Cunningham Race History

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This compilation of the Cunningham team racing record represents the culmination of approximately ten (10) years as of 2015 of hobby effort by motorsport historian Larry Berman. It is the most complete record constructed to date and documents over 800 individual races in which Briggs Cunningham-sponsored cars were entered.
To use the history, either click on the YEAR in the menu above or type in a term to search. Unless otherwise noted, all entries were under the aegis of Briggs Cunningham.

To view a complete history of all racing events, click here.

Some Notes from Motorsport Historian Larry Berman

In compiling this record I would like to thank all of the people who contributed so much information and time. A very special thanks to Carl Goodwin, author of articles on Briggs S. Cunningham and many other race drivers and auto racing events for many years. Much gratitude and thanks to John Fitch, who is a consummate gentleman, accomplished race driver, WW-II fighter pilot, sailor, mentor and friend. To Jim Sitz, David Woodhouse, Bill Green, Joseph Leikham (research volunteer at Collier Museum), Paul Kierstein (Photo Library – Revs Institute / Collier), Dan Gurney, Denise McCluggage, Frank Bott, Lake Underwood, Paul Richards, Mrs. Phil (Sheila) Walters, Jim Duffield, Dick Thompson, Michael T. Lynch, Jim Hayes, Rusty Hansgen (Walter Hansgen’s son) Willem Oosthoek, Barbara Weaver (George’s wife).

A huge debt of gratitude is owed to Bill Green, Motorsport Historian, International Motor Racing Research Center, Watkins Glen, NY for his time consuming extensive review & corrections to my compilation in June, 2004.

Where possible, I have included the car entrant or owner if it was not Mr. Cunningham, however from this point in time, complete information is not always available. All errors or omissions are mine. Apologies are made for any errors. Please contact us with any additions or corrections.

Entry Date Event/Location Trophy/Duration Car/Chassis No. Driver/Co-Driver Car# Results Notes
810 06-16-63 LeMans 24 Hours
LeMans, France

Jaguar E-Type Lightweight
S850664
Walter Hansgen
Augie Pabst
14 DNF
8 laps
gearbox
809 06-16-63 LeMans 24 Hours
LeMans, France

Jaguar E-Type Lightweight
S850659
Bob Grossman
B.S. Cunningham
15 9th O.A.
2nd Class GT+3

808 06-02-63 Bridgehampton Racetrack
Bridgehampton, NY

Race 6
Cooper-Monaco-Buick T57
CM 3/61
Walter Hansgen
60 1st O.A.
1st Class C-Modified
Fastest lap = 1:49.3
807 06-02-63 Bridgehampton Racetrack
Bridgehampton, NY
Bridgehampton National Races
Race 3
Cooper - Fiat T-59 F-Jr.
Walter Hansgen
60 1st O.A.
1st Class F-Jr.
Fastest lap = 1:56.8
806 05-12-63 Cumberland Race Track
Cumberland, MD

Race 9
Cooper-Monaco-Maserati T57
CM 1/62
Augie Pabst
58 4th O.A.
2nd Class C-Modified

805 05-12-63 Cumberland Race Track
Cumberland, MD

Race 9
Cooper-Monaco-Buick T57
CM 3/61
Walter Hansgen
60 2nd O.A.
1st Class C-Modified

804 03-23-63 Sebring Airport Racetrack
Sebring, FL

F-Jr. Race
Cooper - Fiat T-59 F-Jr.
B.S. Cunningham
2 4th O.A.

803 03-23-63 Sebring Airport Racetrack
Sebring, FL

F-Jr. Race
Brabham BT6 / Ford
BT6 FJ-1-63
Walter Hansgen
8 DNF
fell out while leading
802 03-23-63 Sebring Airport Racetrack
Sebring, FL

Jaguar E-Type Lightweight
S875027
John Fitch
B.S. Cunningham
22 DNF
44th O.A.
clutch
801 03-23-63 Sebring Airport Racetrack
Sebring, FL

Jaguar E-Type Lightweight
S850665
Bill Kimberly
Paul Richards
21 19th O.A.
3rd Class 13

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