The transition to purpose-built racecars began in the early 1960s and occurred gradually over that decade.
Six thousand excited NASCAR fans were eager to see Richard Petty defeat David Pearson by a margin of five seconds.
[2] Bobby Allison's vehicle no longer had a rear end on lap 252; forcing his exit from the race.
Friday Hassler's engine problems were unfortunate enough to kick him out of the race on lap 476 with a "fortunate" sixth-place finish.
[2] From the halfway point (lap 251) to the end of the event, Petty and Pearson didn't allow the lead to escape their collective grasps.
[2] Notable crew chiefs for the race were Harry Hyde, Dale Inman, Mario Rossi, Dick Hutcherson, and John Hill.