1983 NASCAR Winston Cup Series

The 1983 NASCAR Winston Cup Series was the 35th season of professional stock car racing in the United States and the 12th modern-era Cup series season.

Bobby Allison was crowned Winston Cup champion at the end of the season finishing 47 points ahead of Darrell Waltrip.

Italics – Pole position set by final practice results or 1982 Owner's points.

Sterling Marlin was named NASCAR Rookie of the Year.

He beat Trevor Boys, Bobby Hillin Jr., Ronnie Hopkins, and Ken Ragan for the award.

Darrell Waltrip , finished second in points.
Bill Elliott , future champion, finished third in the standings.
Richard Petty , the seven time champion finished fourth in the standings.
Sterling Marlin , the 1983 NASCAR Winston Cup Rookie of the Year.