Jim Clark

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Jim Clark

Born March 4, 1936

Died April 7, 1968 · aged 32

Jim Clark (March 4, 1936 – April 7, 1968) was a Scottish Formula 1 driver, widely regarded as one of the greatest talents in motorsport history. Born in Kilmany, Scotland, and raised on a farm in the Scottish Borders, Clark began racing in local events and quickly gained attention for his skill and smooth driving style. He joined Formula 1 in 1960 with Team Lotus, forming a legendary partnership w…

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Grand PrixGrand Prix · 1966
Grand Prix
7.31966
MovieDramaAction
The most daring drivers in the world have gathered to compete for the 1966 Formula One championship. After a spectacular wreck in the first of a series of races, American wheelman Pete Aron is dropped by his sponsor. Refusing to quit, he joins a Japanese racing team. While juggling his career with a torrid love affair involving an ex-teammate's wife, Pete must also contend with Jean-Pierre Sarti, a French contestant who has previously won two world titles.
The Young RacersThe Young Racers · 1963
The Young Racers
5.31963
MovieActionDrama
A former race car driver-turned-writer attempts to expose a ruthless, womanizing Grand Prix racer. A film constructed around footage shot of actual Grand Prix races in Europe.
The History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British EraThe History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British Era · 2004
The History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British Era
2004
MovieDocumentary
From the very outset of the decade, the years 1960-69 were to remembered as a time of great significance and excitement in the history of motorsport. Never before, and not since, had Britain been so to the fore in Formula One motor racing. Rapid technical development transformed the performance and agility of the cars whilst charismatic drivers in shorter races on demanding circuits guaranteed the excitement. Now you can enjoy the extraordinary highs and lows of this ‘very British era’ as motoring historian Neville Hay recalls, with superb archive action footage and interviews, the many memorable races and characters of a momentous period in Grand Prix history. Featuring Jack Brabham, Jim Clark, John Surtees, Graham Hill, Jackie Stewart and Denny Hulme and racing machinery from Lotus, BRM and Ferrari.

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The History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British EraThe History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British Era · 2004
The History of Motor Racing 1960s - A Very British Era
2004
MovieDocumentary
From the very outset of the decade, the years 1960-69 were to remembered as a time of great significance and excitement in the history of motorsport. Never before, and not since, had Britain been so to the fore in Formula One motor racing. Rapid technical development transformed the performance and agility of the cars whilst charismatic drivers in shorter races on demanding circuits guaranteed the excitement. Now you can enjoy the extraordinary highs and lows of this ‘very British era’ as motoring historian Neville Hay recalls, with superb archive action footage and interviews, the many memorable races and characters of a momentous period in Grand Prix history. Featuring Jack Brabham, Jim Clark, John Surtees, Graham Hill, Jackie Stewart and Denny Hulme and racing machinery from Lotus, BRM and Ferrari.