Many were the similarities shared by young American racer Bobby Marshman and the Scottish Legend Colin Chapman called Bobby Marshman the American Jim Clark, and it is difficult to imagine a higher compliment. The two men shared many common characteristics as both were relatively slight of build and mild of manner, both were articulate and analytical, both harbored a touch of mystery behind their bright smiles and mischievous eyes, and both were undeniably quick in a racing car. They competed…

Marshman handily led the 1964 Indianapolis 500 with Lindsey Hopkins’ Pure Firebird Lotus 29-Ford until disaster struck.
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