Historical Aussie Drag Racing pics.

[customFC]

Just been checking out a site that contains pics by Jeff Hislop, featuring many colour pics of the early days of Australian Drag Racing, esp Castlereagh. Over 300 pics, and each of them worth checking out. Here is a snap shot, including the 3 FE FC pics amongst the collection.



I have a huge like for early Gasser style cars, and there are heaps of these amongst the pics. Here is a bunch more.









Here is the link to the site. Go to Gallery and follow the links under Drag Racing....lots more awesome pics there.
There is a copyright on the images, so contact the folks at the site if you want to use any pics.

http://www.stillshots.com.au/

Regards
Alex

[craiga]

Great find Alex, post of the year!!!

Here is one of my personal favourites from the days at Castleragh - the Mustard coloured 'DUEL' Torana. A screaming red motor that lifted the wheels in 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. I loved this car, and ended up buying one the same colour.

[customFC]

Hey Craig.
I remember that car well.
Those launches were legendary
Regards
Alex

[craiga]

now that's a launch!!! Naturally aspirated red motor - I wish I could hear the noise it made again, it was just amazing.

[customFC]

Hey Craig
That second pic is how I remember it.
Here is another pic that shows 2 FE's including the Spray Chief car. The name of that Anglia is a lil non-PC these days, but the orange windows will always be cool.



Regards
Alex

[Hewart]

Great pics Alex...!! Always love the old colour shots!! Lot of history there.

Opens up a whole new search for excellent pics...!

Found this pic on the Canberra drag site... This'll test your loyalties Craig...! Which one would you be cheering for the loudest...?  



Cheers
Les....

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Some awsome pics Alex, great find and great website...love the colour photos...
And your's also Les...
keep them coming

Nick

[GMH-O57(FLASH BACK 57)]