1964 Daytona 500
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The 1964 Daytona 500 was a NASCAR
race held at Daytona International Speedway
in 1964. It was won by Richard Petty
driving a 1964 Plymouth
. Petty drove his number 43 to victory in three hours and 14 minutes. There were 2 caution flags which slowed the race for 10 laps.
NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing is a family-owned and -operated business venture that sanctions and governs multiple auto racing sports events. It was founded by Bill France Sr. in 1947–48. As of 2009, the CEO for the company is Brian France, grandson of the late Bill France Sr...
race held at Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is a race track in Daytona Beach, Florida, United States. Since opening in 1959, it has been the home of the Daytona 500, one of the most prestigious races in NASCAR. In addition to NASCAR, the track also hosts races of ARCA, AMA Superbike, Grand-Am and Motocross...
in 1964. It was won by Richard Petty
Richard Petty
Richard Lee Petty is a former NASCAR driver who raced in the Strictly Stock/Grand National Era and the NASCAR Winston Cup Series...
driving a 1964 Plymouth
Plymouth (automobile)
Plymouth was a marque of automobile based in the United States, produced by the Chrysler Corporation and its successor DaimlerChrysler.-Origins:...
. Petty drove his number 43 to victory in three hours and 14 minutes. There were 2 caution flags which slowed the race for 10 laps.