Hurley Haywood

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Hurley Haywood (born May 4, 1948 in Chicago) is an American who won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1977 (Porsche 936), 1983 (Porsche 956)and 1994 (Dauer-Porsche 962) and is most winningest driver at the 24 Hours of Daytona with 5 (1973, 1975, 1977, 1979, and 1991). He also drove in the 1980 Indianapolis 500 finishing 18th. He also represented IMSA four times in the International Race of Champions (1986, 1989, 1992, 1995). During his earlier years, he served in the Vietnam War.

After Peter H. Gregg's death, he has been the main leader behind Brumos Automotive dealerships, which he is at today.

He is quoted to have said, "If you have one ounce of energy left, then you haven't done your job properly".

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