About Bill Baker
Lived 1931 – 1978 (aged 47). Bill Baker was an American engineer.
William Edwin Baker (June 19, 1931 – August 12, 1978) was an American NASCAR driver from Pismo Beach, California. He made three NASCAR Winston Cup Series starts with a best finish of 16th. Following a practice run for a 100-mile NASCAR Winston West Series race at Sears Point Raceway, Baker suffered a fatal heart attack.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bill Baker?
racecar driver
When was Bill Baker born?
Bill Baker was born on 19 June 1931 in California.
When did Bill Baker die?
Bill Baker died on 12 August 1978 in Novato.
What was Bill Baker's occupation?
Bill Baker was an engineer.
What nationality was Bill Baker?
Bill Baker was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bill Baker (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bill Baker. https://biography.guide/bill-baker-engineer/
MLA: "Bill Baker." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bill-baker-engineer/.
Chicago: "Bill Baker." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bill-baker-engineer/.
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