About Bob Scott
Lived 1928 – 1954 (aged 25). Bob Scott was an American formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.
Robert Franklin Scott (October 4, 1928 in Watsonville, California – July 5, 1954 in Darlington, South Carolina) was an American racecar driver. Scott died in a crash during a Champ Car race at Darlington Raceway.
Indy 500 results YearCarStartQualRankFinishLapsLedRetired195293 25 133.953 31 29 49 0 Drive shaft195329 11 137.431 7 31 14 0 Oil Leak195427* - - - 18 ? ? Running74** - - - 25 ? ? SuspensionTotals 63 0 shared drive with Ed Elisian
World Championship career summary The Indianapolis 500 was part of the FIA World Championship from 1950 through 1960. Drivers competing at Indy during those years were credited with World Championship points and participation. Scott participated in three World Championship races but scored no World Championship points.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bob Scott?
racecar driver (1928-1954)
When was Bob Scott born?
Bob Scott was born on 4 October 1928 in Watsonville.
When did Bob Scott die?
Bob Scott died on 5 July 1954 in Darlington.
What was Bob Scott's occupation?
Bob Scott was a formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.
What nationality was Bob Scott?
Bob Scott was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Bob Scott (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bob Scott. https://biography.guide/bob-scott-formula-one-driver/
MLA: "Bob Scott." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/bob-scott-formula-one-driver/.
Chicago: "Bob Scott." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/bob-scott-formula-one-driver/.
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