About Don Parker
Lived 1908 – 1997 (aged 88). Don Parker was a British racing driver and engineer.
Don Parker (11 November 1908 – 20 May 1997) and did not see a motor race until he was 40 years of age. He took three other podium finishes that year and set fastest time in his class at the Brighton Speed Trials. and the factory lost its impetus thereafter.
Don Parker died on 20 May 1997, aged 88, from prostate cancer.
† Events with 2 races staged for the different classes.
Car over 1000cc - Not eligible for points.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Don Parker?
British racing driver (1908-1997)
When was Don Parker born?
Don Parker was born on 11 November 1908 in Ramsgate.
When did Don Parker die?
Don Parker died on 20 May 1997 in Portsmouth.
What was Don Parker's occupation?
Don Parker was a racing driver and engineer.
What nationality was Don Parker?
Don Parker was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Don Parker (racing driver)
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