About Frank Dochnal
Lived 1920 – 2010 (aged 89). Frank Dochnal was an American formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.
Frank Jack Dochnal (October 8, 1920 – July 7, 2010) was a race car driver from St. Louis, Missouri, United States. He had some success in local racing in Missouri before making a single attempt to qualify for a Formula One Grand Prix at the age of 43, with a Cooper T51 in the 1963 Mexican Grand Prix. Unfortunately, this bid failed after he crashed during unofficial practice. At this point, he retired from race driving and continued to work as a race mechanic. He later worked for Howard Hughes and as a technical official for USAC.
Complete Formula One results (key) Year Entrant Chassis Engine 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 WDC Points 1963 Frank Dochnal Cooper T51 Climax Straight-4 MON BEL NED FRA GBR GER ITA USA MEX RSA NC 0
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Who was Frank Dochnal?
racecar driver (1920-2010)
When was Frank Dochnal born?
Frank Dochnal was born on 8 October 1920 in St. Louis.
When did Frank Dochnal die?
Frank Dochnal died on 7 July 2010 in St. Louis.
What was Frank Dochnal's occupation?
Frank Dochnal was a formula One driver, engineer and racing driver.
What nationality was Frank Dochnal?
Frank Dochnal was American.
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