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Randy Lewis

b. 1945

American racing driver

Engineer
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About Randy Lewis

Born 1945. Randy Lewis is an American engineer.

John Ranson Lewis III (born July 18, 1945 in Charlotte, North Carolina), better known as Randy Lewis is an American racing driver who competed in the Indianapolis 500 five times. His best starting position was 11th in 1988 and 1989. His best finish was 14th in 1990 and 1991. His last race at Indy was in 1991. In his 81 CART starts, his best finish was an eighth in 1987.

Lewis started his career in Formula Three in Europe and gradually moved up to Formula 5000, then the Can-Am series.

Motorsports career results

American open–wheel results (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position)

CART/Indy Car

Series Summary

Years Teams Starts Points Poles Wins Podiums(Non-win) Top 10s(Non-podium) Championships88813300070

Indianapolis 500 results Year Chassis Engine Start Finish 1987 March 87C Cosworth 23rd 32nd 1988 Lola T8800 Cosworth 11th 15th 1989 Lola T8900 Cosworth 11th 29th 1990 Penske PC-17 Buick 12th 14th 1991 Lola T9000 Cosworth DFS 31st 14th

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Important facts

Born
18 July 1945, Hillsborough
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Engineer
Nationality
United States

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Randy Lewis?

American racing driver

When was Randy Lewis born?

Randy Lewis was born on 18 July 1945 in Hillsborough.

What is Randy Lewis's occupation?

Randy Lewis is an engineer.

What nationality is Randy Lewis?

Randy Lewis is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Randy Lewis

· Wikidata: Q7292298

· DBpedia: Randy Lewis (racing driver)

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