About Tommy Coates
Lived 1909 – 1980 (aged 71). Tommy Coates was an American engineer.
Tommy Coates (May 28, 1909 - November 1, 1980) was an American stock car racer.
Born in San Antonio Texas, Coates was the 1951 Langhorne NASCAR sportsman champion on the 1/4 mile Yellow Jacket Circuit. He competed in stock car races in 1940 and 1941. Coates joined the American Stock Car Racing Association (ASCRA) in 1947, becoming secretary of the organization in 1950.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tommy Coates?
American racing driver (1909-1980)
When was Tommy Coates born?
Tommy Coates was born on 28 May 1909.
When did Tommy Coates die?
Tommy Coates died on 1 November 1980.
What was Tommy Coates's occupation?
Tommy Coates was an engineer.
What nationality was Tommy Coates?
Tommy Coates was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tommy Coates. https://biography.guide/tommy-coates/
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