Bill Baker (racing driver)

William Edwin Baker (June 19, 1931 – August 12, 1978) was an American NASCAR driver from Pismo Beach, California. He made three Winston Cup starts with a best finish of 16th. Following a practice run for a 100-mile Grand National West Series race at Sears Point Raceway, Baker suffered a fatal heart attack.[1]

Bill Baker
BornWilliam Edwin Baker
(1931-06-19)June 19, 1931
Pismo Beach, California, US
DiedAugust 12, 1978(1978-08-12) (aged 47)
Novato, California, US
Cause of deathHeart attack
NASCAR Cup Series career
3 races run over 2 years
First race1977 Winston Western 500 (Riverside)
Last race1978 NAPA 400 (Riverside)
Wins Top tens Poles
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References

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  1. ^ "Baker dies". The Sun-Telegram. San Bernardino, California. August 13, 1978. Archived from the original on July 31, 2018.
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