AK350Z Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 In case you missed it, a sobering look at the bad old days of the top flight in the 50's, 60's and 70's. Compelling viewing, if a bit grim in places. http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00z8v18/Grand_Prix_The_Killer_Years/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beavis Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Yes watched that on Sunday night. Very grim in parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarmac@TarmacSportz Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I watched it Sunday night I thought it was an amazing insight into the 60's and 70's.... Those guys were gladiators, 1 in 3 chance of death The poor fella burning to death upside down in his car was heart wrenching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK350Z Posted August 24, 2011 Author Share Posted August 24, 2011 I watched it Sunday night I thought it was an amazing insight into the 60's and 70's.... Those guys were gladiators, 1 in 3 chance of death The poor fella burning to death upside down in his car was heart wrenching Wasn't it 1 in 3 chance of survival? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 Diehard those old boys were Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff-r Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I watched it Sunday night I thought it was an amazing insight into the 60's and 70's.... Those guys were gladiators, 1 in 3 chance of death The poor fella burning to death upside down in his car was heart wrenching That was quite a savage moment. It's amazing the advances in safety over the years. Brilliant program! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Mcgoo Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I missed that but will definitely have a watch, looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain Posted August 24, 2011 Share Posted August 24, 2011 I watched it Sunday night I thought it was an amazing insight into the 60's and 70's.... Those guys were gladiators, 1 in 3 chance of death The poor fella burning to death upside down in his car was heart wrenching Wasn't it 1 in 3 chance of survival? Yes. 66% chance of dying if you competed for the 6 years between '68 and '73.................. Anybody who idolises a Formula 1 driver since the death of Senna should watch this and find a new hero. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 Watched this last night on iPlayer - I knew it was bad back then but this really opens your eyes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R35LEE Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 Safety cells on new race cars make racing so much safer. Historic racing is still big business because of the speed and dangers involved. Goodwood revival always sees a large amount of crashes each year http://www.pistonheads.com/features/gfos2000.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maccaman Posted August 25, 2011 Share Posted August 25, 2011 I'm another that missed it on Sunday. Watched last night and it really brought home the dangers that they faced each time they raced. Must have had balls as big as elephants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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