Neil Bonnett 1946 - 1994

After suffering a near fatal accident in 1990 and being forced to the sidelines by his injuries, Neil Bonnett became one of the best TV racing analysts in the business. Driven by his compassion to race again, Neil Bonnett was killed in an accident while practicing for the 1994 Daytona 500.

Winston Cup Starts: 362
Wins: 18
Top 5: 83
Top 10: 151
Poles: 20

1st Winston Cup race: 1974
1st Winston Cup Win: 1977

Hometown: Bessemer, Alabama
Birthdate and location: 7/30/46 in Hueytown, Alabama
Family: Susan (Wife), David, Kristen
Height: 5' 8"
Weight: 165
Hobbies: Hunting and Fishing

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