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  1. Paul Richard "Richie" Ginther (Hollywood, California, August 5, 1930 – September 20, 1989 in France) was a racecar driver from the United States. During a varied career, the 1965 Mexican Grand Prix saw Ginther take Honda's first Grand Prix victory, a victory which would also prove to be Ginther's only win in Formula One. Ginther competed in ...

  2. Sep 22, 1989 · Sept. 22, 1989 12 AM PT. Times Staff Writer. Richie Ginther, a retired race car driver, died Wednesday in France, apparently of a heart attack. He was 59. Ginther was stricken while on...

  3. Richie Ginther, America’s F1 driver in the 60s, left behind a lasting legacy in the world of motorsports. His impact on American racing, influence on future generations, and numerous recognitions and honors solidify his place in history.

  4. Jul 7, 2014 · Over the following four seasons Ginther continued to race the German cars, interspersed with outings in Joe Lubin’s 3-litre Aston Martin and John Edgar’s Ferrari Testa Rossa. A first drive at Le Mans in ’57 ended in retirement, but his talent hadn’t gone unnoticed.

  5. Record updated 12-Apr-23. Richie Ginther was 5 foot 6 inches tall and weighed 130 pounds not what you would call a typical Formula One driver, especially in the 1960s, yet he was not only a quick driver but an extremely fine test driver, technically adept as well, with a rare mechanical sympathy.

  6. Apr 1, 2024 · Explore the early life and career of Richie Ginther, a trailblazing figure in the world of Formula 1 racing. Learn about his journey from a mechanic to a skilled driver and Formula 1

  7. Jun 29, 2023 · By Jonny Noble. Jun 29, 2023. Richie Ginther was a consistent and reliable driver who competed in F1 between 1960 and 1967, scoring one win and 14 podiums. He drove for Ferrari, Scarab, BRM, Honda, Cooper, and Eagle, and was also a test driver for Ferrari and Honda, helping them develop their cars.

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