Search results
Russell James Liberman (September 12, 1945 – September 9, 1977) was an American funny car drag racer, nicknamed "Jungle Jim." In 2001, he was named #17 on the list of the Top 50 NHRA drivers of all time. Liberman was known for driving backwards at 100 miles per hour (160 km/h) after doing his burnout.
Feb 8, 2023 · Russell James Liberman is better known as “Jungle Jim” was a star on the funny car racing circuit. He started drag racing after dropping out of high school, already being the hometown hero in the drag racing world. One person said quote: “Jim was the king, a hard-ass racer and a great showman!”.
- Jane Kenney
May 22, 2009 · Years before John Force arrived on the scene, drag racing's original flamboyant showman was "Jungle Jim" Liberman; a larger-than-life individual whose flaming burnouts, glib personality, and...
- 5 min
- 1M
- John Camfferman
Aug 4, 2001 · Years before John Force arrived on the scene, drag racing's original flamboyant showman was "Jungle Jim" Liberman; a larger-than-life individual whose flaming burnouts, glib personality, and...
Russell James Liberman was an American funny car drag racer, nicknamed "Jungle Jim." In 2001, he was named #17 on the list of the Top 50 NHRA drivers of all time. Liberman was known for driving backwards at 100 miles per hour (160 km/h) after doing his burnout.
Oct 29, 2008 · Learn about Jungle Jim Liberman, the self-made star of drag racing who drove a Camaro Funny Car with his trademark burnouts and never-lift style. Read stories of his on-track and off-track exploits, his only national event victory, and his tragic death in 1977.
People also ask
What happened to jungle Pam and Jungle Jim?
Who is 'Jungle Jim'?
Did Jungle Jim show up at a match race in 1972?
Who won 'Jungle Jim'?
May 8, 2016 · Learn how Jungle Jim Liberman became a popular and influential drag racer in the sixties and seventies, with his showmanship, funny cars, and catchy slogan. Discover his legacy, his tragic death, and his impact on the muscle car culture.
