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12 Apr 2019, 10:34 (Ref:3896981)
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Jim Russell 1920-2019
A link here to one orbituary. Being a Snetterton ‘local’ the name Jim Russell has been one I grew up hearing often. His Racing Driver’s Schools are still well known today, and have been responsible for nurturing a lot of talent.
RIP Jim. https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/n...sell-1920-2019 |
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12 Apr 2019, 13:44 (Ref:3897006)
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What an age to go out at, 98. We have a lot to thank for him developing his racing school. May he RIP
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Only just found this out. My Dad knew him years ago as he came from Downham Market. When I was young Dad would often stop off at Jim's Garage on the way to see my Aunt. I remember once we went over and in Jim's showroom was a what I can only call a racing simulator. It consisted of a red 500cc race car somehow connected to a rudimentary animated screen a race track. Dad had a go and I would have loved to as well but as Jim said "You a little too young son, your feet won't reach the pedals". I don't think he wanted a six year old messing about with his expensive toy.
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