Brian Raubenheimer (19 July 1940 – 21 June 2021) was a South African racing driver from

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. He attempted to make his

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debut in

1965 South African Grand Prix The 1965 South African Grand Prix was a Formula One motor race held at Prince George Circuit, East London on 1 January 1965. It was race 1 of 10 in both the 1965 World Championship of Drivers and the 1965 International Cup for Formula One Manufac ...

but withdrew due to car not ready (engine not available). Raubenheimer remained a car enthusiast and is considered the "father" of the

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in South Africa. Raubenheimer died on 21 June 2021, aged 80.

Complete Formula One World Championship results

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Complete Formula One Non-Championship results

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