Edward James Hugus (30 June 1923 – 29 June 2006) was an American racing driver.

Cobra dealer

Hugus was the first

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dealer.

Racing career

1957 Venezuelan Grand Prix

Hugus won his class at the

1957 Venezuelan Grand Prix The 1957 Gran Premio de Venezuela took place on 3 November, through a park and along the autostrada leading to Caracas. Although this was the fourth running of the race, it was the first time as a round of the F.I.A. World Sports Car Championship. ...

24 Hours of Le Mans

Hugus won his class at the 1957 24 Hours of Le Mans. In the

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, Hugus is not officially credited as a winner, but legend continues that was a co-driver of the winning car. Overall, he raced at Le Mans for 10 consecutive years.

Personal life

Hugus was a veteran of

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Cobra dealer

Racing career

1957 Venezuelan Grand Prix

24 Hours of Le Mans

Personal life

Racing record

Complete 24 Hours of Le Mans results

Complete 12 Hours of Sebring results

References

External links

Further reading