Van Van Wey (July 9, 1924 – July 14, 1991) was a

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driver from West Terre Haute,

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, U.S.A.

Career

He occasionally drove in the 1954 and 1955 seasons predominantly in his #10

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vehicle that was owned by Ray Fletcher. Van Van's driving experience consisted of 876 laps of racing – the equivalent of of racing action. Starting an average of 40th place and finishing an average of 26th place, Wey earned exactly $555 in career winnings ($ when adjusted for inflation). One of his notable appearance was at the

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, one of the most prestigious NASCAR races done prior to the

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running of the Daytona 500. During his career, Van Wey qualified for all of his races.

References

1924 births 1991 deaths NASCAR drivers People from Vigo County, Indiana Racing drivers from Indiana {{NASCAR-stub