Media Summary: A major milestone was reached when the total purse topped $1 million for the first time, the actual amount being $1000002. United States Auto Club Champ Car Series 54th All cars in this year's race were turbocharged, only13 of the 33 starters finished as multiple single-car wrecks thinned the field.
Indianapolis 500 The 1970s - Detailed Analysis & Overview
A major milestone was reached when the total purse topped $1 million for the first time, the actual amount being $1000002. United States Auto Club Champ Car Series 54th All cars in this year's race were turbocharged, only13 of the 33 starters finished as multiple single-car wrecks thinned the field. ... we're back at indianapolis al unser is leading the 1971
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