Jeff Allam

Race car driver, British Touring Cars

Jeff Allam - Race car driver, British Touring Cars
Born

December 19th, 1954
70 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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A race car driver participated in various motorsport events during the 1980s and 1990s. Primarily associated with British Touring Car Championship, significant contributions included driving for major teams such as Ford and Vauxhall. Achieved notable success in the British Saloon Car Championship, highlighting a competitive career in touring car racing.

Competed in British Touring Car Championship

Won races in British Saloon Car Championship

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