And thats without Paul Newman racing - He loved motor sports.
Theres an urban legend about an old VW Beetle he had (rear mounted engine) that he did up and 'borrowed' an engine from a Porsche (again rear mounted!). He was at a set of lights when a jumped up upstart pulled up next to him, revving his engine, spoiling for a race. The lights turned green, and Newman smoked him of the line!!! No idea if its true, but would like to think so.
Apparently kept himself to himself, unlike some hollywood types. As you say - a true great - sadly missed.
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