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CLASSIC PHOTOS: Grand Junction Colorado Race Cars and Their Proud Owners
Grand Junction, Colorado has been home to outstanding auto racing for some time. No matter which decade, Western Colorado has seen its share of amazing drivers and the cars they love.
Here's a short gallery of Robert Grant photos featuring racers and their machines from the Grand Junction area.
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Awesome Race Cars Out of Grand Junction Colorado
The photographer responsible for these images, Robert Grant, was something of a motorhead himself. While not a master mechanic, he acquired something of a penchant for autos and motorcycles while serving in India and China during World War II.
The images here are from his personal stash, not work done for the Daily Sentinel. I used to go to the races with my grandpa, usually out in the middle of the boonies. He could make something of a nuisance of himself while attempting to talk shop with the racers.
Several Decades of Grand Junction Colorado History Represented
These images came out of a box labeled "People Unidentified." It is one of many boxes in my storage room containing Robert Grant's photos. Sorry, but once again, I have no information to go with these photos. No dates, names, or locations. Fortunately for all of us, one of Bob Grant's trademarks was to include some kind of landmark into each photo. You'll notice you can spot the Grand Mesa, or in some cases the Bookcliffs, in most photos.
You're a Part of This, Too
Like always with these Bob Grant photo galleries, keep your eyes open for someone you recognize. This is part of the fun. Every time I publish one of these someone ends up recognizing someone.
There's a story as to how I found these photos. A few months ago I published a post showcasing Grand Junction residents. One was a photo of a gentleman standing next to an amazing hot rod. A woman contacted me stating she knew the identity of the person in the photo. She also asked for a copy of the print (which is always okay). While searching for that original print, I found the photos you see in this gallery.
Searching out, digitizing, and cataloging Bob Grant's personal photo library is going to take the rest of my life. It's a slow process, but it's also a ton of fun.
For your viewing pleasure, and hopefully, a chance for you to spot someone you recognize, here are a handful of Robert Grant photos of Grand Junction racers and their machines.
Classic Grand Junction Racers and Their Drivers
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