Thank you so much for your Hoffman Auto Racing series. I grew up right across the street from them. My father bought his first home from "The Old Timer" Hoffman way back around 1955. The Old Timer even helped with my father on the price as my Dad did all the finish work inside the house. I was always to shy to hang out at the race shop. Looking back, maybe my biggest regret in life. As I am such a gear head. I wanted to be a part of it but couldn't get past my fear. Thankfully, I outgrew my shyness as an adult. I could hear the engines rev as I lay in bed at night as they were doing last-minute tuning before leaving for a race. I even saw a few "road test" as a car would scream past my house being followed by their pick-up truck. Even though I lived so close, I learned more about the Hoffmans from your videos than being their neighbor. lol. Thankfully, I outgrew my shyness as an adult, but too late now. Again, Thank you for the video and story.
I completely empathize with you Scott. My father helped out with Jack Steck's Sprint Car operation in North Dayton. Sheldon Kinser was their driver back then and I was complete awe of the guy. Deep down, I always wanted to race Sprint Cars and compete in the Indy 500. I ended becoming a Combat Pilot in the Air Force but to this day, I regret not hanging with dad more at the shop. I regret not learning the technical side and then working my way into a driver's seat. There's just something about us Germans, that's lures us to automotive machinery and precision. Though I teach Pilots to fly the 737 Max for American Airlines, nothing gets the hair on the back of my neck tingling like the sight and sounds of Sprint Cars.
This was AWESOME! Thank you so much. What a super talented family! Every open wheeler knows about the Hoffman's. So proud of my SW Ohio German Heritage
What a parallel; work for a bank and just bought my first Sprint Car ... first time in the seat was lap 1 heat 4, 3 heats later we're in the main feature
Fascinating story 👍 I was just spinning through RUclips and slammed on the brakes when I saw Hoffman Racing ! Great job, looking forward to seeing more.
My word that might be your best interview yet. I was always a big Hoffman fan from Robbie Stanley to Rich Vogler and everyone that has ever sat in the 69 car. Rob is such a great speaking person I still go back and watch the Hidden Hero’s episode of the family. Wow how exciting!
One of your best. Not far from me here in Cincinnati. I know a number of folks who have been over there for open houses and tours. Great racing family. Thanks for the tour.
Thomas Black bought a 360 Robbie Stanley car in, I believe 95, could have been 94 but I'm thinking 95. He rented paragon speedway that year and I'm honored to say I got to drive one of Hoffman's cars. I don't know where that car ever ended up.
VERY COOL STORY,NICE MAN, SAW SAMMY SESSIONS NAME ON THE WALL,WHEN I WAS A KID IN THE 60'S ,SAMMY SESSIONS WOULD COME TO THE OSWEGO SPEEDWAY AND RUN THE SUPERMODIFIEDS,WITH NOLAN AND GORDY JOHNCOCK,8 BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE.
What an awesome memory! Sammy Sessions running with the Johncocks at Oswego. Wow...doesn't get any cooler. Thanks for sharing your stories here, Mark! HMM
I was at the big "e" just after vogler's wreck and they took the #1 off the car and put the 69 back on it. They had a little #1 with the word rich on it.
I was just wondering...Did Jerry Coons Jr. drive for the Hoffman's at one point? I was friends with his dad Jerry Sr. and knew Jerry Jr. as far back as his dirt track Go Kart days when his was little. They're a great family, 3 generations of racing family and Jerry Jr. has been a regular in the USAC Sprint and Silver Crown Series for many years.
Thank you so much for your Hoffman Auto Racing series. I grew up right across the street from them. My father bought his first home from "The Old Timer" Hoffman way back around 1955. The Old Timer even helped with my father on the price as my Dad did all the finish work inside the house. I was always to shy to hang out at the race shop. Looking back, maybe my biggest regret in life. As I am such a gear head. I wanted to be a part of it but couldn't get past my fear. Thankfully, I outgrew my shyness as an adult. I could hear the engines rev as I lay in bed at night as they were doing last-minute tuning before leaving for a race. I even saw a few "road test" as a car would scream past my house being followed by their pick-up truck. Even though I lived so close, I learned more about the Hoffmans from your videos than being their neighbor. lol. Thankfully, I outgrew my shyness as an adult, but too late now. Again, Thank you for the video and story.
I completely empathize with you Scott. My father helped out with Jack Steck's Sprint Car operation in North Dayton. Sheldon Kinser was their driver back then and I was complete awe of the guy. Deep down, I always wanted to race Sprint Cars and compete in the Indy 500. I ended becoming a Combat Pilot in the Air Force but to this day, I regret not hanging with dad more at the shop. I regret not learning the technical side and then working my way into a driver's seat. There's just something about us Germans, that's lures us to automotive machinery and precision. Though I teach Pilots to fly the 737 Max for American Airlines, nothing gets the hair on the back of my neck tingling like the sight and sounds of Sprint Cars.
This was AWESOME! Thank you so much. What a super talented family! Every open wheeler knows about the Hoffman's. So proud of my SW Ohio German Heritage
SW Ohio...what a great part of the world! HMM
What a parallel; work for a bank and just bought my first Sprint Car ... first time in the seat was lap 1 heat 4, 3 heats later we're in the main feature
Fabulous story of the true American dream thru hard work & genuine grit,,thanks HMM!
You're always welcome Ave...Merry Christmas! HMM
@@HistoryMysteryMan Merry Christmas to you too !
Very good start to another fantastic story!!!
Thanks Richard! HMM
True Americana race shop great vid once again
Thanks Shawn...so appreciated. HMM
Fascinating story 👍 I was just spinning through RUclips and slammed on the brakes when I saw Hoffman Racing !
Great job, looking forward to seeing more.
Thanks for slamming on the brakes, Kurt...so appreciated! HMM
I have seen that team race many many times at Anderson Speedway..Winchester Speedway..they always have a dam good cars
That was an awesome story can't wait for part 2. Couldn't imagine what it would of been like to grow up there.
I can't think of a more magical place to grow up! Thanks again, Bill...HMM
Great video Don can't wait for the next!
Thanks again, Alan; it's on the way...HMM
This is cool! Thanks
You're welcome; thanks for watching...HMM
Another great vid.
You've got a real talent for these interviews.
Thanks Ron...so appreciated. HMM
Great story Don, these guys are legends.
They truly are; thanks again Greg...Merry Christmas! HMM
Your gonna have to hurry up with part 2, 3, 4, and maybe even 5.
Great interview and insight into the greatness that is Hoffman racing.
Thanks Jason; I appreciate your support! HMM
My word that might be your best interview yet. I was always a big Hoffman fan from Robbie Stanley to Rich Vogler and everyone that has ever sat in the 69 car. Rob is such a great speaking person I still go back and watch the Hidden Hero’s episode of the family. Wow how exciting!
Thanks Dave. I didn't know there was a Hidden Heroes episode of Hoffman Auto Racing; I'll have to check that out. HMM
I can’t wait to watch this!!!!
Thanks again Darin...HMM
This is awesome living on the east side of Cincinnati , So much history with that team !
Hoffman Auto Racing is a great story, for sure...thanks! #GoBearcats ... HMM
One of your best. Not far from me here in Cincinnati. I know a number of folks who have been over there for open houses and tours. Great racing family. Thanks for the tour.
I wanna go back for the Fish Fry! Thanks Steve...HMM
Fantastic as always! Keep ‘em coming History Mystery Man!
Thanks Janene; I appreciate you!
The Cody Swanson bit is simply super cool. I can't wait for part 3. You do some absolutely amazing interviews.
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Thanks Vaughan...so appreciated. HMM
I found you! Yet again another great story! Can't wait for part two!
Thanks for finding me Jim! I appreciate your support...HMM
This may be the Greatest story in ALL of motorsports....period !!!
Thanks for your interest, David...appreciate it. HMM
Thomas Black bought a 360 Robbie Stanley car in, I believe 95, could have been 94 but I'm thinking 95. He rented paragon speedway that year and I'm honored to say I got to drive one of Hoffman's cars. I don't know where that car ever ended up.
Well that's an interesting side story; thanks for sharing it here! HMM
VERY COOL STORY,NICE MAN, SAW SAMMY SESSIONS NAME ON THE WALL,WHEN I WAS A KID IN THE 60'S ,SAMMY SESSIONS WOULD COME TO THE OSWEGO SPEEDWAY AND RUN THE SUPERMODIFIEDS,WITH NOLAN AND GORDY JOHNCOCK,8 BLOCKS FROM MY HOUSE.
What an awesome memory! Sammy Sessions running with the Johncocks at Oswego. Wow...doesn't get any cooler. Thanks for sharing your stories here, Mark! HMM
Nothing wrong here, good old bread & butter, meat & potatoes ! Should make a movie ! Gotta love old school, it works ! ! !
Thanks John; I appreciate your support. HMM
I was at the big "e" just after vogler's wreck and they took the #1 off the car and put the 69 back on it. They had a little #1 with the word rich on it.
Cool side story; thanks for sharing it here...HMM
Good stuff HMM
Thanks again! HMM
A lot of triumph and sadly tragedy in the 69 sprint car
Seen them many times at Anderson Speedway
🚖 " Steadfast " 🏁
I was just wondering...Did Jerry Coons Jr. drive for the Hoffman's at one point? I was friends with his dad Jerry Sr. and knew Jerry Jr. as far back as his dirt track Go Kart days when his was little. They're a great family, 3 generations of racing family and Jerry Jr. has been a regular in the USAC Sprint and Silver Crown Series for many years.
Yes sir...Jerry Coons, Jr. did drive for Hoffman Auto Racing; there's a little piece on Jerry inside the second video. Thanks again, Tim. HMM
HMM just hit a GRAND SLAM !
Thanks Steven...so appreciated. HMM
I'm thinking Rob should revive that Buick V6 for the Little 500.
Not a bad idea! Thanks Joe...HMM
A nice way of saying "nepotism."
Yes i believe this might be one of your best interviews maybe between jack hewitt and carl kinser! Naaa! There all great!
Thanks Joe; I appreciate you...HMM
Happy sprint car day is 4/10.
Bring it! HMM