Bob Burnett

#A356

Bob Burnett drives the #A356 Street Class car.  He lives in Champaign, IL.  His home track is Coles County Dragway and he can also be found racing at Wabash Valley.

He started racing in 1965 in the Stock Class at Springfield for the enjoyment.  His first win was in 1965 in the F/S at Springfield.  In 1999 Bob was the Street Track Champion in Coles County.

The thrill of racing for Bob is the competition.  His most exciting racing moment was the first time he got to compete at E T Nationals.  The next was racing at Race of Champions at E T Nationals.  Bob's most proud to be able to race in competition and remain a good Christian.

Don Gartlits is Bob's racing hero.

Of racing, Bob says, "It is a terrific sport .....recommend it to all people!".