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1957: Race Cars on Track at Speedway

1957: Race Cars on Track at Speedway

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  • Year1957
  • Decade1950s
  • LocationRiverside, California, United States
  • Duration11s
  • Pond5 pricefrom $178 USD

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Race Cars on Track at Speedway — Clip Details

1957: Classic car racing action at a California speedway, captured on vintage 8mm film. Drivers race aggressively on an outdoor track, with cars speeding past a flimsy safety fence that underscores the danger and excitement of mid-century motorsports. The footage highlights the raw energy and daredevil spirit of 1950s racing culture, showcasing powerful machines and skilled drivers in a high-octane, unfiltered moment. This authentic archival clip offers a nostalgic glimpse into the thrill and risk of early auto racing events, perfect for documentaries, history projects, or retro-themed content.

Licensing & Technical Details

Original Format
8mm / Super 8 Film
Shot details
Exterior
Resolution
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License
Not licensed directly; available on Pond5
Delivery
Via Pond5
Duration
11s
Pond5 price
from $178 USD
Clip ID
62359847

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Date
1957 Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Date evidence
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Location
Riverside, California, United States Estimated (Catalog estimate from the footage and file metadata; not independently confirmed.)
Location evidence
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