INTERVIEW: Larry Perkins - 08 October 2026
Summary
Six-time Bathurst winner Larry Perkins reflects on his racing career, from his early days in the Mallee to his Formula 3 and F1 stints. He discusses his legendary partnership with Peter Brock, the importance of mechanical reliability, and his dramatic 1995 Bathurst victory where he recovered from a flat tire to win.
Topics discussed
Introduction and Larry Perkins' current location
Early life in the Mallee and family racing history
Entry into racing: Formula V and Formula Ford
Rallycross career and early Holden dealer team days
The importance of self-belief and winning Formula 3
Path to Formula One and lack of commercial backing
Formula One experiences: Chris Eamon and Nürburgring
Return to Australia and first Bathurst 500 attempts
Partnership with Peter Brock and team management
Analyzing Peter Brock's driving style and success
Later Bathurst wins with Greg Hanson and Russell Ingall
Comparison with Dick Johnson and driving styles
Founding Perkins Engineering and mechanical focus
Comparison with Jack Brabham and health challenges
Current lifestyle and regional rivalry banter
Recalling the 1995 Bathurst 500 comeback win
Closing remarks and emphasis on teamwork
Sign-off and sponsor advertisement
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