Allan Moffat, Motorsport Legend and Hall of Famer, Passes Away at 86: Tributes Flood In for a Racing Icon
Published on November 22, 2025 at 01:58 PM
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Tributes have poured in following the passing of motorsport Hall of Famer Allan Moffat at the age of 86.
The Canadian-Australian race car driver was confirmed deceased by his official Facebook page.
Allan Moffat has passed away at the age of 86Credit: Getty
Moffat solidified his legendary status in motorsport by winning the Bathurst 1000 and the Australian Touring Car Championship.
He clinched titles in both events four times, with his Bathurst victories occurring in 1970, 1971, 1973, and 1977.
A post on his Facebook page stated: “Allan Moffat was not only one of Australia’s most successful and respected motor racing drivers, but also a towering figure whose influence has shaped the nation’s motorsport identity for over five decades.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allan Moffat known for?
Allan Moffat is known for being one of Australia’s most successful race car drivers, having won the Bathurst 1000 and the Australian Touring Car Championship multiple times.
When did Allan Moffat pass away?
Allan Moffat passed away at the age of 86, as confirmed by his official Facebook page.
How many times did Moffat win the Bathurst 1000?
Allan Moffat won the Bathurst 1000 four times, with victories in 1970, 1971, 1973, and 1977.
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