1959 Jocko Formula Junior

The Jocko Formula Junior was built in 1959 by 'Jocko' Maggiacomo of New York who had created a reputation for building competitive stock cars. It is powered by a front-mounted, 1100cc Fiat engine with dual-side draft Weber carburetors in a ladder-type frame. The front suspension is an independent setup, while the rear uses a live axle configuration. Braking is provided by drums, and the transmission is a four-speed unit. Both brakes and gearbox were courtesy of Fiat, just as was the rack-and-pinion steering.

Jim Haynes drove the vehicle at the 1960 Sebring Formula Junior race where he finished in ninth. This was also Sam Posey's first racing car. He later went to Can Am racing and then to the Trans-Am series. He has raced at the Indianapolis 500 and the 12 Hours of Sebring. He raced at the 24 Hours of Le Mans ten times. His racing career is vast; once he retired from racing, he became a racing commentator for ABC Sports.

The current owner is Chris Shoemaker, who has continued to race the vehicle in vintage events, including the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix where most of these photos were taken.

By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2006