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Look back at the 1986 Winston 500 and you will find some fascinating details, such as Bobby Allison edging out Dale Earnhardt Sr. by just 0.2 seconds for the win. Allison also ranks among the oldest drivers ever to claim victory in the event. The race holds a notable place in stock car history.
Beyond the on-track drama, the weekend featured an unusual off-track story involving the theft of a pace car. Such an audacious incident adds a colorful footnote to an already memorable race. Looking back, the combination of close competition and the bizarre pace car caper makes the 1986 running a particularly entertaining chapter to revisit.
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