Russell James Liberman (September 12, 1945 [3] – September 9, 1977 [4]) was an American funny car drag racer, nicknamed "Jungle Jim." In 2001, he was named #17 on the list of the Top 50 NHRA drivers of all time. [5] Liberman was known for driving backwards at 100 miles per hour (160 km/h) after doing his burnout. [5]

Feb 8, 2023 · Remember Jungle Jim Liberman and Jungle Pam Hardy? Explore their rise to fame, their legendary partnership, and the tragic end of Jungle Jim’s life.

Jun 3, 2020 · Russell James Liberman, a.k.a Jungle Jim Hardy was a popular American funny car drag racer. The racer was also listed number 17 on the list of ‘Top 50 NHRA drivers’. Sadly, Russell lost his life in a car accident on 9 September 1977 at the age of 31.

Known as Jungle Jim, he was named #17 on the list of the Top 50 NHRA drivers. He was known as a flamboyant showman who would often drive backwards at 100 mph after doing his burnout, and he would refuse to lift off the gas when a run was completely out of shape.

Nov 11, 2016 · In one corner, “Jungle Jim” Liberman, a gypsy of the match race scene who rarely ran NHRA national events yet wowed fans with wild antics and a comely conspirator in “Jungle Pam” Hardy.

Russell James Liberman (September 12, 1945 – September 9, 1977) was an American funny car drag racer, nicknamed "Jungle Jim." In 2001, he was named #17 on the list of the Top 50 NHRA drivers of all time. Liberman was known for driving backwards at 100 miles per hour (160 km/h) after doing his burnout. Quick Facts Born, Died ...

Oct 29, 2008 · Jungle gained notoriety by being the most feared Funny Car driver of the match racing circuit. Unfortunately, he lost his life on September 9, 1977, when he was involved in a...

Long before John Force, Pennsylvania-native Russell James Liberman was Funny Car’s first great showman. Preferring match races to title runs in his (unusual for the time) Chevy Funny Cars, he captured only one NHRA event, the 1975 Summernationals.

May 8, 2016 · Jungle Jim Liberman was an influential drag racer of his time, and one that brought the cool factor of muscle cars to the masses.

May 13, 2016 · Known for his master showmanship on the track, Jungle Jim Liberman lived his life in the fast lane to say the least. See how he got his start inside!