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S1·E9 Bathurst 1000 - 1981: The Big Pile-Up

Episode
Season 1, Episode 9
Air Date
October 4, 1981
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired October 4, 1981
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Synopsis

Redemption arrives in explosive fashion as Dick Johnson and John French bring Ford back to the absolute peak of the mountain. Armed with a newly built Falcon funded by the Australian public, Johnson faces down a grid of powerful V8 Commodores and a menacing turbo Camaro attack. The classic endurance race is cut short by a violent, multi-car pile-up at McPhillamy Park that completely blocks the track. The red flag triggers a massive scoring countdown, crowning a fairy-tale champion amidst the wreckage.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 9 of Bathurst 1000 air?

Season 1, Episode 9 ('Bathurst 1000 - 1981: The Big Pile-Up') originally aired on October 4, 1981.

How long is Season 1 Episode 9 ('Bathurst 1000 - 1981: The Big Pile-Up')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Bathurst 1000.

What happens in Bathurst 1000 Season 1 Episode 9?

Redemption arrives in explosive fashion as Dick Johnson and John French bring Ford back to the absolute peak of the mountain. Armed with a newly built Falcon funded by the Australian public, Johnson faces down a grid of powerful V8 Commodores and a menacing turbo Camaro attack. The classic endurance...

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