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Tony Dron

August 29, 1946 - November 16, 2021

Tony Dron was a racing driver, motoring journalist and author. He was a racing contemporary and friend of James Hunt in Formula Ford before competing in saloon cars, sports cars, Porsche series and latterly historic racing cars. He won events in 24 makes and 41 models of car. The total number of wins is not known but is well into the hundreds. He wrote for Motor magazine, was editor of Classic Cars for 11 years and a Telegraph motoring contributor. He is survived by his wife Charis and children from previous marriages, Amy, William and Katy. With thanks to Jeff Bloxham for the image.

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KYLE FORTUNE 2021-11-18 20:49:02 wrote:

Enormously saddened to hear of Tony's passing, the word legend is banded around a lot, but Tony was exactly that, and so much more. As a young journalist I recall meeting him for the first time, when I arrived slightly late for an evening dinner on a Mercedes-Benz event. There was a seat next to Tony, and I joined him at the table. I can remember the conversation like it was yesterday, his story telling, so beautifully expressed when written equally so in conversation, and, boy, did Tony have some stories to tell... Engaging, fascinating company, for all his wonderful tales, his extraordinary ability as a driver and his quick wit and humour, it was his humility, and his welcoming interest in everyone else that was truly wonderful. He made a young, inexperienced journalist feel like he belonged and mattered, he encouraged and advised and always had time for people, and I'll forever be grateful for that. Naturally, any opportunity following that initial meeting to spend time with Tony was always taken, sharing cars, meals and the odd bar stool, Tony's incredible enthusiasm for life and warmth defined him. I am blessed to have known him, the world has lost a truly wonderful person, race in peace, the stars will shine a little bit brighter with you up there. Sincere condolences to all your family and friends.

KYLE FORTUNE 2021-11-18 20:49:02 wrote: Enormously saddened to hear of Tony's passing, the word legend is banded around a lot, but Tony was exactly that, and so much more. As a young journalist I recall meeting him for the first time, when I arrived slightly late for an evening dinner on a Mercedes-Benz event. There was a seat next to Tony, and I joined him at the table. I can remember the conversation like it was yesterday, his story telling, so beautifully expressed when written equally so in conversation, and, boy, did Tony have some stories to tell... Engaging, fascinating company, for all his wonderful tales, his extraordinary ability as a driver and his quick wit and humour, it was his humility, and his welcoming interest in everyone else that was truly wonderful. He made a young, inexperienced journalist feel like he belonged and mattered, he encouraged and advised and always had time for people, and I'll forever be grateful for that. Naturally, any opportunity following that initial meeting to spend time with Tony was always taken, sharing cars, meals and the odd bar stool, Tony's incredible enthusiasm for life and warmth defined him. I am blessed to have known him, the world has lost a truly wonderful person, race in peace, the stars will shine a little bit brighter with you up there. Sincere condolences to all your family and friends.

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