Chuck Rodee

Chuck Rodee (born 8 September 1927 and died 14 May 1966) was an American racing driver who participated in the USAC Championship Car series between 1957 and 1965, during which time he participated in the Indianapolis 500. His results in the 1959 and 1960 would have counted towards the Formula One championship if he had qualified.
He did manage to qualify for the 1962 and 1965 races, but failed to finish the race both times due to mechanical failures.
While attempting to qualify for the 1966 Indianapolis 500, Rodee spun into the wall in the first corner. Although the impact was minor, he suffered the brunt of the force due to the rigid chassis of the time. He suffered a ruptured aorta and underwent emergency surgery, which was unsuccessful. He died at the age of 38.
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==Formula One Statistical Overview==
===Formula One Record===
Year	Entrant 	Team	Points	Pos.
 	Central Excavating / Pete Salemi	 	0 	NC
 	Dunn Engineering 	 	0 	NC
===Career Statistics===
===Career Results===
==Notes==
Category:Drivers
Category:Indianapolis 500-only Drivers
Category:United States Drivers
Category:1927 births
Category:1966 deaths
Category:1959 Début Drivers
Category:Deceased Drivers