Pedro Rodriguez was a masterful driver and in the rain he was unbeatable. His exploits in the Porsche 917 at Spa are the stuff of legend. He is missed…. R.I.P. Pedro.
I too, was there on that day, as an 12yr old, with my family. We always sat up on Clay Hill. Great views of Knicker Brook. Still following F1 to this day, and still reminisce about all the famous drivers I saw in the late 1960's and early '70s. Thanks for showing us the film.
"Sólo dame un carro bueno y que no se rompa; no me importa la categoría" "Una carrera de segunda siempre es mejor que ninguna carrera" Pedro Rodriguez (1940 - 1971) Piloto mexicano
"Just give me a good car which doesn't fail. I don't care about the category" "A second class race is always better than any race" Pedro Rodriguez (1940 - 1971) Regards from a venezuelan citizen who emigrated to Chile searching a better way of life.
Until now days; Pedro Rodriguez is the best car driver that Mexico has seen born. We also won Le mans. The best driver on rain of his generation. He is a legent.
More than that, Nigel Roebuck compared Pedro with Senna. In his odd drivers with Ferrari in their most dismal season 1969 , 1973 was almost as bad it not due to the problem in 1969 of lack of money and the obsolete engines. But in the one off drives on the British GP and in the 312 open G6 Ferrari at Spa 1000km , Rodriquez looked the team leader.
Pedro Rodríguez es una leyenda de las Pistas Más valorado en el extranjero que en su país s mi parecer. Ahora qué muchos años Después otro Méxicano ocupa el ,1er lugar en el Pidió Recordamos s Pedro . Al Checo le falta mucho para compararlo con él pero ojalá Hoy con una mejor escudería vengan las d triunfos y escriba su propia Historia
This was the first motor race I ever attended and was immediately hooked. I recall trying to get a photo of the turbine Lotus from the bridge at the circuit entrance, because I liked the look of the heat haze behind it. Trouble was, I couldn't hear the darn thing coming from behind me and so missed every time!
Pedro is still a legend and one of the best of its generation. We still miss him dearly after 42 yrs of his premature death. Perez still has long ways to go to be compared with Pedro.
I saw Pedro drive F1 and Sports cars; I've seen Perez drive F1 - Perez isn't anywhere near in the same league as Pedro. Pedro lapped Spa (the old, full fat circuit) in a Porsche 917 in the pouring rain, 10 seconds faster than the then (dry track) F1 lap record. 10 whole seconds.
Pedro was incredible, but Ricardo seemed even more promising. I would’ve loved to see him getting bigger and bigger in motorsports and probably top the talent of his brother
There's only one Pedro Rodriguez, no comparison possible between Pedro and Perez really. Pedro competed in about every category of motor racing and in a different era. Cars were different, driving on dangerous tracks with no driver protection etc. etc.
Also regarded as one of the best drivers in the rain. One could only wonder what he achievements would have been had it all come together (of getting a competitive F1 car).
I was there with my Dad when I was 21 bless him. You could still walk around the Paddock for an extra £10 (I think) and chat with drivers and team members!
Sergio Perez is just there as part of the grid but I bet Pedro Rodriquez with the right car would make S. Vettels life a living hell. Lets not forget the man was awesome in the rain too.
Rodriguez was thorn in F1 drivers' side once BRM was getting itself competitive sorted out in 1970... finally.. Imagine if he was at Ferrari that year.
Mi Papa me cuenta que conocio a los hermanos Rodriguez. Entre muchas cosas mi Papa Oyo del Papa que despues de la muerte de Ricardo...Pedro le prometio a su Papa que jamas correria. Pedro volvio y........murio haciendo lo que amaba mas en su vida. Descansen en paz mis paisanos y A Checo que siga triunfando en la F-1
The points sistem it is a very diferent and also the security sistems rodriguez make the best times in porsche 917 prototype 387km we will see a perez like the best mexican in f1 viva mexico you can be shure
Rodriquez was the most underated driver of all in the late 1960s. For the 67-70 period leaving aside Clark. Stewart is far best and as a fast consistent all round talent only Surtees is in the same ball park. The ageing Surtees and Gurney are far better than NZ ers Hulme and McLaren. In the early 1960s Bruce McLaren was a top performer, but like Chris Amon lacked the necessary aggression. Real motor racing pre 1985 was not just about being a good tester Ickx, Hailwood and Peterson were hopeless in that area. But Jackie and Hailwood were sensible enough to leave it entirely to the team.. Ronnie wasn't which is why Chapman lost faith and actually preferred Ickx. Then motor racing was about dueling and passing on the track. And Amons inadequacy in that way were apparent from early during 1967 and at Warwick's Farm in 68. Rodriquez form in the underpowered P133 at Jarama, Spa, Rouen and Holland in 68 to me showed Pedro was in some ways the best in the world after Clark. Having wide boy Jackie Oliver as team mate in 1970 was a problem as for once Oliver Stanley was right, Jackie Oliver was a good driver, but not nearly as good as Oliver himself thought. Oliver pinched the car prepared for Rodriquez about half an hour before the 1970 Dutch and British GP with a little help from Me Stewart. Had Rodriquez had his No 1 BRM on those days I think his cat like lightness and speed might have brought the P153 to the finish ahead of Jochen Ridnt and made him champion. Rodriquez was a truly great driver, denied the best cars by outright racism by Stanley, Stewart, Imperial Tobacco and other cosmetic functionaries.
The BBC coverage actually showed the one mistake when Rodriguez slid wide at the hairpin. IIRC that week's "Autosport" had a picture of Pedro talking to Raymond Mays or Sir Alfred Owen, I forget which, claiming that he is explaining his off to the boss. BTW, the commentary here is wrong. Rodriguez did not win another Grand Prix before his death. His two wins were Kyalami, 1967 and Spa 1970.
Rodriguez had the skill, the character and the balls to be an F1 champion. Sadly Rodriguez lost his life doing what he loved most...racing cars. I would love to see Pedro competing against Max Vesrtappen, with all due respect to our beloved "Checo Perez". Of course, my fantasy. Greetings from Mexico.
Pedro Rodriguez was a masterful driver and in the rain he was unbeatable. His exploits in the Porsche 917 at Spa are the stuff of legend. He is missed…. R.I.P. Pedro.
I was there that day. It was great to see Pedro win!
I too, was there on that day, as an 12yr old, with my family. We always sat up on Clay Hill. Great views of Knicker Brook. Still following F1 to this day, and still reminisce about all the famous drivers I saw in the late 1960's and early '70s. Thanks for showing us the film.
Beautiful tribute! Regards from Mexico.
"Sólo dame un carro bueno y que no se rompa; no me importa la categoría"
"Una carrera de segunda siempre es mejor que ninguna carrera"
Pedro Rodriguez
(1940 - 1971)
Piloto mexicano
Pedro es toda una leyenda... está entre los 5 mejores pilotos de todos los tiempos...pero el número 1 en agua y de noche...ojos de gato...
I was there with my father, loved Oulton Park
"Just give me a good car which doesn't fail. I don't care about the category"
"A second class race is always better than any race"
Pedro Rodriguez
(1940 - 1971)
Regards from a venezuelan citizen who emigrated to Chile searching a better way of life.
Pedro Rodriguez: a great driver My respect
Pedro and that great yardly livery something else.
Gone way too early. My idol Pedro the best under the rain and at night. A master at taming the Porsche 917. RIP champion 😢
Until now days; Pedro Rodriguez is the best car driver that Mexico has seen born. We also won Le mans. The best driver on rain of his generation. He is a legent.
Imagine if he hadn't been stuck with Cooper & BRM for so long. At least John Wyer recognized his talent and put it to good use.
Imagine Ricardo surviving his fatal crash. He would have at least been right up there
More than that, Nigel Roebuck compared Pedro with Senna. In his odd drivers with Ferrari in their most dismal season 1969 , 1973 was almost as bad it not due to the problem in 1969 of lack of money and the obsolete engines. But in the one off drives on the British GP and in the 312 open G6 Ferrari at Spa 1000km , Rodriquez looked the team leader.
Pedro Rodríguez es una leyenda de las Pistas Más valorado en el extranjero que en su país s mi parecer. Ahora qué muchos años Después otro Méxicano ocupa el ,1er lugar en el Pidió Recordamos s Pedro . Al Checo le falta mucho para compararlo con él pero ojalá Hoy con una mejor escudería vengan las d triunfos y escriba su propia Historia
Rodriguez is a Legend of course !
Aa sus autos de carreras
This was the first motor race I ever attended and was immediately hooked. I recall trying to get a photo of the turbine Lotus from the bridge at the circuit entrance, because I liked the look of the heat haze behind it. Trouble was, I couldn't hear the darn thing coming from behind me and so missed every time!
Amazing driving by Pedro, a true daredevil...
Pedro is still a legend and one of the best of its generation. We still miss him dearly after 42 yrs of his premature death. Perez still has long ways to go to be compared with Pedro.
Agreed!!
Absolutely agree. Pedro is still missed. One of the most versatile for sure!
What do u know Perez is getting there my friend. Finally.
I saw Pedro drive F1 and Sports cars; I've seen Perez drive F1 - Perez isn't anywhere near in the same league as Pedro. Pedro lapped Spa (the old, full fat circuit) in a Porsche 917 in the pouring rain, 10 seconds faster than the then (dry track) F1 lap record. 10 whole seconds.
Pedro was incredible, but Ricardo seemed even more promising. I would’ve loved to see him getting bigger and bigger in motorsports and probably top the talent of his brother
There's only one Pedro Rodriguez, no comparison possible between Pedro and Perez really. Pedro competed in about every category of motor racing and in a different era. Cars were different, driving on dangerous tracks with no driver protection etc. etc.
Also regarded as one of the best drivers in the rain. One could only wonder what he achievements would have been had it all come together (of getting a competitive F1 car).
I was there with my Dad when I was 21 bless him. You could still walk around the Paddock for an extra £10 (I think) and chat with drivers and team members!
Drivers did not want to be compared to Rodrigues...this is why you never hear him being spoken of...
the best - Pedro
Thanks for the video I was there as an 11 year old.
I was there to watch this race that is me at 3 mins 36 seconds with the long air force great
coat
Holy cow, that is incredible!
That's amazing to see your young self there. And well spotted. Are still a fan of motor racing?
Thanks Luc, for giving us good memories!!!
Vaya determinaciòn de atacar las curvas.
Sergio Perez is just there as part of the grid but I bet Pedro Rodriquez with the right car would make S. Vettels life a living hell. Lets not forget the man was awesome in the rain too.
Rodriguez was thorn in F1 drivers' side once BRM was getting itself competitive sorted out in 1970... finally.. Imagine if he was at Ferrari that year.
Amazing 4 wheel drift Pedro !
Mi Papa me cuenta que conocio a los hermanos Rodriguez. Entre muchas cosas mi Papa Oyo del Papa que despues de la muerte de Ricardo...Pedro le prometio a su Papa que jamas correria. Pedro volvio y........murio haciendo lo que amaba mas en su vida. Descansen en paz mis paisanos y A Checo que siga triunfando en la F-1
I were there and was with Jackie Stewart when he wasn't in his car lol
Good days
Great racing
I was there way back - when BRM won !
True conversation.
Pedro - No matter whethr dry or raining, I drive the same.
Jackie Stewart - Yes I'm sorry about that Pedro....
Stewart was always so up himself. Pedro was a true gentleman.
Sergio Perez is looking better now maybe he is the next Pedro Rodriquez. Perez is making F1 exciting for me again.
He just won P1
@@josuejasso7589 I remember some Mexicans saying he was nothing special. In the right car I think he is.
Great clip, thanks for uploading
Pedro Rodriguez:- The Most Under rated driver ever..: 😳 wow that did hurt me
@1MCS34
It was on a VHS video cassette called "Racing 60ies & 70ies style"
Cheers,
Luc
THERE WAS ONLY A DRIVER IN MEXICO HIS NAME PEDRO RODRIGUEZ.
The points sistem it is a very diferent and also the security sistems rodriguez make the best times in porsche 917 prototype 387km we will see a perez like the best mexican in f1 viva mexico you can be shure
Rodriquez was the most underated driver of all in the late 1960s. For the 67-70 period leaving aside Clark. Stewart is far best and as a fast consistent all round talent only Surtees is in the same ball park. The ageing Surtees and Gurney are far better than NZ ers Hulme and McLaren. In the early 1960s Bruce McLaren was a top performer, but like Chris Amon lacked the necessary aggression.
Real motor racing pre 1985 was not just about being a good tester Ickx, Hailwood and Peterson were hopeless in that area. But Jackie and Hailwood were sensible enough to leave it entirely to the team.. Ronnie wasn't which is why Chapman lost faith and actually preferred Ickx.
Then motor racing was about dueling and passing on the track. And Amons inadequacy in that way were apparent from early during 1967 and at Warwick's Farm in 68.
Rodriquez form in the underpowered P133 at Jarama, Spa, Rouen and Holland in 68 to me showed Pedro was in some ways the best in the world after Clark. Having wide boy Jackie Oliver as team mate in 1970 was a problem as for once Oliver Stanley was right, Jackie Oliver was a good driver, but not nearly as good as Oliver himself thought. Oliver pinched the car prepared for Rodriquez about half an hour before the 1970 Dutch and British GP with a little help from Me Stewart. Had Rodriquez had his No 1 BRM on those days I think his cat like lightness and speed might have brought the P153 to the finish ahead of Jochen Ridnt and made him champion. Rodriquez was a truly great driver, denied the best cars by outright racism by Stanley, Stewart, Imperial Tobacco and other cosmetic functionaries.
The BBC coverage actually showed the one mistake when Rodriguez slid wide at the hairpin. IIRC that week's "Autosport" had a picture of Pedro talking to Raymond Mays or Sir Alfred Owen, I forget which, claiming that he is explaining his off to the boss.
BTW, the commentary here is wrong. Rodriguez did not win another Grand Prix before his death. His two wins were Kyalami, 1967 and Spa 1970.
Pedro was talking to Raymond Mays, pictures was in Autosport magazine.
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GREAT, but 'a YOUNG Jackie Stewart' ???
Its 1970 not 1971!
No it's 1971.
What date was this race? Pedro Rodrigues died on 11, July 1971!
When the film starts, the narrator says Good Friday 1971.
It is clearly 1971 - the cars give it away: the Lotus turbine, the Surtees self-built car and the Tyrrell. Race was held on 9th April 1971
Definitely 1971.
Rodríguez death this year
Rodriguez had the skill, the character and the balls to be an F1 champion. Sadly Rodriguez lost his life doing what he loved most...racing cars. I would love to see Pedro competing against Max Vesrtappen, with all due respect to our beloved "Checo Perez". Of course, my fantasy. Greetings from Mexico.
Don't want to watch it ,it's sad for what was a legend