Al Baurle, of Baurle Auto Sport fame, passed away in the last 24 hours. Al was in his late 80's and had been seriously ill for the past few months.
Al was a noted Chicagoland/Midwest sportscar fabricator/tuner/bodyman with a history that went back to postwar sporty car racing. He was involved with one of the original "Pooper" sportscars, (a Cooper Sports Racer with a transplanted Porsche engine . . . . .) and was a noted Cobraphile, being involved with Cobras from the outset. A noted chassis tuner and mechanic, Al spent much of the 50's & 60's at tracks like Meadowdale, Road America, Watkins Glen and the like.
Al was the Midwest equivalent of Phil Remington.
In his later years, Al specialized in Cobra restorations and body replacement, and also with his son and business partner Ken, restored many sports and formula cars for Midwest based enthusiasts.
Al was always enthusiastic about sharing his knowledge and kind to those following in his footsteps.
Truly the passing of a great one, and the end of an era here in the Midwest . . . . . . . . .
Funeral/Memorial arrangements TBA. PM me for details as they become available, if you wish to attend.
Ave, atque, vale, pater. Atque in perpetuum.
Fordboy
