In Part One, we learned about Paul T. Glessner and how he developed a relationship with Mark Donahue and Roger Penske. In Part Two, we hear how that relationship grew further with the Penske empire as he also befriended Bobby and Al Unser. He also talks about his aerospace exploits from the Concord to the space shuttle and more. Enjoy!
By Larry Mason
Interview and Photos Copyright © by Larry Mason unless otherwise noted
Glessner enjoying being chauffeured than none other than three-time Indy 500 champion, Bobby Unser.
The P2 that should’ve been a P1!
More downforce, less drag? Check. Thanks to Glessner’s rear wing design.
Glessner and Jim Webb show off the signed energy drink can that was cut out to make an improvised aerodynamic spoiler on the top of Webb’s helmet to reduce lift at high-speed! It worked, Webb won his race and praised Glessner as a genius!
Paul and his dad, Thomas J. Glessner, share a moment with Roger Penske.