Mike Salay, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Mike Salay

American racing driver

Date of Birth: 10-Jun-1909

Place of Birth: South Bend, Indiana, United States

Date of Death: 19-Nov-1973

Profession: engineer, racing driver, Formula One driver

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Mike Salay (born Michael Szalai June 10, 1909; died November 19, 1973) was an American racecar driver from South Bend, Indiana.
Salay made eight starts in AAA Championship Car in 1948 and 1949 including the 1948 Indianapolis 500.
He attempted to qualify again in 1949 but failed to do so.
His best finish was sixth at Trenton Speedway in 1949.
In 1950 he attempted the June Milwaukee Mile race and failed to qualify.
He entered the 1951 Indianapolis 500 but wrecked his car in a practice crash.