Agar, Warren

Name/Title

Agar, Warren

Entry/Object ID

2025.1.8

Description

Warren Agor was born in 1942 and passed away on October 29, 2014, at the age of 72. He was originally from Penfield, New York, and graduated from Cornell University before serving as a Captain in the U.S. Army. Agor began his motorsports career working as a mechanic and fluids specialist for Roger Penske’s racing team, including crewing for legendary driver Mark Donohue. In 1969, he founded Agor Racing Enterprises with his wife Lynn, launching a career as an independent sports car racer and team owner. Despite operating with limited budgets and volunteer crews, Agor competed in prestigious series like Can-Am, Trans-Am, IMSA GT, and vintage racing, earning respect for his grit and determination. Agor’s most notable success came in the 1972 SCCA Trans-Am Series, where he finished fourth in the championship standings, driving Chevrolet-powered Camaros and Monzas. His racing career was marked by perseverance against larger, better-funded teams, and he was known for building and driving his own cars. While he never clinched a major championship, his consistent podium finishes and passion for racing earned him a place in the Road Racing Drivers Club in 1975. After retiring from racing, he continued to be involved in the automotive world through his business, Agor Enterprises. His legacy lives on as a symbol of independent spirit in American motorsports. For more about Warren Agor’s life and career, explore these articles: Road Racing Drivers Club tribute Motor Sport Magazine profile

Collection

Simeone - Photograph

Category

Race Car Drivers

Acquisition

Accession

2025.1

Source or Donor

Frederick Simeone Founder Collection

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1972

Dimensions

Height

20.4 cm

Width

25.5 cm

Location

Archival Box

H01

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Very Good