Jimmy Young

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Jim Young is more than just a drag racer — he is a driver, builder, promoter, and visionary who keeps front-engine Top Fuel racing alive.
Known for his fearless driving style and for founding the Extreme Top Fuel series, Jim continues to leave a mark on nostalgia drag racing.
This page is dedicated to telling his story, from his earliest victories to his efforts building a true competition series for nitro-burning nostalgia rails.

Biography & Early Career

Jim Young began his journey in drag racing with a passion for front-engine Top Fuel cars.

He quickly became known for his skill, determination, and technical expertise.

His early years laid the foundation for a career filled with memorable victories and innovative ideas.

In 1999, Jim ran an injected nitro small-block Chevy before later adding a blower and moving into Nostalgia Top Fuel.

Career Stats & Records

Jim Young is a member of the:

5.60 Club (5.593 sec, Bakersfield 2011).

MPH Club (266.11 mph, March Meet 2013).

He remains the official nostalgia Top Fuel speed record holder at 266.11 mph.

Major Achievements Over The Years

  • Rick Bain: Capturing the Thunder – A Legacy in Drag Racing Lens and Pen

    September 20, 2025

    By Kings of the Sport, September 20, 2025 In the high-octane world of drag racing, where the roar of nitro-fueled beasts echoes like thunder across the quarter-mile, few names evoke as much respect behind the scenes as Rick Bain. A photographer whose lens has frozen iconic moments in time and a writer whose words pulse with the adrenaline of the

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    June 26, 2025

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