you say it's your birthday

Don't have many birthdays on record so when one comes up I should recognize it.

This time Ed Kostenuk, whom I've noted in previous posts.

Ed Kostenuk (born on October 12, 1925 in Victoria, British Columbia - died on September 2, 1997) is a former USAC IndyCar racecar driver.
He made six starts from 1962 to 1964 with a best finish of eleventh place. He failed to qualify for the 1962 Indianapolis 500.

Some photos "borrowed" from the web.

Ed Kostenuk's champ car at Milwaukee.

Ed Kostenuk in the cockpit with Vi Scovell. Golden Wheels collection.

 His Victoria Auto Racing Hall of Fame entry can be read here.