History of the #73 Car in NASCAR
188
Starts
2
Wins
2
Poles
9
Top-5s
31
Top-10s
Not every number in NASCAR wears a crown, but the #73 has done the hard miles. Across 188 starts, this number has earned 2 trips to victory lane. Johnny Beauchamp led the charge with 0 wins. The #73 is the kind of number that shows up every Sunday, runs every lap, and reminds you that in racing, persistence is its own kind of glory.
All-Time Driver History
Cup Series stats from 1949-2026. Sorted by starts.
| Driver | Starts | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Johnny Beauchamp | 23 | 0 |
| Phil Barkdoll | 19 | 0 |
| Buddy Baker | 17 | 0 |
| Steve Moore | 14 | 0 |
| Bill Schmitt | 4 | 0 |
| Ralph Earnhardt | 3 | 0 |
| Tony Raines | 2 | 0 |
| Joe Ruttman | 2 | 0 |
| Curtis Crider | 1 | 0 |
| Cale Yarborough | 1 | 0 |
| Bobby Wawak | 1 | 0 |
| Travis Kvapil | 1 | 0 |
Team Chart (1998-2026)
| Year | Driver | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Mike Wallace | Chevy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the #73 car in NASCAR?
The #73 has been driven by 1 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). Mike Wallace held the number the longest with 1 seasons. All-time, 12 drivers made at least one start in the #73.
Who was the most successful driver of the #73 car?
Johnny Beauchamp is the most successful driver of the #73 with 0 wins and 23 starts.
Who drives the #73 car in 2026?
The #73 does not appear to have a full-time entry in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season based on current team data.
How many wins does the #73 car have in NASCAR history?
The #73 car has 2 wins, 2 poles, 9 top-5 finishes, and 31 top-10 finishes across 188 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #73 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #73 in two sections: the all-time driver history (1949-2026) with aggregate stats from the full Cup Series era, and a detailed team chart (1998-2026) showing team, manufacturer, and sponsor information for each season.