History of the #85 Car in NASCAR
137
Starts
2
Wins
3
Poles
22
Top-5s
44
Top-10s
Not every number in NASCAR wears a crown, but the #85 has done the hard miles. Across 137 starts, this number has earned 2 trips to victory lane. Emanuel Zervakis led the charge with 0 wins. The #85 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Emanuel Zervakis | 52 | 0 |
| Carl Tyler | 10 | 0 |
| Tommy Irwin | 9 | 0 |
| Carl Long | 6 | 0 |
| Ken Bouchard | 4 | 0 |
| Tim Flock | 1 | 0 |
| Mike Skinner | 1 | 0 |
| Darrell Waltrip | 1 | 0 |
| Fireball Roberts | 1 | 0 |
Team Chart (1998-2026)
| Year | Driver | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Randy MacDonald Bob Strait | Ford |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the #85 car in NASCAR?
The #85 has been driven by 1 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). Randy MacDonald Bob Strait held the number the longest with 1 seasons. All-time, 9 drivers made at least one start in the #85.
Who was the most successful driver of the #85 car?
Emanuel Zervakis is the most successful driver of the #85 with 0 wins and 52 starts.
Who drives the #85 car in 2026?
The #85 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 #85 car have in NASCAR history?
The #85 car has 2 wins, 3 poles, 22 top-5 finishes, and 44 top-10 finishes across 137 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #85 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #85 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.