Phillip Bonifield was born on June 23,1963 and is an American former professional stock car racing driver and team owner.
11 Facts About Phil Bonifield
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Phil Bonifield competed in the Busch Series part-time from 2001 to 2003 as well as in two West Series races in 2007.
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Phil Bonifield became a driving instructor at the Buck Baker Racing School in 1993, after he moved to the Southeast from California.
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In 1998, Phil Bonifield closed his fabrication shop and began fielding entries in the Truck series.
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Phil Bonifield made his Craftsman Truck Series debut at Evergreen Speedway, finishing 30th.
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Phil Bonifield would compete 13 more times that year, and finished 31st in points, and 7th in Rookie of the Year standings.
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In 2001, Phil Bonifield posted a career-best 24th twice, at California and Las Vegas.
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Phil Bonifield made his Busch debut at the MBNA Platinum 200 for Jay Robinson Racing, starting 34th but finishing 36th after engine problems plagued the team.
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Phil Bonifield ran six Busch races, two for his own team, one for Bost Motorsports, and the rest for Means Racing.
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Phil Bonifield's best finish was a 30th at Fontana, the only race he finished that year.
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Phil Bonifield returned to the Truck Series in 2006, fielding the No 86 Chevrolet.