Episode
How Drug Money Fueled IMSA Racing in the 1980s
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- Off The Racing Line
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- Oct 30, 2025
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- 3368
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Summary
Racing, Cocaine, and the 1980s IMSA Underworld — The Ken Behr StoryIn the 1980s, South Florida’s racing scene was fueled by more than just gasoline.Our guest, Ken Behr, was a race car driver who also ran tons of marijuana and cocaine through the same networks that bankrolled parts of IMSA and Road Atlanta.In this episode, Ken reveals how drug money powered his racing career, the reality of smuggling operations in that era, and what life was like after walking away from it all.👉 Subscribe for more real, unfiltered stories from the world of motorsport — both on and off the racing line.Get Ken's book and listen to his podcast: https://onestepovertheline.com/🚗 Sponsored by Velocity Track ExperienceTrack-prepped rentals, full support, expert coaching—all in one arrive-and-drive package.➡️ https://velocitytrackexperience.com🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & more.Website: https://offtheracingline.com/YT: / @offtheracingline Instagram: / offtheracingline TikTok: / offtheracingline Facebook: / offtheracingline Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-racing-line/id1806756528Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iDQbkts2ggd6aMuN11dbo#Racing #Motorsport #TrueCrime #IMSA #DrugSmuggling #KenBehr #OffTheRacingLine #FARA #CocaineCowboys