Fred Offenhauser

Fred H. Offenhauser, Jr.
Fred H. Offenhauser, Jr.
Born	October 20, 1888; Los Angeles, California
Died	August 17, 1973 (aged 84); Los Angeles, California
Spouse	Ethel C. Lowery
Parent(s)	Martha and Frederick Offenhauser

Fred H. Offenhauser, Jr. (November 11, 1888 – August 17, 1973), was a machinist and self taught automotive engineer who developed the Offenhauser racing engine, nicknamed the "Offy", which dominated competition in the Indianapolis 500 race for decades. He also built the Novi engine, which was designed by Bud Winfield and Leo Goossen.

Fred H. Offenhauser, Jr.
Born	(1888-10-20)October 20, 1888 Los Angeles, California
Died	August 17, 1973(1973-08-17) (aged 84) Los Angeles, California
Spouse	Ethel C. Lowery
Parent(s)	Martha and Frederick Offenhauser