1987 AC Delco 500
Network: TBS
Date and time: October 25, 1987, 12:30 PM
Format: Live
Length: 4 hours and 40 minutes (scheduled for 4 and a half hours)
The race was broadcast live and flag-to-flag on TBS. Significant focus was given to the tire shortages that plagued many teams, such as the cars of Morgan Shepherd and Bill Elliott.
Due to 8 caution flags, the race ran long, and signed off around 5:10 PM instead of the planned 5:00 PM. This slightly pre-empted an airing of Sanford and Son.
Personnel:
Host: Dave Despain
Announcers: Ken Squier, Lake Speed, Johnny Hayes
Pit reporters: Pat Patterson, Jerry Garrett
Goodwrench Motor Racing Updates: Bob Richards