Tributes are flooding in around the Supercars and motorsport world after the death of Barry ‘Bo’ Seton at age 89. Seton won Bathurst for Ford in 1965 alongside Midge Bosworth, and is the father of Hall of Fame driver Glenn Seton.

The elder Seton competed in the great race at Mount Panorama 22 times from 1963 to 1984. He won his ‘class’ at Bathurst in 1976, 1977 and 1980 alongside co-driver Don Smith.

In 1983 he competed with Glenn in what was his son’s Bathurst debut at age 18. Glenn won Supercars championships in 1993 and 1997, and is regarded as one of the greats.

Barry Seton with son Glenn and grandson Aaron.

Barry Seton is an Aussie motorsport legend and father of Hall of Famer Glenn. Image: Glenn Seton Racing

Barry also won the Sun-7 Rothmans 3-Litre Series three times at Amaroo Park, and went on to become a leading engine builder. He helped his son form Glenn Seton Racing in 1989, and was in charge of building the team’s Ford Sierra RS500s. He left the team after the 1995 season and immediately snapped up by Longhurst Racing as their chief engine builder.

In retirement he continued to compete in historic touring car races with his Historic Touring Car Mk.I Ford Capri. He was also responsible for building Capri and Holden Torana engines for numerous cars in Group 2 of the Touring Car Masters series.

Barry Seton, pictured here after winning the Sun-7 Rothmans 100 in 1975.

Barry Seton after winning the Sun-7 Rothmans 100 in 1975.
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Supercars world pays tribute to Barry Seton

Barry’s grandson Aaron also raced in the Bathurst 1000 twice, making his debut in 2022. Supercars said in a statement on Friday: “Supercars extends its condolences to the friends and family of the late Barry ‘Bo’ Seton.”

One person wrote online: “RIP Bo. My condolences to Glenn, Aaron and the Seton family.” Another person commented: “My sincere condolences to the Seton family at this sad time.”

A third added: “What a great reputation he leaves. My heartfelt condolences to his family. I never had the pleasure of meeting his son. You all must be so proud of your heritage.” While another comment read: “Sad news. He was a linchpin of early touring car racing in Australia and a fine example to all young racers.”