In 1963 , Scott became the only African-American to win a race at NASCAR 's highest level , taking a 100-mile feature at Jacksonville , Florida , on December 1 . 1988 champ Bill Elliott was NASCAR 's most popular driver 16 times . Wendell Scott is the only African-American to win a race in NASCAR 's top division . Comment:
1988 champ Bill Elliott was NASCAR 's most popular driver 16 times . Wendell Scott is the only African-American to win a race in NASCAR 's top division . Comment: