Brock began his professional career in 1969 at Mount Panorama. He went on to win the Bathurst 1000 nine times – a record that still stands – and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2001. Over 212 Touring Car Championship starts he claimed 48 race wins and three championships.

Family members still speak of his influence. Steps‑on James Brock said, “I couldn’t believe the things that he could do behind the wheel,” adding that watching him felt like “defying physics.” Son Rob Brock recalled, “He definitely died doing what he loved,” and added that his father left an “indelible” mark on Australia.

To mark the anniversary of his death, the National Motor Racing Museum in Bathurst opened a dedicated exhibition. Museum coordinator Brad Owen said, “Even 20 years after his tragic accident, Peter Brock is still probably the best‑known name in Australian motorsport history,” and called him “one of the most important figures” in the sport.

Brad Owen also noted that Brock’s success at Mount Panorama coincided with the Bathurst 1000 gaining broader international broadcast in the 1970s and 80s. He said, “Peter’s impact on Mount Panorama has been amazing,” and that “he rose to prominence as the Bathurst 1000 was becoming a much more globally recognised thing.”

These memories, the museum display, and the continued reverence from fans and fellow drivers show why Brock’s legacy endures: his record‑breaking achievements, personal stories from his family, and public commemorations keep his spirit alive in Australian motorsport.