One of Amon's iconic contemporaries is describing him as a great friend as well as a great driver.
Three-time world champion Sir Jackie Stewart says he has plenty of warm memories of his friendship with Amon.
He says Amon was a smooth and clean driver and one of the great New Zealand talents.
Sir Jackie says Amon was much better than his record shows and him not winning a grand prix is incredible.
Kiwi formula one driver Howden Ganley raced against Amon and says he was a wonderful person.
Ganley says Amon was the nicest guy you could meet, well-educated with a great sense of humour but very self-effacing at the same time.
The highest profile current Kiwi driver says Amon was a true Legend and inspiration to many.
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Indycar driver Scott Dixon says he's saddened to hear of the passing of Chris Amon.
Even after his passing, Amon will leave a long standing legacy in New Zealand Motorsport.
Following his highly successful driving career Amon was an ambassador for Toyota and supported the New Zealand based Toyota Racing Series.
The series has paved the way for current Kiwi talent such as Brendon Hartley, Mitch Evans and Earl Bamber.
The overall winner's trophy is named after Amon and series founder Barrie Thomlinson says Amon will continue to be an inspiration.
Thomlinson says it's Amon's helmet that the trophy is based on and is very iconic and they will certainly cherish presenting the trophy in future years.
