Joe Schlesser (May 18, 1928-July 7, 1968) was a NASCAR driver from Neuilly-sur-Seine, France. He competed in two Sprint Cup Series event in his career. Both came in 1964, when Schlesser raced at the Speedweeks festivies. He debuted in the qualifier event. Starting 8th in the twenty-thre car field, Schlesser completed 39 of the 40 laps in route to a solid 9th place showing and berth in the Daytona 500. Starting 18th in the forty-six car field, Schlesser completed 192 of the 200 laps in route to another solid effort, a 13th place effort.