Barney Oldfield (June 3, 1878 – October 4, 1946) was an automobile racer and pioneer.

He born on a farm on the outskirts of Wauseon, Ohio. His accomplishments led to the expression "Who do you think you are? Barney Oldfield?"

He was buried in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California.

In 1990, he was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame.