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Derek Bell

Derek Bell, 1973. Copyright Kurt Engelmann (www.myF5000.com), 2010. Used with permission.

Derek Bell, 1973. Copyright Kurt Engelmann (www.myF5000.com), 2010. Used with permission.

Derek Bell, Goodwood Revival, 14th September 2014. Copyright, Richard Jenkins, 2014.

Derek Bell, Goodwood Revival, 14th September 2014. Copyright, Richard Jenkins, 2014.

Born:

31 Oct 1941
Pinner, Middlesex

Nationality:

Great Britain

Grands Prix:

9 (1968-1974)

F2 starts:

32 (1968-1984)

Sportscar legend, still involved in the field but mainly as a consultant (including to Bentley) these days. He does still drive, however, in the odd event, mainly in historics now. He also does live commentary for television, after-dinner speaking and runs a number of dealerships in Florida. Winner of 5 Le Mans, he lives both in Florida and also Sussex, but originally was a farmer before his racing career took off. Derek also helps his son Justin in his career, initially as a driver, but now Justin is also a broadcaster too.

Biography last updated 1 Mar 2018