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.

Born:

31 Oct 1941
Pinner, Middlesex

 Derek Bell, 2006, Watkins Glen. Copyright Ron Kielbiski, 2009. Used with permission.

Derek Bell, 2006, Watkins Glen. Copyright Ron Kielbiski, 2009. Used with permission.

Nationality:

Great Britain

Grands Prix:

9 (1968-1974)

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. He also does live commentary for Speedvision, after-dinner speaking and runs a number of dealerships in Florida. Winner of 5 Le Mans, he lives both in Florida and also Sussex.

Biography last updated 24 Jan 2010