The Mechanic's Tale Life in the Pit Lanes of Formula One

Steve Matchett

ISBN 10: 0297824910 / ISBN 13: 9780297824916

Published by W&N, 1999

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Mechanic's Tale Life in the Pit Lanes of Formula One
• Publisher: W&N
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0297824910
• ISBN 13: 9780297824916
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Essential reading for anyone interested in life behind-the-scenes at Formula One.

Formula One Grand Prix mechanic Steve Matchett takes the reader on a compelling journey through his life in the pit-lane, from his beginnings as a young apprentice, through his time at Ferrari and BMW to his later success with Benetton.

He gives eye-witness views of the great drivers, including Michael Schumacher, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost and Ayrton Senna. He also talks of key Benetton personalities, and explains how the team was transformed into a strong, competitive organisation, winning three World Championships. His determination and frustration in trying - and eventually succeeding - to break into the high-pressure world of Formula One leaps off the page.

From the Publisher

In his new book, Formula One Grand Prix mechanic Steve Matchett offers the reader an inside look at his life as a pit crew mechanic, from his beginnings as a young apprentice through his time at Ferrari and BMW, to his later success with Benetton. There are eyewitness accounts of the great drivers, including Michael Schumacher, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, and Ayrton Senna. He also talks about key Benetton personalities, revealing how the team was transformed into a strong competitive organization, winning three World Championships. In this fast–moving account, the high–pressure world of Formula One leaps off the page.