The Mechanic's Tale

Matchett, Steve

ISBN 10: 0752827839 / ISBN 13: 9780752827834

Published by Orion, 2000

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Mechanic's Tale
• Publisher: Orion
• Publication Date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0752827839
• ISBN 13: 9780752827834
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: very_good

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Synopsis

A fascinating insider's look at life behind-the-scenes at Formula One.

'An essential read' AUTOSPORT

'A must for the real inside story' FORMULA 1 RACING

'Recommended for anyone interested in F1 on the inside' MOTORING NEWS

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.

About the Author

Grand Prix mechanic turned author, columnist, editor and television broadcaster, Steve Matchett is an exceptionally rare commodity - a commentator of genuine insight; a man that has prepared world championship-winning machinery with his own hands. Standing alongside Ross Brawn and Michael Schumacher, Matchett worked the pit lanes of the world's most challenging sport throughout all of Benetton's glory years. He is currently a contributor to F1 Racing magazine and technical analyst to North America's SPEED Channel, a key member of their broadcasting team. He is the author of Life in the Fast Lane, The Mechanic's Tale and The Chariot Makers, all of which have been highly praised.