The Mechanic's Tale: Life in the Pit-Lanes of Formula One by Steve Matchett (Eng

Description: The Mechanic's Tale by Steve Matchett Essential reading for anyone interested in life behind-the-scenes at Formula One.A must for the real inside story FORMULA 1 RACING FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description 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. Notes Mechanics eye view of Formula One racing by an engineer who worked for Ferrari, BMW and Benetton, and alongside drivers Schumacher, Mansell, Prost and Senna. Follow up to Life In The Fast Lane and the very successful hardback edition. "A must for all petrolheads" Sunday Times. 32 pages of plates. Author Biography Steve Matchett has worked as a qualified mechanic for Ferrari, BMW and Benetton. He now lives in western France. Review A must for the real inside story * FORMULA 1 RACING *Every so often, in the endless stream of biographies churned out by the Formula One book industry, something different emerges. This is it. Recommended for anyone interested in F1 on the inside * MOTORING NEWS *An essential read * AUTOSPORT * Promotional Authors other titles inc. "Life in the Fast Lane" Long Description 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. Review Quote A top Grand Prix mechanics firsthand account of the personalities and performances that make or break a Formula One racing team, featuring 60 color photos. Promotional "Headline" Essential reading for anyone interested in life behind-the-scenes at Formula One. A must for the real inside story FORMULA 1 RACING Description for Sales People A Grand Prix mechanic gives his views of the key personalities and performances that make or break a racing team.Steve Matchett worked as a key mechanic for Ferrari and BMW, before joining Benetton in 1990. He participated in 100 Grands Prix for Benetton.He was part of the Benetton team that won the Formula One Drivers Championship with Michael Schumacher in 1994 and both the Drivers and Constructors Championships in 1995. Details ISBN0752827839 Author Steve Matchett Short Title MECHANICS TALE Language English ISBN-10 0752827839 ISBN-13 9780752827834 Media Book Format Paperback Illustrations Yes Year 2000 Imprint Orion Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Subtitle Life in the Pit-Lanes of Formula One DOI 10.1604/9780752827834 UK Release Date 2000-02-03 Pages 240 Publisher Orion Publishing Co Publication Date 2000-02-03 DEWEY 796.72092 Audience General NZ Release Date 2000-04-30 AU Release Date 2000-04-30 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1068698;

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