Derek Bell's name became inextricably linked with that of Porsche during
his long and hugely successful career as a racing driver. In this new
276-page book, Bell collaborates with renowned motorsport author Richard
Heseltine to give the reader a very personal insight into his
experiences racing for the legendary German marque. The approach taken
by this latest publication from Porter Press International is to look at
every race Bell drove for Porsche, in detail and with revealing comments
from the book's subject. Light is cast on Bell's most prestigious
victories with Porsche - four of his five in the Le Mans 24 Hours, three
in the Daytona 24 Hours, two in the World Sportscar Championship - and
many more besides. Bell describes the Porsches he raced, from the
fearsome 917 to the iconic 956, 962, and 911. And he shares his thoughts
on the now-legendary drivers he raced with, including six-time Le Mans
winner Jacky Ickx, the famously flamboyant Hans Stuck, and two immense
talents who lost their lives to the sport, Jo Siffert and Stefan Bellof.
The overall effect is a fascinating trip back in time to a golden era
for Porsche and sports car racing as a whole.