Passion with perspective
Richard Heseltine has been writing about classic and contemporary sports and racing cars for more than 20 years. As such, he has experienced everything from pre-WW1 leviathans to hybrid hypercars via all things in-between. His obsession with cars is matched only by his love of words. Below are a few appetisers; samples of what he has to offer.
“It’s hard not to come over all Johnny Jet Set and idly daydream of crushing continents in a single bound.”
Read about the
1969 AC 428
“I remember Ken Tyrrell telling me that signing for Ferrari was a mistake; that it would end my career.”
Read the
Derek Bell Interview
“It sounds more flatulent than choral at low revs but press the throttle that bit harder and… Oh. Dear. God.”
Read the
Ferrari Group Test
“I was flat out along the Mulsanne Straight when I saw flames in my mirrors.”
Read the
Richard Attwood Interview
“It’s hard to pull off nonchalant cool when you look like you’re wearing your car.”
Read about the
1948 Siata-Fiat 750 Spider Corsa
Since 2018, Richard has undertaken research projects for enthusiasts, collectors and auction houses.
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Original Research