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Derek Hill, a Santa Monica native, comes from an automotive family that has left their marks around the world. He is the son of America’s first World Driving Champion, Phil Hill. Derek is most recently known for his work as a precision driver/actor in GM’s launch of Cadillac’s new ATS. Derek pursued a career in motorsports for over ten years, taking class wins in the Daytona 24 Hours, Sebring 12 Hours, and many others driving for the factory BMW M3 team. He’s working on a film documentary about his father’s life and is a judge and MC at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance where his father won years ago. He’s an active vintage racer participating in the Le Mans Classics, Goodwood Revival, and the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion.
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SUCCESS QUOTES
“Always follow the north star of your life. Trust that gut feeling.”
CAREER CHALLENGE
Deciding to go race in Europe and learning to deal with overcoming a huge crash during a race at Brands Hatch.
AH-HA MOMENTS
After several months in his first year of college Derek realized he was in the wrong place and needed to get his racing career started right away.
FIRST SPECIAL RACE CAR
The Bugatti EB110C
BEST RACING ADVICE
“Calm. Cool. And collected.” – Phil Hill, Derek’s father
GREAT AUTOMOTIVE RESOURCES
Phil Hill – www.philhill.com
FAVORITE BOOK
The Architecture of Happiness – Alain De Botton
PARTING ADVICE
Go out and enjoy cars of any value. Get a car you don’t have to worry about the paint or the seats. One that has a lot of character and that you can have a lot of fun in.
HOW TO FIND DEREK
Phil Hill – www.philhill.com
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