90 Seconds with Nick Leventis
Nick started racing in 2004, finishing 2nd in the BMW LMA Euro Saloon Championship as well as achieving a class win and 6th overall in the first ever Britcar Silverstone 24 Hours.
He competed in the Belgian and Italian touring car series, gaining several podiums, two class victories at Spa and consecutive wins in the prestigious Vallelunga 6 Hour Silver Cup in 2006 and 2007. Nick also has a passion for historic racing – having raced a 246 Ferrari Dino, a Ferrari P3 with which he achieved a podium in the Legends race at Le Mans & the 1957 Aston Martin DBR1 which took back to back victories in the Roy Salvadori Trophy at the Silverstone Classic in 2006 & 2007.
What would you be if not a racing driver?
Skier or a career involving water sports.
Do you have any pre-race superstitions?
If my team mate Jonny Kane has a bad night's sleep it normally means a good result is awaiting.
What is your favourite racing circuit?
Le Mans
Who do you admire the most?
Of the modern era sports car drivers Andre Lotterer, blisteringly fast and a top bloke.
Favourite food?
I enjoy a peanut butter and banana sandwich after a stint!
Which other series would you like to race in?
Happy racing in the FIA WEC
What road car do you drive?
Mercedes S63 AMG
Most memorable racing moment?
First Le Mans win being hugged by Allan McNish on the podium having said to him at the beginning of the year that was my goal.
Do you have any tattoo's, if so what and where (be honest!)?
Too many to mention!!
