About David Prophet
Lived 1937 – 1981 (aged 43). David Prophet was a British formula One driver.
David Prophet (9 October 1937 – 29 March 1981) was a British racing driver from England. He participated in two Formula One World Championship Grands Prix, debuting on 28 December 1963. He scored no championship points. He finished sixth in the non-Championship 1963 Rand Grand Prix.
Prophet was killed in a helicopter crash shortly after taking off from Silverstone Circuit on 29 March 1981.
Non-Championship Formula One results (key)
Complete British Saloon Car Championship results (key) (Races in bold indicate pole position; races in italics indicate fastest lap.) Year Team Car Class 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Pts Class 1970 Pierre de Plessis Chevrolet Camaro Z28 BRH SNE THR SIL CRY SIL3 SIL CRO15 BRH6 OUL BRH BRH 28th 10 5th
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Frequently asked questions
Who was David Prophet?
British racing driver
When was David Prophet born?
David Prophet was born on 9 October 1937 in British Hong Kong.
When did David Prophet die?
David Prophet died on 29 March 1981 in Silverstone.
What was David Prophet's occupation?
David Prophet was a formula One driver.
What nationality was David Prophet?
David Prophet was British.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). David Prophet. https://biography.guide/david-prophet/
MLA: "David Prophet." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/david-prophet/.
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