About Vic Wilson
Lived 1931 – 2001 (aged 69). Vic Wilson was a British formula One driver and engineer.
Victor Arthur Wilson (14 April 1931 – 14 January 2001) was a British racing driver.
Born in Hull and raised in South Africa, Wilson participated in two Formula One World Championship Grands Prix, the 1960 Italian Grand Prix at Monza and the 1966 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps. In the former, he drove a private Cooper-Climax and retired just before half-distance, while in the latter he was entered in a private BRM but was forced to give his car to American Bob Bondurant before the race. He also participated in some non-Championship Formula One races.
After racing, Wilson worked as a motor dealer before dying in a motor accident at Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire.
‡ The car was driven in the race by Bob Bondurant.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Vic Wilson?
racecar driver (1931-2001)
When was Vic Wilson born?
Vic Wilson was born on 14 April 1931 in Kingston upon Hull.
When did Vic Wilson die?
Vic Wilson died on 14 January 2001 in Gerrards Cross.
What was Vic Wilson's occupation?
Vic Wilson was a formula One driver and engineer.
What nationality was Vic Wilson?
Vic Wilson was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Vic Wilson (racing driver)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Vic Wilson. https://biography.guide/vic-wilson-formula-one-driver/
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