Justin Wilson

DOB: 31 July 1978

Birthplace: Sheffield, England

Justin Wilson, at 6'3 missed out on a place in Minardi in 2002 because he couldn't fit into the car! When his inclusion in the 2003 Minardi Team was announced there was quite a lot of speculation as to whether his height would prove to be a problem.

Justin shrugged off the idea of being 'too tall' for F1 and put in some solid performances for Minardi. Justin's unique 'Invest In Wilson' scheme where he sold shares in himself as a driver caused quite a stir and he easily filled his quota of £1.2m by 30th May 2003!

Justin was quickly rewarded with a transfer to Jaguar Racing in time for the German Grand Prix at Hockenheim.

Although his Height proved to be a real problem Wilson performed very well and we hope to see him in F1 again