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Perry Edward McCarthy (born 3 March 1961) is a British racing driver, who drove for the Andrea Moda team in Formula One in 1992, though never making it into a race, before moving into sportscars, including driving in the 24 Hours of Le Mans five times between 1996 and 2003.
Perry McCarthy is quite simply unique; ex Formula One driver, bestselling author & the original secret racing driver from BBC’s Top Gear.
Racing driver Perry McCarthy appeared in 22 Top Gear episodes as the black-suited, original Stig. McCarthy was cast as the Stig following a chance meeting with Jeremy Clarkson at the 2002 launch party for McCarthy's autobiography, Flat Out, Flat Broke: Formula 1 the Hard Way!.
Perry McCarthy was a British racing driver who competed in Formula One in 1992 with Andrea Moda, but never made it to a race due to financial and technical issues. He later moved to sportscars and participated in the 24 Hours of Le Mans five times, as well as other races and series.
Apr 26, 2022 · Perry McCarthy, the unluckiest man in motor racing, shares his story of overcoming challenges and setbacks to reach Formula 1. Read about his career highlights, accidents, oil rig days and more in this exclusive interview.
- Rob Widdows
Feb 14, 2019 · Download Perry's audiobook here. Perry McCarthy decided at the age of 18 that he wanted to reach the top of the world's most expensive sport. With no racing experience, no cash, and little going for him except a passion for speed, the exuberant Cockney shouldn't have stood a chance.
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Jul 18, 2019 · Perry McCarthy, the original ‘Stig’ from Top Gear is set to make his motorsport comeback in the ultra exciting TitansRX European Rally Cross Championship 15 years after hanging up his helmet due to injury.
