David Leslie (racing driver)
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David William Leslie was a Scottish racing driver. He was most associated with the British Touring Car Championship, in which he was runner-up in 1999. He was particularly noted for his development skill, helping both Honda and Nissan become BTCC race winners. He was born in Dumfries, Scotland.
Leslie in 2003
Leslie (Mazda Xedos 6) chased by Joachim Winkelhock (BMW 318i) at Brands Hatch during the 1994 BTCC season.
Leslie driving for Honda at Brands Hatch in the 1996 BTCC season.
Leslie's Primera in the 1999 BTCC.
1999 British Touring Car Championship
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The 1999 Auto Trader RAC British Touring Car Championship featured 26 races across 13 rounds. It began on 5 April at Donington Park and concluded on 19 September at Silverstone. The driver's title was won by Laurent Aïello in his debut season driving for the Nissan works team, with his teammate David Leslie in second place. Reigning champion Rickard Rydell finished in third place.
Laurent Aiello won the drivers championship driving a Nissan
David Leslie finished 2nd driving a Nissan
James Thompson finished fourth overall driving a Honda Accord.
Matt Neal won the Michelin Cup for Independents and finished 9th overall driving a Nissan