Actor

Tiff Needell

October 29, 1951 · Havant, Hampshire, England

Timothy Richard "Tiff" Needell is a British former racing driver and television personality, best known for his time in Formula 1 and for co-presenting the popular car show Fifth Gear. Born on October 28, 1951, in the UK, Needell began his racing career in the early 1970s and competed in F1 during the 1980s, driving for teams like Osella and Toleman. While he didn't achieve significant success in F1, he gained recognition for his versatility and technical skills. After his racing career, Needell transitioned to television, where he became a familiar face in the motorsport world, offering insights into cars, racing, and automotive culture.

Often works with

Jeremy Clarkson
2 titles together
Top Gear: Fast and Furious 2, Top Gear's Stars in Fast Cars

Full filmography · 5

Top Gear's Stars in Fast Cars
cast
2004
20 Cars That Changed The World
as Presenter
2002
Dangerzone
as Presenter
2001
Tiff Needell's Buying A Used Car With Confidence
as Presenter
2001
Top Gear: Fast and Furious 2
cast
2000