Great Read: Lost Sharknose Ferrari rides again

Derek Hill in the shadow of his Dad  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ View in browser View in browser ARTICLES MAGAZINE SHOP DATABASE SHOP ARCHIVE Lost Sharknose Ferrari 156 rides again June 2021 | Derek Hill Born on this day in 1927, Phil Hill was crowned F1 champion at Monza driving the Ferrari 156 – a race in which team-mate Wolfgang von Trips and 14 spectators were killed. This year marks the 65th aniversary of that Grand Prix. In today's Great Read, Phil’s son Derek Hill takes the wheel of a ‘Sharknose’ to experience what life was like for his father. The Ferrari 156 ‘Sharknose’ interrupted the British Formula 1 revolution led by Lotus and Cooper–BRM in the first year of the 1.5-litre engine regulations in 1961 and gave Maranello a potent, if brief, performance edge that my father Phil Hill, Wolfgang von Trips, Richie Ginther, Giancarlo Baghetti and others took full advantage of in that season 60 years ago. READ MORE SPONSORED Racing Revolution: Motorsport timed auction As the motorsport season gathers pace, our Racing Revolution: Motorsport Timed Auction brings together a carefully curated selection of rare and highly sought-after collectables, offering collectors a chance to engage with the sport beyond the circuit during the break in races.  Spanning multiple eras, teams, and technical innovations, the sale reflects the depth and evolution of F1 and motorsport - uniting race-worn artefacts, engineering components, and iconic memorabilia.  Among the standout lots is a limited-edition, signed Charles Leclerc 2025 Ferrari Bell HP77 helmet, alongside a Fernando Alonso used, signed helmet from his 2023 Miami Grand Prix podium weekend. Further highlights include a striking full-scale Ayrton Senna John Player Special Team Lotus sculpture and a remarkable recreation of Michael Schumacher’s 2004 title-winning Ferrari F2004, incorporating genuine race-used elements into a simulator show car.  Together, these pieces present a unique opportunity to build a collection that captures the spirit, innovation, and legacy of motorsport at its highest level. REGISTER & BID NOW F1 Pablo Elizalde 2026 F1 mid-season rules changes: what's been agreed and why Most changes will be implemented before the next race after several meetings READ MORE F1 Pablo Elizalde 2026 F1 mid-season rules changes: what's been agreed and why Most changes will be implemented before the next race after several meetings READ MORE MEMBERS' MEETING Dominic Tobin Jenson Button: his thrilling battles at the Goodwood Members' Meeting Jenson Button sprinted between practice sessions, demonstration runs and races at the 83rd Goodwood Members' Meeting — and his battles were only just starting as he provided thrilling entertainment throughout the weekend READ MORE F1 Pablo Elizalde Podcast: F1's 2026 relaunch - rule changes & engine upgrades unlocked There is a simple solution to F1's current issues, but it would also make the best drivers redundant READ MORE F1 Pablo Elizalde The obvious solution that F1 couldn't adopt to fix its 2026 problems There is a simple solution to F1's current issues, but it would also make the best drivers redundant READ MORE MEMBERS' MEETING Andrew Marriott Goodwood Members' Meeting: paddock snapshots from 2026 Images from the infield at the 83rd Goodwood Members' Meeting READ MORE Motor Sport Collectables Explore our best-selling collectables, selected for Motor Sport enthusiasts like you. Lotus 72 Pocher Model BUY NOW Porsche 917K Pocher Model BUY NOW F1 Retro 1980 by Mark Hughes BUY NOW Stirling Silver Motor Sport Cufflinks BUY NOW Brabham BT46  Scalextric BUY NOW Lotus 79 Scalextric BUY NOW Update your content preferences UPDATE NOW Connect with us We now accept © 2025 Motor Sport Magazine, All rights reserved. Motor Sport Magazine, 18-20 Rosemont Road, London, NW3 6NE. © 2025 Motor Sport Magazine, All rights reserved. Motor Sport Magazine,  18-20 Rosemont Road, London, NW3 6NE. Unsubscribe  |  Privacy Policy