Stirling Moss F1 Profile & Career Stats
Former Formula 1 Driver
Stirling Moss †
F1 career: 1951 - 1961
Driver Profile
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Height | 1.70 meter / 5 feet 7 inch1.70 m / 5'7" |
| Place of Birth | London |
| Date of Birth | Sep 17th 1929 |
| Date of Death | Apr 12th 2020: 90 years old |
| Season Entries | 11 (1951–1961) |
| Car Number | 20 |
Full Career Statistics
| Drivers' Titles | 0 |
| Grand Prix Entries | 67 |
| Grand Prix Starts | 66 |
| Total Points | 186.64 |
| Avg. Points per GP | 2.79 |
| Grand Prix Wins | 16 (23,9%) |
| Wins from pole | 7 (10,4%) |
| Pole Positions | 16 (23,9%) |
| Front Row Starts | 25 (37,3%) |
| Avg. GP Grid | 5.2 |
| GP Podiums | 24 (35,8%) |
| GP Fastest Laps | 19 (28,4%) |
| GP Points Finish | 35 (52,2%) |
| Avg. GP Position | 3.5 |
| Hat-tricks | 3 (4,5%) |
| GP DNFs | 31 (46,3%) |
| Total GP Laps | 3.560 |
Key Career Landmarks
Race
1951 Swiss F1 Grand Prix1951 SUI F1 GP 21 years, 252 days21y, 252d
1961 USA F1 Grand Prix1961 USA F1 GP 32 years, 21 days32y, 21d
1951 Swiss F1 Grand Prix1951 SUI F1 GP 21 years, 252 days21y, 252d1961 USA F1 Grand Prix1961 USA F1 GP 32 years, 21 days32y, 21dPole1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d
1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239d
1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239dWin1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d
1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323d
1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323dPodium
1954 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1954 BEL F1 GP 24 years, 276 days24y, 276d1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323d
1954 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1954 BEL F1 GP 24 years, 276 days24y, 276d1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323dFastest lap1954 British F1 Grand Prix1954 GBR F1 GP 24 years, 303 days24y, 303d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239d
1954 British F1 Grand Prix1954 GBR F1 GP 24 years, 303 days24y, 303d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239dPoints finish1954 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1954 BEL F1 GP 24 years, 276 days24y, 276d1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323d
1954 Belgian F1 Grand Prix1954 BEL F1 GP 24 years, 276 days24y, 276d1961 German F1 Grand Prix1961 GER F1 GP 31 years, 323 days31y, 323dWin from pole1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239d
1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239dHat-trick1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239d
1955 British F1 Grand Prix1955 GBR F1 GP 25 years, 302 days25y, 302d1961 Monaco F1 Grand Prix1961 MON F1 GP 31 years, 239 days31y, 239dF1 Career Finishing Positions
1st
16
2nd
5
3rd
3
4th
3
5th
2
6th
1
8th
3
9th
2
10th
1
13th
1
DNF
31
DSQ
3
WD
1
DNS
1
DNF Did Not FinishDSQ DisqualifiedWD WithdrawnDNS Did Not Start
Performance Breakdown
Bio
Stirling Moss Biography
Stirling Moss wins the 1960 Monaco Grand Prix in a Lotus
Sir Stirling Moss, born on September 17, 1929, in London, England, was a British racing legend who enjoyed an illustrious career in the world of motorsports. This British race legend is called the greatest driver that never won a world championship. Moss drove 7 seasons in Formula 1 and won 16 races.
Stirling is a son of a dentist who was an amateur race driver and finished P16 in the 1924 Indianapolis 500. Moss was educated well by several schools. When he told his father he wanted to be a racing driver he told him that he only was allowed to race if he wear a crash helmet. In those days racers used cloth helmets.
Despite never winning a Formula 1 World Championship, Moss is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in the history of the sport.
Moss began his racing career in 1948, competing in various categories such as Formula 3, sports cars, and touring cars. His talent and skill quickly caught the attention of motorsport enthusiasts and, by 1951, he had made his debut in Formula 1 racing with HWM (Hersham and Walton Motors). Moss's first F1 victory came in 1955 at the British Grand Prix, driving for Mercedes-Benz. Throughout his career, he raced for several top teams, including Maserati, Vanwall, and Lotus. [Internal link hint: Stirling Moss's F1 teams and career highlights]
Although Moss never won a World Championship, he achieved 16 Grand Prix wins and finished as the runner-up in the drivers' standings four times (1955-1958). Additionally, he won numerous non-championship F1 races and claimed victory in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1956. His versatility as a driver was evident in his success across different racing categories, including the famous 1955 Mille Miglia road race in Italy, where he set a record time that remains unbeaten.
Moss's racing career came to an abrupt end in 1962 when he was involved in a severe crash at Goodwood Circuit during the Glover Trophy race. He sustained life-threatening injuries and was in a coma for a month. Although he eventually recovered and attempted a comeback, Moss decided to retire from professional racing in 1963, realizing he could no longer perform at his previous level.
After his retirement, Moss remained active in the motorsports community as a commentator, journalist, and ambassador for the sport. He also participated in various historic racing events, delighting fans with his skill and charisma. In 2000, Moss was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to motorsports, and in 2006, he was inducted into the International Motorsports Hall of Fame.
Sir Stirling Moss passed away on April 12, 2020, at the age of 90, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in the world of motorsports. His incredible talent, sportsmanship, and determination continue to inspire generations of racing drivers and fans alike.
Cars
Seasons
Stirling Moss Final Championship Results
3rd
1961
3rd
1960
3rd
1959
2nd
1958
2nd
1957
2nd
1956
2nd
1955
13th
1954
20th
1953
84th
1952
31st
1951
Stirling Moss F1 Seasons Summary
| Year | Team | Engine | GP | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | Pod | Pole | Laps | FL | Avg Pts | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 |
Ferguson Team Lotus |
Climax Climax | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 445 | 1 | 2.33 | 21 |
| 1960 |
Cooper-Climax Team Lotus |
Climax Climax | 6 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 421 | 2 | 3.17 | 19 |
| 1959 |
BRM Cooper-Climax |
BRM Climax | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 400 | 4 | 3.19 | 25.5 |
| 1958 |
Cooper-Climax Vanwall |
Climax Vanwall | 10 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 391 | 3 | 4.10 | 41 |
| 1957 |
 Maserati Vanwall |
Maserati Vanwall | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 313 | 3 | 3.57 | 25 |
| 1956 |
Maserati |
Maserati | 9 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 464 | 3 | 3.11 | 28 |
| 1955 |
Mercedes |
Mercedes | 7 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 457 | 2 | 3.29 | 23 |
| 1954 |
Maserati |
Maserati | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 228 | 1 | 0.69 | 4.14 |
| 1953 |
Connaught Cooper-Climax |
Lea-Francis Alta | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 208 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1952 |
Connaught ERA ERA HWM |
Lea-Francis Bristol ERA Alta | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 193 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 1951 |
HWM |
Alta | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 40 | 0 | 0.00 | 0 |
Races
Wins
Podiums
Poles
Teammates
News
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Stirling Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
When did Stirling Moss start racing in Formula 1?
Stirling Moss started racing in Formula 1 in 1951.
Is Stirling Moss still racing in Formula 1?
Stirling Moss passed away in 2020. Last competed in Formula 1 in 1961.
How many Formula 1 races has Stirling Moss won?
Stirling Moss has won 16 Formula 1 races.
How many F1 podiums does Stirling Moss have?
Stirling Moss has finished on the podium 24 times in Formula 1.
When did Stirling Moss win their first F1 race?
Stirling Moss won their first Formula 1 race at the 1955 British F1 GP.
What nationality is Stirling Moss?
Stirling Moss is British.
Which teams has Stirling Moss driven for in Formula 1?
Stirling Moss has driven for HWM, ERA, Connaught, Mercedes, Maserati, Vanwall, BRM, Cooper-Climax, Team Lotus and Ferguson in Formula 1.
How many F1 races has Stirling Moss entered?
Stirling Moss has competed in 67 Formula 1 Grands Prix.
