
Tiff Needell
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- October 29, 1951 (age 75)
- Birthplace
- Havant, Hampshire, England
Biography
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.
Known For
Filmography

Lovecars: On the Road
TV · as Self · 12 eps

Journey to Le Mans
Movie · as Himself

Top Gear's Stars in Fast Cars
Movie

20 Cars That Changed The World
Movie · as Presenter

Fifth Gear
TV · as Self - Host · 267 eps

Top Gear
TV · as Self · 1 ep

Tiff Needell: Burning Rubber
Movie · as Himself

Tiff Needell's Buying A Used Car With Confidence
Movie · as Presenter

Dangerzone
Movie · as Presenter

Top Gear: Fast and Furious 2
Movie

Clarkson - Head to Head
Movie · as Himself
Mental Motorsport Mayhem
Movie · as Self- Host

Top Gear: Fast and Furious
Movie · as Self
Top Gear Motorsport
TV · 1 ep

Top Gear: Super Cars
Movie · as Himself

Ready, Steady, Cook
TV · as Self - Contestant · 1 ep

BTCC 1989 Review
Movie · as Commentary

Top Gear
TV · as Self - Host, Self - Presenter