Karun Chandhok Announced As Official Heritage Driver for Williams

The 2016 Goodwood Festival of Speed is scheduled between June 23rd to 26th and will see 32-year-old Indian drive up the iconic Goodwood Hill steering the FW08C from 1983 as well as the FW13B from 1990.

Williams Heritage Division comprises of models from the first F1 season in 1977, until recent times

Speaking about his appointment Karun Chandhok said; "Williams is such an iconic British team, steeped in racing history so it's a real honour to be involved in its Heritage programme. So many of the Williams Heritage cars are pieces of racing history with great stories to tell, so to be offered the chance to get up close and personal and drive them - sometimes being the first person to do so in decades - is an incredible opportunity. I look forward to not only demonstrating the cars from time to time, but working with other Williams car owners to help them fully enjoy their experience of driving these pieces of F1 history."

Williams' Heritage division has been created to manage the team's collection of historic Formula One cars and includes models dating from Williams' first season in Formula One in 1977, coming up to the most recently recently retired models. Fans are in a for a special treat as the division showcases these classic racing cars at a selection of events throughout the year. The division also prepares a selection of cars for private sale.

Karun will act as a driver coach to customers of Williams Heritage

In-line with the other roles, Karun Chandhok will also act as a driver coach to customers of Williams Heritage who have purchased a running car and use the services of the division to run and maintain the same.

Jonathan Williams, Williams Heritage Director said "With a wealth of experience in a wide range of championships, including Formula One, GT, LMP1 and Formula E, Karun was the ideal candidate to be our Heritage driver. What's more, he has a real passion for motorsport history and is a font of knowledge when it comes to Formula One. The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a highlight of the motorsport calendar, always providing fans with a truly impressive collection of modern and historic cars. We are very much looking forward to taking part in the event once more."