Marc Priestley
Birthday: Born in 1976-10-06 in Bromley, London, England, UK
Deathday: Alive
Marc "Elvis" Priestley is a British television presenter, author, and former Formula One mechanic, widely recognized as the co-host of the popular automotive show Wheeler Dealers since 2020. Born on October 6, 1976, in Bramley, England, he earned the nickname "Elvis" during school due to the similarity of his surname to Presley. Priestley spent nearly a decade working with McLaren Racing in Formula One, serving as a mechanic, pit-stop crew member, and manager, collaborating with notable drivers like Mika Hakkinen and Lewis Hamilton. After transitioning from the world of professional motorsport, he became a media personality and motivational speaker, known for his technical expertise and insights into teamwork. In addition to Wheeler Dealers, he has hosted and contributed to various automotive and motorsport programs, including podcasts like Pitlane Life Lessons, where he shares his experiences from the high-pressure world of Formula One. Priestley actively engages with fans and enthusiasts through social media, maintaining a vibrant presence discussing motorsport, cars, and life lessons.
TV Credits
Wheeler Dealers
Character: Self - Presenter
Experienced car dealer Mike Brewer is joined by multi-talented mechanics in a monumental motoring mission: to find and restore iconic cars to later sell for a profit at their LA-based shop. In the series, Mike has the challenging job of finding vehicles that have money-making potential. He then hands them over to a mechanic, who tackles everything from bare metal re-sprays to gearbox swaps to bring them back to their former glory....
Wheeler Dealers: World Tour
Character: Self - Presenter
Fans are set to witness an adrenaline-fueled adventure as the cast gears up for a new escape around the world. The hosts appear repairing and testing dazzling motors in destinations like France, Italy, Germany, US and Australia. Some of the vehicles include a Lamborghini, Mini and BMW and a Polski Fiat 126. The series will capture the team's quest for the finest and most fascinating cars to repair....
Driving Wild
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