Collectors & Aficionados
Reinhold Joest. A man defined by success
From driver to dominant team owner, Reinhold Joest's journey epitomizes motorsport success. With 15 Le Mans victories and a diverse car portfolio, Joest Racing's legacy continues in the ever-evolving world of racing.
As we’ve seen with the most victorious racing teams, like Roger Penske, they often have a creator and leader who has first-hand experience as a driver. Wasn’t this the case for Enzo Ferrari back in the 1930s?
The story of Joest Racing, originally founded in 1968 as a Porsche customer team and quickly achieving remarkable results under the guidance of driver and founder Reinhold Joest, certainly confirms this pattern. Class victories at the Nürburgring 1000 km, consistent podium finishes at Le Mans, the 1978 Sports Prototype Championship win with the 908/3, and the 1980 Daytona 24 Hours victory all serve as impressive credentials.
