The Jim Clark Museum needs your help

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A new Jim Clark museum to be built in Duns, in the Scottish Borders, needs your help. The Jim Clark Trust has launched a Crowdfunding appeal to raise money for the new site which will celebrate the life of the F1 legend.

The project already enjoys a selection of high profile backers, including Sir Jackie Stewart, Allan McNish, David Coulthard and Dario Franchitti.

In order for the project to be given the green light however, backers of the new museum have until 21 April to find around £250,000. So the clock is ticking.

If you wish to make a donation, visit the website for more information: http://jimclarktrust.com/the-new-museum/

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.