Phil Booth – RIP

It is with sadness that we report the death of former World Champion and respected car designer Phil Booth.  Phil is best know for his work with British manufacturer Schumacher and his influence within the company shaped many of their past products.  He also gave them some of their greatest achievements on track including their first IFMAR World title with the building of the CAT XLS which won the sport’s biggest prize in 1987 driven by Masami Hirosaka.  With a true passion for RC cars, Phil was not just skilled car designer but also a highly competent racer and was one of the pioneers of the sport being crowned the second ever IFMAR World Champion when he won the 1:8 Onroad title in 1979.  Red RC would like extend our condolences to Phil’s partner Christine and all the racers who had the pleasure of working with Phil over the years.

Image: Schumacher R/C Racing [Facebook]