Luigi Chinetti, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Luigi Chinetti

racecar driver

Date of Birth: 17-Jul-1901

Place of Birth: Jerago con Orago, Lombardy, Italy

Date of Death: 17-Aug-1994

Profession: entrepreneur, racing automobile driver

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Luigi Chinetti (July 17, 1901 – August 17, 1994) was an Italian-born racecar driver, who emigrated to the United States during World War II and became an American citizen.
He was a driver in 12 consecutive 24 Hours of Le Mans races, winning 3 times, and also won the Spa 24 Hours race twice.
He was the long-time American importer of Ferrari automobiles to the United States.