53 STEVE CHAPLIN
Steve Chaplin
Steve Chaplin Beetle

 
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Age
45
Nationality
British
Lives
Maisemore, Gloucestershire
Occupation
Civil engineer
Car
Beetle RSI 3.2 V6
Sponsors

Complete Utilities

Prepared by
Power Station
Race career

An engineer by profession and a former rally driver and experienced motorcycle racer, Chaplin first contested the Volkswagen Racing Cup in 2004, taking in two races at the wheel of a Vento VR6. 2006 was his first full season with his Beetle RSi, claiming a best race finish of sixth. In 2007, 8th in championship; best finish second at Rockingham. 2008, 5th in championship with three seconds and three thirds. A racewinner at last in 2009: two victories, both at Rockingham, on his way to championship runner-up