Carol Hollfelder

Diamond Bar, Calif.
Age: 34 

2000: Competed in first four Speedvision GT races of her career in a Ferrari 355, earning a best finish of 26th at Lowe's Motor Speedway. 

Previously: Started competition career as an equestrian until a motorcycle injury left her paralyzed at 18. Began driving specially-designed race cars in 1998 with hand controls. With the help of paraplegic Formula One veteran Clay Regazzoni, learned her technique with a manual-shift car and began racing in the Ferrari Challenge with a car equipped with paddle shifters. Ran Ferrari Challenge in 1998 and 1999, also competing in SCCA Club Racing events in 1999. 

Personal: Born October 16, 1968 and is single. Is a graphic designer/tech writer. Enjoys reading science fiction and playing Dungeons and Dragons. Drives a Mustang GT on the street; favorite food is Mexican; favorite movie is Princess Bride and her favorite music is classic rock. Favorite tracks include Willow Springs and Laguna Seca and her racing heroes are Clay Regazzoni and Michael Schumacher.