Getting to Know: Marco Andretti!

August 29, 2006 Marco Andretti On August 27, 2006, third generation Indy Car racer Marco Andretti became the youngest winner of a major open-wheel racing event as he scored his first career Indy Racing League victory at Infineon Raceway. Not that he's unfamiliar with racetrack wins - his dad, Michael, is 1991 IndyCar World Series champion and he calls racing legend Mario Andretti Grandpa. So, what does this handsome young hot rod have to say for himself? Let's take a looksee...

Age: 19
Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Bethlehem, PA
My house is: a bachelor pad
The first thing I do every morning is: brush my teeth
My first kiss was: when I was 12-years old
I race cars because: I have a need for speed
A girl I date should be: outgoing
The first thing I notice in a girl is: her face
The fastest I've ever gone was: 240 mph
When I'm not racing, I like to: hang with friends
My regular car is: a BMW M6
My cell phone is: a Motorola
I exercise: daily
Lately I've been surprised by: my success
For breakfast, I usually have: granola
Heaven on earth is: a race win
For dinner, I like to make: reservations
I'll eat sushi, but not... mushrooms
My favorite article of clothing: jeans
My most prized possession: my collection of watches
When friends come over, we: watch a movie
My first financial splurge is/was: my BMW M6
Wackiest fan encounter: fan jumped in front of my street car
TV show I never miss Entourage
Before I die, I want to: win the Indy 500
The best perk of being famous is: all the great people I get to meet
Celebrity whom I'd ask for an autograph: Snoop Dogg
Dream car: Ferrari Enzo
When I fly I have to have... my laptop
computer People would be surprised that I: travel so much
Book I'm reading: Life of Aryton Senna (former Formula One champion)
Magazines I can't live without: Maxim
Favorite cartoon: Speed Racer
I was so excited when ___ came out on DVD Wedding Crashers
My iPod playlist: everything but country
I can't start my day without ___ a shower