Up to six of the current twenty Formula 1 drivers have passed through the ranks of the AlphaTauri team, known for being an incubator of talents. most formidable of the discipline. From legends like Sebastian Vettel to the current three-time world champion Max Verstappen, they were active in the ranks of the team, which today it is put up for auction, in collaboration with Catawikiuntil November 19, drivers’ memories who left their mark on the team.
Max Verstappen, who has his third world title, embarked on his journey to F1 in 2015 with Toro Rosso. That year he broke the record by being the youngest in history to score points in F1. Part of the auction is the equipment in which Verstappen wrote this racing milestone, from his 2015 racing suit and undersuit to his balaclava and shoes: unique relics, never seen on the market and now available to motorsports enthusiasts around the world.
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Additionally, not only can you purchase coveted Verstappen items from his debut season, but also treasures from other racing prodigies. Liam Lawson has been one of the surprises of this season, debuting as a rookie replacing Daniel Ricciardo. Considered one of the pilots to follow in the future, The racing suit he wore while scoring his first points is part of the auction. Carlos Sainz, Yuki Tsunoda, Daniil Kvyat, Jaime Alguersuari and Nyck de Vries also left their mark on the team. In addition to racing apparel from past seasons, car parts such as Pierre Gasly’s AT01 chassis pontoon, STR8 front wheel and STR11 complete front spoiler complete the item list. which will be auctioned to satisfy the wishes of fans.
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Among the galley of F1 parts that can be purchased, is the 2016 STR 11 show car, decked out in Verstappen’s colors. This modelsynonymous with Verstappen’s rapid rise, offers fans the opportunity to own a tangible emblem of the championship’s history.
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These articles, especially from Verstappen’s rookie year, represent not only racing history, but also potentially significant investments. As we saw earlier this year with the memories of Carlos Sainzitems can gain value quickly. Following the drivers’ growth on the track, the Spanish driver’s racing equipment and car parts were auctioned for double the price after his victory at the 2023 Singapore Grand Prix. With emerging talents such as Liam Lawson marking his debut, who knows what future value these devices will have, comments Marc Jans, Formula 1 expert at Catawiki.
With more than 80 unique items, A portion of the auction proceeds will be donated to the nonprofit Wings for Life Foundation.which is dedicated to finding a cure for spinal cord injuries.
