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Lewis Hamilton faced an unexpected outcome during the Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend, though not on the track.
One of the seven-time world champion’s early race cars, the 2006 McLaren-Mercedes MP4-21, was auctioned off at a surprising final price.
As Hamilton prepares to move to Ferrari in 2025, marking a significant shift in his career, the auction served as a nostalgic reminder of his early days in Formula 1.
After several challenging seasons with Mercedes that didn’t deliver a championship title, Hamilton is set to chase a record-breaking eighth world title with Ferrari.
Meanwhile, his legacy resurfaced through the sale of a car tied to the start of his F1 journey.
The MP4-21 was a pivotal car in Hamilton’s career, being one of the first vehicles he tested before making his Formula 1 debut.
Designed under the guidance of Adrian Newey in his final year at McLaren, the car holds historical significance.
It was also the first McLaren to be powered by the Mercedes-Benz FO108S 2.4-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, capable of producing 750 horsepower at an astonishing 19,000 rpm.
Auctioned by RM Sotheby’s, the MP4-21 had an initial valuation of £2.2 million to £2.7 million.
However, the final sale price fell short of expectations, with the car selling for $2.5 million, which equates to just under £2 million.
This unexpected result contrasts with the usual trend of Formula 1 memorabilia and historic vehicles fetching premium prices.
- While Hamilton’s attention remains focused on achieving new milestones in his career, the auction highlighted the enduring fascination with his past achievements and the cars that shaped his legacy.
- As the motorsport world anticipates Hamilton’s next chapter, this sale offered fans and collectors a unique piece of F1 history tied to one of the sport’s greatest champions.
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