F1: Michael Schumacher Driven Ferrari 248 F1 to be Auctioned at Yas Marina Circuit in November
The Ferrari 248 F1 is famous as the car driven by seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher during his final season with Ferrari in 2006.
By Divyam Dubey
Michael Schumacher, the legendary Formula 1 driver, is closely linked with Ferrari. He made F1 history driving the Ferrari 248 F1, which played a key role in his final championship season with Scuderia Ferrari in 2006. Schumacher won five Grands Prix that year, with standout performances in the U.S., France, and Germany. This car marks the end of his Ferrari career, during which he secured eight podium finishes and left a lasting legacy.
Now, this historic Ferrari 248 F1 is up for auction. It comes from a private collection and includes Ferrari’s Classiche Red Book Certification and detailed historical records.
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Schumacher, a seven-time F1 world champion, shocked the motorsport world when he retired at the end of the 2006 season. He stayed involved with Ferrari as an advisor before making a surprising return to F1 in 2010 with Mercedes.
This Ferrari 248 F1, powered by a 2.4-liter V8 engine with around 750bhp and featuring complex aerodynamics, is expected to attract significant bids, potentially reaching record-breaking prices for F1 cars.
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The auction, hosted by RM Sotheby’s, will use a sealed auction format, offering a confidential and exclusive experience for buyers.
Even after his final retirement in 2012, Schumacher's legacy remains strong. Over his career, he won seven world championships, 91 races, 155 podiums, and 68 pole positions with teams like Jordan, Benetton, Ferrari, and Mercedes. This auction presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of motorsport history.
