In a novel providing, the Ferrari F2001b, which noticed victory within the 2002 Australian Grand Prix underneath Schumacher, will quickly function at Sotheby’s Sealed. This chassis, numbered 215, boasts a stellar file. It’s a uncommon F1 chassis that has constantly achieved podium finishes, showcasing it as a modern-era marvel.

One other latest Schumacher Ferrari F1 sale, the F2003-GA, fetched a powerful $14.9 million at Sotheby’s. This was double the prior file, with the F2001 mannequin attaining $7.5 million in 2017.

On the daybreak of the 2002 season, Schumacher piloted the F2001B for 2 grand prix races, commenting, “We want to use the brand new automotive quickly, however provided that it’s superior and reliable.”

That season started memorably. In the course of the Australian GP, an accident despatched Ralf Schumacher’s Williams-BMW hovering over Rubens Barrichello, Michael’s teammate. An eventful race unfolded, with Michael slipping to fourth however ultimately securing a win, 18.6 seconds forward of Juan Pablo Montoya. Reflecting on this success, Schumacher said, “I didn’t anticipate this win. Nevertheless, competitors will intensify in upcoming races.”

Ferrari’s crew principal, Jean Todt, nostalgically appears to be like again at this era of F1 supremacy, highlighting his collaboration with Schumacher. This F1 star then clinched third place in Malaysia after a contentious incident with Montoya. Responding to the race, Schumacher stated, “The race was thrilling. Racing entails such challenges, however it’s how we bounce again that issues. Our efficiency with the older automotive surpassed expectations.”

Concerning specs, the F2001b incorporates a 3.0-litre Gilles Simon-engineered Tipo 050 V10 engine. This powerhorse can generate almost 900 horsepower at 18,500rpm and has a mere weight of 1,323 kilos. This explicit Ferrari F1 mannequin stands among the many most coveted modern-era grand prix automobiles. Potential consumers may set sights on a uncommon 1957 Ferrari 250 GT LWB Berlinetta, accessible in separate on-line auctions.

Each these automotive masterpieces shall be showcased at RM Sotheby’s premier Monterey public sale from sixteenth to nineteenth August. Moreover, the F2001b public sale is scheduled on the Sotheby’s Sealed platform from sixteenth, 12:00 pm PDT to nineteenth August, 12:00 pm PDT.