75 Years of Formula 1: A Monumental Live Auction at Escapade Silverstone

As Formula 1 celebrates an extraordinary 75 years of speed, legacy and innovation, Escapade Silverstone is set to host one of the most thrilling auction events in motorsport history.

Taking place live on the 3rd of July at 4:30 pm in the prestigious Briefing Room, this curated collection of rare and iconic memorabilia is a once-in-a-lifetime tribute to the legends and moments that have defined the sport.

The auction features 160+ exceptional lots that span the golden eras of Formula 1. These pieces are powerful symbols of performance, artistry and human achievement.
From race-used gear worn by the greatest drivers to bespoke artistic collaborations and iconic components of F1 machinery, each item offers an intimate glimpse into the soul of the sport.

Leading the collection:

DART Car x Mickalene Thomas, Zoë Helmet

With an estimated value between £110,000 and £150,000, this remarkable piece is a hand-painted, FIA-certified racing helmet worn by Zoë Barry and created by renowned artist Mickalene Thomas.

The Zoë Helmet is a striking fusion of high art and high performance, celebrating female excellence at the intersection of motorsport and contemporary art. Proceeds support the DART Car Project’s mission to elevate women in racing and the visual arts.

The Ayrton Senna F1 Artwork Show Car

Evocative and emotionally charged, is expected to fetch between £85,500 and £95,500. The Ayrton Senna Forever Show Car is a stunning hand-painted tribute to Ayrton Senna, created by artist Matteo Macchiavelli.

Celebrating three defining chapters of Senna’s career, Toleman, Lotus, and McLaren, this one-of-a-kind piece turns a Formula 1 car into a powerful work of art and remembrance.

Michael Schumacher 2004 Ferrari F2004 Unofficial Simulator Show Car

estimated at £55,000 to £60,000. This unofficial 2004 Ferrari F2004 simulator show car is a striking tribute to Michael Schumacher’s championship-winning machine.

Created for display and later used in a Marvel promotional campaign, it now features a fully immersive VR setup, removable components, and detailed styling, including mannequins in replica race gear, making it both a showpiece and an interactive experience.

From the modern era, Sebastian Vettel’s 2014 Red Bull Racing Suit from the Russian Grand Prix (£9,500 to £11,500) and Max Verstappen’s 2019 Red Bull Racing Suit (£17,000 to £20,000) illustrate the continued evolution of champions.

One of the most emotionally resonant pieces is the Lewis Hamilton 2008 McLaren Signed Race Used Gloves, elegantly framed with a signed photo. Estimated at £2,000 to £3,000, this item captures the beginning of Hamilton’s storied career.

Other standout lots include Pierre Gasly’s 2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Helmet (£13,000 to £15,000), Schumacher’s 1994 Promotional Bell Helmet (£7,500 to £10,000), and a Ferrari Hublot Large Wall Clock, an exquisite timepiece projected to sell for £5,500 to £7,500.

Also featured is the Max Verstappen 2016 Signed Visor, worn during his very first F1 win in Barcelona, valued between £3,500 and £4,500. Completing the collection is the Formula One Champions Edition Opus Book, a masterpiece of publishing priced at £2,200 to £3,000, encapsulating the stories of the sport’s titans.

Whether you are a passionate collector, a motorsport connoisseur or an admirer of greatness, this live auction at Escapade Silverstone promises an unforgettable celebration of Formula 1’s enduring legacy.

Each lot tells a story, each item carries history, and each bid will bring the roar of the circuit just a little closer to home.