- Michael Schumacher claimed his fourth world title in 2001 at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- Power is provided by a 3.0-liter naturally-aspirated V10 with 825 hp.
- Other cars driven by Schumacher have sold for over $10 million.
A number of Michael Schumacher’s Formula 1 cars have hit the market in recent years, and unsurprisingly, they tend to command eye-watering prices. Now, another one has surfaced, and this particular car isn’t just collectible, it’s historic. Schumacher drove it to victory at the 2001 Monaco Grand Prix, one of the most prestigious races on the calendar.
The Ferrari F2001 was used throughout that year’s F1 World Championship and driven by Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello. Schumacher claimed nine race victories that year and secured his fourth world championship. The F2001 was an important car in Schumacher’s era of dominance.
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Not only did Schumacher win the Monaco Grand Prix in this very car, but he also secured pole position and a race victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix with it. It was this very race in Hungary where Schumacher clinched the world title.
The F2001 was designed by none other than Ross Brawn, together with other important figures in Formula 1, including James Allison. It was powered by a 3.0-liter naturally-aspirated V10 coupled to a seven-speed semi-automatic sequential transmission. Formula One cars at this time pumped out around 825 hp and weighed just 600 kg (1,323 lbs).
RM Sotheby’s is selling the car through its Sealed division. Unlike some F1 cars that are sold in non-running condition, this F2001 was overhauled by Ferrari itself in 2024 and earlier this year and is in perfect running condition. That means the next owner will be able to use it during the Italian marque’s exclusive Corse Clienti events held at racetracks around the world.
Because the sale is private rather than a public auction, the final price will likely remain confidential. Still, it’s safe to assume the car will fetch well over $10 million. If your bank account can absorb that kind of hit, the listing is available to view now over here. Happy bidding – just don’t expect a discount.
Photos Pawel Litwinski / RM Sotheby’s
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