Throughout his career that ended in 2012, the legendary driver has achieved 7 championships, 91 wins, 155 podiums and 1566 points in the career. Of the 91 victories, two were at the wheel of this Ferrari F2001.
The auction, organized by RM Sotheby's, took place on November 16th in New York, and ended with a bid above 7.5 million dollars – almost six and a half million euros. Far above the expectations of the auctioneer who pointed to values between two and three million dollars less.
Chassis number 211 is one of the most iconic formula 1 cars of all time, having won two of the nine grand prix of the 2001 season, which led the legendary German driver to one of seven Formula 1 world champion titles.
One of the two grand prizes won, Monaco, is one of the most emblematic of the Formula 1 world championship. Interestingly, the F2001 that is now up for auction had been, until this year (2017), the last Ferrari to win the mythical race. .
The car is in full working condition and can be used, for example, in historic races. The new owner will not only have full access to the Maranello facilities, but will also have transportation to private track day events.
Ferrari and Michael Schumacher will always be the biggest names associated with the highest motor sport that is Formula 1. No wonder this Ferrari F2001 has achieved stratospheric collection value.
For now, it is the most valuable modern-era Formula 1 car ever sold at auction.
