Ayrton Senna's legendary 1988 McLaren-Honda Formula 1 racing suit, worn during one of the most thrilling seasons in F1 history, is set to be auctioned by RM Sotheby's in Paris on February 4, 2025.
This particular suit holds monumental significance, as it was donned by Senna while he clinched his first drivers' championship, narrowly beating his teammate Alain Prost with eight wins to Prost's seven. The 1988 season saw McLaren-Honda dominate the circuit, winning 15 out of 16 races, making this suit a quintessential piece of motorsport history.
With an expected sale price between 40,000 and 60,000 euros, many anticipate that bids may soar even higher, especially among passionate F1 collectors. The suit is not just a piece of clothing; it symbolizes Senna's fierce rivalry with Prost and his emergence as one of the sport's greatest drivers.
For F1 enthusiasts, owning this suit means possessing a part of racing lore, with countless iconic images of Senna celebrating victories while wearing it. The auction promises to attract attention from deep-pocketed fans eager to showcase this extraordinary memorabilia.