The name Schumacher is synonymous with Formula One, so it’s no surprise that collectors are eager to get their hands on memorabilia connected to the legendary driver. Now’s your opportunity to build a pretty solid collection.
That chance comes thanks to RM Sotheby’s “Full Throttle – The Schumacher Collection” sale. The special auction features a curated selection of 150 artifacts from the racing careers of both Michael and Mick Schumacher.
Making it all the more impressive, the collection was assembled over a 30-year period by a single, dedicated fan from Japan. Featuring artwork, automobilia, and 75 lots of race-worn clothing and equipment, the collection has something for everyone.
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Naturally, the items that we’re all the most curious about are the most expensive ones. Three lots are tied in that respect, and all are helmets that the auction house estimates suggest could sell for between $40,000 and $60,000.
The first is the helmet that Michael Schumacher wore in 1994 (above), while he was racing for Benetton. That year bears the special distinction of having been the first that he won a Formula One World Championship title.
He earned that same accolade in 2001 with Ferrari, and one of the helmets he brought with him to the American Grand Prix (though he did not wear it) is also available as part of this sale (lead image). Oddly, the third helmet (below) is a replica of one he wore in 1991 during his debut season with Jordan-Ford. It is accompanied by miniatures, period photos, and an email from Arai, which manufactured the helmet in 1991.
While those are the most expensive lots, they are far from the only notable ones. The collection contains a wealth of other official and replica helmets, as well as race worn race suits, gloves, and shoes.
What may also be exciting for Schumacher fans is that there are some more reasonably priced items, too. For instance, there are baseball caps, water bottles, models, and other items that are expected to go for hundreds of dollars, rather than thousands.
If you’re a big fan of Michael or Mick Schumacher, or F1, you can check out the auction page here. Bidding is set to open on August 16, 2023, and close on Wednesday, September 6.
