The iconic Ferrari 248 F1, on which the legendary racer Michael Schumacher competed in the 2006 Formula 1 season, was put up for auction. The auction is organized by the famous RM Sotheby's auction house in New York. This car became one of the most successful in the career of the seven-time world champion, bringing him a number of significant victories.
Formula 1 cars of the legendary German driver Michael Schumacher are for sale in New York. RM Sotheby's auction house has announced as a new lot the Ferrari 248 F1 that the Hürth native raced in the 2006 season.
Bidding will begin on Thursday, November 14. The 2006 season was the last for the seven-time Formula 1 champion as part of the Italian team, with which he spent 11 years. The car with chassis number 254 brought Schumacher five victories, allowing him to climb to the top step of the podium.
It was on this car that Michael set a new record for the number of pole positions, surpassing the achievements of his idol Ayrton Senna. The season was overshadowed by only two steps, but he added four pole positions and seven victories to the German's coffers.
An intense battle continued until the last race, but Michael Schumacher finished the championship in second place in the individual standings, giving up the title to the Spaniard Fernando Alonso.
