Archive for 2012
1950 British Grand Prix video
While watching the coverage of the Malaysian Grand prix on Sky F1 they showed a great video about the first FIA F1 Race at Silverstone 1950. While this video is not the same one I thought it was just as good and well worth sharing. If you find any great footage feel free to send…
Read MoreInteresting #f1 fact – Giuseppe Farina
This weeks interesting F1 fact is about Giuseppe Farina an Italian Racing Driver. Giuseppe Farina was the First FIA F1 World Champion winning the 1950 F1 World Championship while driving for Alfa Romeo. Farina won 3 races that year but was matched in wins by his legendary team mate Juan Manuel Fangio. Farina took the title thanks to a…
Read More#F1 memorabilia – Jim Clark Autograph
After tracking down a Graham Hill Autograph, I decided to find a Jim Clark one and come across this one http://www.brandesautographs.com/historical_en/clark-jim-5025122-autograph-signed.html It’s a great picture and clear Autograph but it will cost you €850.00 and has a Guarantee of Authenticity Certificate.
Read MoreAyrton Senna’s Birthday
Quick post to mark 3 time world champion Ayrton Senna’s Birthday – Ayrton Senna was born on 21st March 1960. Sadly Ayrton died at the age of 34 on 1st May 1994 from an accident during San Marino Grand Prix.
Read MoreIt’s not a classic #f1 car but #no7 – Bandini Maserati 1500
This weeks post was meant to be an Shelby Cobra but I came across the Bandini Maserati 1500 and couldn’t not post it. This car is fantastic looking and was raced in the 1950s. Car sold.
Read MoreClassic #F1 Car for sale – 1980 Shadow DN11
From the listing: Complete car (except engine) in need of restoration. Ran the 1980 F1 season, and participated in the famously defunct Spanish Grand Prix of that year. Held by the Shadow Team continuously. Please enquire for pricing and further info. Currently listed at http://vprace.com/carsales/shadow_dn11/shadow_dn11.htm Price not listed. The Spanish Grand prix in the 1980 was…
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