In a thrilling convergence of motorsports and American football history, a Formula One car and an NFL jersey, both carrying legendary significance, are set to headline an upcoming auction with multimillion-dollar estimates.
Lewis Hamilton’s Historic F1 Car
The 2013 Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 W04, driven by the iconic Lewis Hamilton during his inaugural victory for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, is anticipated to fetch between $10 million and $15 million USD. This car holds historical importance as it marked the beginning of the Hamilton-Mercedes dynasty, akin to iconic sports pairings like Jordan and the Bulls or Brady and the Patriots. The vehicle, symbolizing the pinnacle of Formula 1 success, will be auctioned at the Official Auction of the Las Vegas Grand Prix in collaboration with Wynn Las Vegas on November 17.
Shelby Myers, Global Head of Private Sales at RM Sotheby’s, emphasized the car’s unique status, predicting it to be one of the most coveted collectibles in the foreseeable future.
Tom Brady’s Last NFL Game Jersey
Tom Brady’s white Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey worn during his final NFL game on January 16, 2023, is poised to become one of the most valuable football jerseys ever sold at auction, with estimates reaching up to $2.5 million USD. Retiring at 45, Brady’s farewell jersey is a tangible reminder of his unparalleled legacy. Partnering with RM Sotheby’s, Brahm Wachter, Head of Streetwear and Modern Collectables for Sotheby’s, expressed the significance of showcasing a jersey of unparalleled importance on the auction stage in Las Vegas.
The current record for a football jersey at auction is held by Joe Montana’s San Francisco 49ers jersey, worn in Super Bowl XIX and Super Bowl XXIII, which sold for $1.2 million USD earlier this year.