Second Senna race car for Silverstone Auctions
Silverstone Auctions has done it again and secured another ex-Ayrton Senna race car for its Spring Sale on 16th May.
This time it’s the 1982 Ralt RT3 in which Senna got his first taste of Formula 3 glory when he drove it to an incredible first place finish in a post-season, non-championship event at Thruxton race circuit.
It turned out to be a sign of things to come as he went on to win the British Formula 3 Championship the following year before progressing in 1984 to his first season in Formula 1 for Toleman, which is the other ex-Senna car that Silverstone Auctions will be offering for sale.
Nick Whale, managing director, Silverstone Auctions, said: “To obtain one ex-Ayrton Senna race car for auction is amazing but to acquire a second one is a real coup.
“The Spring Sale is shaping up to be one of our most exciting events yet and promises to be a must attend auction for any serious motorsport enthusiast or classic car collector.”
This particular Ralt RT3, estimated at between £110,000 to £125,000, is also the car that Enrique Mansilla raced for West Surrey Racing to second place overall in the 1982 British Formula 3 championship. It has recently undergone a complete restoration at a cost of £75,000.
“The Ralt RT3 has a long and successful history in motorsport and this car is a unique opportunity to buy a piece of genuine Ayrton Senna history that can still be driven and raced internationally,” said Nick.
Indeed, it is presented with full FIA papers and in race ready condition, which is confirmed by the fact that it is due to take part in the famous 2012 Monaco Classic Grand Prix.
Nick confirmed: “The other ex-Senna car we have on offer is the Toleman TG184-2 Formula 1 car which he famously drove to second place in the rain-soaked 1984 Monaco GP.”
Meanwhile, other early entries for the Spring Sale cover a varied range of motorsport and classic road cars available for more modest budgets. They include a 1958 MGA 1500, estimated at between £10,000 to £15,000, and a 1970 Jaguar E Type 4.2 Series II 2+2 Coupe, estimated at between £50,000 to £60,000.
Those interested in submitting an entry into The Spring Sale, or any of Silverstone Auctions forthcoming events, are invited to call the team on 01926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com
Notes
Formed in 2011 as a joint venture between Nick Whale and Silverstone Circuits - Silverstone Auctions is a world-class, specialist auction house for classic cars, modern supercars, all types of competition cars, modern and historic motorcycles and automotive memorabilia.
The company holds the exclusive automotive auction rights for Silverstone circuit.
Auctions take place in The Wing, the circuit’s new £27 million building, which has space to display up to 100 auction vehicles and includes seating accommodation for up to 400 attendees.
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