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Michael Schumacher’s Ferrari sets F1 record for after eight-figure sale
The 2001 Ferrari previously owned by Michael Schumacher has set an F1 record as the most expensive car driven by Schumacher to be auctioned.
The auctioned Formula 1 car was sold for $18.17 million (£13m) by RM Sotheby’s.
Schumacher secured victories in Monaco and Hungary on the F2001 during the 2001 grands prix.
The car sale happened before qualifying for the F1 Monaco Grand Prix.
Despite the high price, Schumacher’s 2003 Ferrari F2003 holds the record with a sale of $13.2m three years ago.
In Monaco, the sight of Schumacher’s classic Ferraris turned heads, recalling his achievements in 2001.
Schumacher is legendary in F1, having secured four driver’s championships and a place in history alongside Lewis Hamilton, who has equaled his record with seven titles.
