1985 Lotus 97T Renault Turbo – Rear Sidepods (Ayrton Senna, Car #12)
Description: A rare and historically significant pair of rear sidepod assemblies from the legendary Lotus 97T, driven by Ayrton Senna during the 1985 Formula 1 World Championship season. These components form part of the car’s lower rear bodywork, positioned directly behind the side-mounted radiators and just ahead of the rear suspension.
Constructed in Kevlar-reinforced carbon fiber, each piece retains its original John Player Special black and gold livery, complete with KONI shock absorber sponsor logos and hand-applied chalk markings reading “97T #2 / 12 A.S.” — denoting the car type (97T), chassis number (#2 of 4 constructed for the 1985 season), driver initials (A.S.), and race number (12).
Both parts exhibit authentic race wear, with visible cracking, discoloration, and impact traces consistent with track use during the 1985 campaign — a season that marked Senna’s first year with Lotus and his first two Formula 1 victories (Portugal and Belgium).
The internal structure shows period-correct aluminum reinforcement panels and composite repairs, typical of in-season maintenance by Lotus engineers. These characteristics confirm the originality and use of these components on a factory-entered Team Lotus 97T Renault Turbo, one of the most visually iconic F1 cars of the turbo era.
Provenance:
Originate from Lotus chassis 97T/2, campaigned by Ayrton Senna in 1985.
Hand-inscribed markings correspond to known workshop identification conventions used by Team Lotus during the mid-1980s.
Retains period-correct patina and sponsor detailing.
Condition:
Original race-used state; not restored.
Surface cracking, heat staining, and edge wear throughout.
No structural repairs post-factory.
Dimensions: Approx. 110 cm × 60 cm each Material: Kevlar and carbon composite with aluminum reinforcement Notable Features: KONI branding; handwritten team markings; visible turbo-era construction; matching pair.
Significance: Authentic Lotus 97T bodywork from Ayrton Senna’s debut season represents a cornerstone of modern Formula 1 history. Items with clear provenance to Senna’s 1985 campaign are exceedingly scarce and highly sought after by collectors and museums alike.
Ayrton Senna Personally Worn and Signed Nacional Sponsor Cap – 1992 Season
An iconic Nacional sponsor cap personally worn by Ayrton Senna during the 1992 Formula One season. Hand-signed by Senna in gold marker with the inscription "Brasil", this exceptional piece was autographed following the Brazil Grand Prix held on April 5th, 1992. The cap remains in pristine condition and showcases a bold, clear signature—an outstanding collectible from one of motorsport’s greatest legends.
1994 Ayrton Senna personal Rothmans Sweater and cap signed
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A pair of official Rothmans Williams Renault team garments consisting of a team cap and sweater, both personally signed and dated by Ayrton Senna in blue marker. These pieces were used during the 1994 Brazilian Grand Prix, Senna’s first race with Williams after his historic move from McLaren.
The cap features the Rothmans Williams Renault branding with Senna’s autograph across the front panel. The sweater displays the prominent Rothmans, Renault, and Elf logos, with Senna’s signature on the chest.
Both items may be offered as a pair or sold separately, representing an exceptionally rare set of early Williams-era Senna memorabilia tied to his emotional homecoming at Interlagos.
🔹 Historical Context: 1994 Brazilian Grand Prix
Held on 27 March 1994 at Interlagos, the Brazilian GP was Ayrton Senna’s debut race for Williams. Starting from pole position, Senna carried the hopes of an entire nation but retired on lap 56 after a spin while chasing Michael Schumacher’s Benetton. Despite the disappointment, the race marked the beginning of Senna’s final F1 chapter and his short-lived but historically significant association with Williams.
🔹 Provenance
Rothmans Williams Renault cap – signed by Ayrton Senna in black marker.
Rothmans Williams Renault sweater – signed by Ayrton Senna in black marker.
Both pieces used during the 1994 Brazilian GP.
Can be presented as a complete set or sold individually.
1991 McLaren pit crew gloves signed by Ayrton Senna
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A rare pair of McLaren pit crew/mechanic gloves worn during the 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix, one of the most legendary races of Ayrton Senna’s career. The white cotton gloves, with McLaren team logos and grip pads, show signs of authentic race use.
Both gloves have been personally signed by Ayrton Senna in black marker, making them a highly desirable dual-signed set directly connected to his home victory at Interlagos.
🔹 Historical Context: 1991 Brazilian Grand Prix
The race, held on 24 March 1991 at Interlagos, marked Senna’s first ever Formula 1 victory in Brazil, achieved in front of his home fans. Despite gearbox issues that left him stuck in sixth gear in the closing laps, Senna delivered one of the most heroic drives of his career, crossing the finish line utterly exhausted. His emotional podium celebration, where he could barely lift the trophy, became an iconic moment in F1 history.
Senna’s win in São Paulo was a cornerstone of his 1991 World Championship season, where he secured his third and final title with McLaren-Honda.
🔹 Provenance
Authentic McLaren mechanic gloves used at the 1991 Brazilian GP.
Signed by Ayrton Senna on both gloves in black marker.
Significant historical link to Senna’s first home GP victory and one of his most celebrated races.
1993 Ayrton Senna wishbone Honda MP4 / 8 signed
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This framed collectible showcases an authentic suspension wishbone from Ayrton Senna’s 1993 McLaren MP4/8 A6, used during the Monaco Grand Prix—one of Senna’s most iconic races, where he achieved his record-breaking sixth victory at Monaco.
Component: Genuine front suspension wishbone
Car: McLaren MP4/8 A6
Engine: Honda (Ford-Cosworth HB V8 for 1993 season)
Race Used: 1993 Monaco Grand Prix
Driver: Ayrton Senna
Signature: Hand-signed by Ayrton Senna himself in silver marker on the wishbone
The artifact is beautifully mounted against a red McLaren background poster featuring a portrait of Ayrton Senna in his iconic Marlboro McLaren racing suit, holding his yellow “Nacional” helmet. Behind him are action images celebrating his dominance at Monaco. A stylized gold crown above Senna’s head symbolizes his “King of Monaco” status.
The bottom of the frame includes the car model designation:
McLaren MP4/8 A6
Accompanying the framed display is a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) issued directly by McLaren International Ltd. The certificate specifies:
Confirmation that the suspension wishbone is race-used from the 1993 McLaren MP4/8
Authentication by McLaren’s official heritage and memorabilia division
Signed by McLaren personnel, validating provenance and originality
The 1993 Monaco Grand Prix marked Ayrton Senna’s sixth and final Monaco win, a record that stood unmatched for decades. The MP4/8, though not the most dominant car mechanically, was noted for its advanced semi-automatic transmission and Senna’s unmatched skill in extracting its full potential on the tight Monaco circuit.
Owning a signed, race-used wishbone from this car represents one of the most coveted pieces of Formula 1 and Senna memorabilia, merging engineering history, legendary performance, and emotional legacy.
1991 Ayrton Senna McLaren MP4/6 Brake disk signed
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This authentic brake disc was mounted on the legendary McLaren MP4/6, the car that carried Ayrton Senna to his third and final Formula 1 World Championship. The disc was used during the 1991 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, where Senna famously secured the title.
The piece is hand-signed in white marker by Ayrton Senna, as well as Ron Dennis, who added the inscription “Championship 1991” to commemorate McLaren’s triumph. Presented in a custom McLaren display frame, it is accompanied by an official McLaren International Certificate of Authenticity, verifying its provenance.
🔹 Historical Context
1991 Japanese Grand Prix (Suzuka) Held on 20 October 1991, the Japanese GP was the penultimate round of the season. Senna only needed to finish ahead of his title rival Nigel Mansell to secure the championship. In a dramatic turn, Mansell retired on lap 10 after a mistake at the first corner, handing Senna the title. Demonstrating both dominance and humility, Senna allowed teammate Gerhard Berger to take the victory on the final lap, cementing his reputation as a racer who valued loyalty as much as success.
1991 Formula 1 Season The 1991 season marked the last title of Senna’s career. Driving the McLaren MP4/6 powered by a Honda V12, Senna won seven races and scored consistently against Mansell’s Williams-Renault. His mastery in both wet and dry conditions, combined with McLaren’s reliability, delivered his third World Championship after earlier triumphs in 1988 and 1990.
