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Lewis Hamilton Left in Awe After Test Driving Ferrari’s Blistering New F80

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Lewis Hamilton has seen — and driven — it all. But even for the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion, Ferrari’s new F80 road car delivered something extraordinary. After taking the wheel at Ferrari’s private Fiorano test track, the British motorsport legend emerged from the cockpit almost speechless.

“This is the fastest road car I’ve ever driven,” Hamilton said, visibly stunned by the vehicle’s performance. That’s no small statement coming from the man who once set records in the hybrid-powered Mercedes-AMG One on the Nürburgring.

Hamilton, who joined Scuderia Ferrari at the start of the 2025 Formula 1 season, has quickly immersed himself in the culture and legacy of the Prancing Horse. His enthusiasm for the F80 signals more than just a promotional gesture — it reflects a genuine appreciation for the brand’s engineering mastery.

“This is a whole new level,” he added after pushing the F80 to its limits on the demanding Fiorano circuit. Powered by the most potent drivetrain ever placed in a Ferrari road car, the F80 delivers extreme acceleration, cutting-edge aerodynamics, and unmistakable Italian flair.

Joining Hamilton on the day was teammate Charles Leclerc, who also couldn’t hide his admiration. According to sources close to the team, Leclerc is seriously considering purchasing an F80 himself.

Despite its eye-watering performance and limited production, the F80 is already a sold-out success. All 799 units have been spoken for — a testament to Ferrari’s enduring allure. Still, insiders hint that an exception might be made for Hamilton, who has only just begun his journey with the Maranello-based team.

For a driver known for chasing perfection on the track, the F80 seems to have struck a personal chord. As Hamilton’s new chapter with Ferrari unfolds, his growing connection to the brand may be just as thrilling as anything he does on race day.

Source: Ferrari via YouTube

Auctions

Lewis Hamilton’s 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is up for auction

In 2011, McLaren launched the MP4-12C sports car, which was available as a coupe and a retractable hard-top convertible. It was produced until 2014, and 3,400 units left the factory. One of them, the 2012 McLaren MP4-12C, is up for auction.

This MP4-12C was personally configured by one of the best Formula 1 drivers Lewis Hamilton. He personally participated in the development of the car and chose a Volcano Red exterior, carbon fiber elements such as the spoiler, diffuser and mirror housings, the Stealth Package, and five-spoke Satin Dark Grey wheels. The car is equipped with a MonoCell carbon fiber chassis and the ProActive Chassis Control suspension system.

The interior is Hamilton’s personal choice. It is upholstered in Harissa Red and Black Alcantara with a variety of satin aluminum accents and carbon fiber elements on the sills, wheel arch panels, and the backrests of the electric and heated sports seats. Even the steering wheel is modeled after a Formula 1 wheel.

As for the powertrain, the car is powered by a mid-mounted twin-turbocharged V8 engine, mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that sends power to the rear wheels.

The car has been well maintained by McLaren Monaco and rarely driven, showing just 8,938 kilometers on the odometer at the time of listing.

The auction will take place on May 25, 2025 and the car is estimated to fetch €175,000 – €225,000.

Source: Broad Arrow Auctions

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Lewis Hamilton's 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is up for auction
Tuning

HOF Sir Class – Lewis Hamilton

German tuning company HOF Manufaktur has unveiled a special car built for seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton. The project is called the HOF Sir Class, and is based on the Mercedes G-Class.

“This is a perfect creation, coinciding with the final season at Mercedes of one of the greatest drivers of all time, Sir Lewis Hamilton. The Abu Dhabi race marks the end of his great journey with Mercedes, and this car pays tribute to his career, which has exceeded all expectations and secured his place among the greatest F1 drivers in history,” HOF said.

The car is adorned with sleek lines, Petronas green accents, and Tiffany Green 1063 logos. The aerodynamically bold body is equipped with a carbon body kit, a carbon hood, new springs and shock absorbers, tailpipe trims in an exclusive ceramic design, a carbon-ceramic sports brake system, and forged 23″ H1063 wheels with a carbon cover. Inside, high-performance sports seats with hand-stitched Tiffany Green patterns, an F1-style steering wheel, lots of high-end Alcantara and Nappa leather, as well as HOF F1 graphic stitching on the headliner, adorn the cabin.

When it comes to the powertrain, the HOF Sir Class is powered by an upgraded 4.0-L biturbo AMG V8 engine with 1,063 hp (782 kW) and 959 lb-ft (1,300 Nm) of torque. The engine has been given forged aluminum pistons and stiffer connecting rods, more advanced turbochargers with modified compressor geometry, an aluminum airbox, an advanced fuel pump, a reinforced transmission, and special software. Also, the top speed has been increased to over 240 km/h.

Source: HOF Manufaktur

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HOF Sir Class - Lewis Hamilton