Nigel Mansell recently auctioned off a significant portion of his Formula 1 memorabilia, fetching £55,000, which was notably less than half of the estimated £117,000.
The former racing star put 55 items up for auction simultaneously, but the final total came to just £54,764.
The most valuable piece in the collection was a framed photograph titled “Four World Champions on a Wall,” featuring Mansell alongside fellow F1 legends Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, and Nelson Piquet. This signed photo sold for £5,040.
- Advertisement -
![Nigel Mansell's F1 memorabilia auction fetched £55,000, far less than the expected £117,000. Highlights included a signed helmet and a rare photo of four F1 champions.](https://whatsthejam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Nigel-Mansells-F1-memorabilia-auction-falls-short-fetches-55000-1024x768.webp)
Another notable item, a signed 1993 Arai helmet worn by Mansell at Donington Park in October 1993, was purchased for £3,600.
Mansell’s first-place plate from the 1987 San Marino Grand Prix fetched £2,700, while a framed McLaren race suit from 1995 went for £1,680.
![Nigel Mansell's F1 memorabilia auction fetched £55,000, far less than the expected £117,000. Highlights included a signed helmet and a rare photo of four F1 champions.](https://whatsthejam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Nigel-Mansells-F1-memorabilia-auction-falls-short-fetches-55000-3-603x1024.webp)
Among the more unique items, a signed bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne sold for £240, despite being open and empty.
![Nigel Mansell's F1 memorabilia auction fetched £55,000, far less than the expected £117,000. Highlights included a signed helmet and a rare photo of four F1 champions.](https://whatsthejam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Nigel-Mansells-F1-memorabilia-auction-falls-short-fetches-55000-6-1024x683.webp)
In an unusual turn, even Mansell’s old race undergarments were auctioned. The collection of unused long johns, socks, vests, and balaclavas was expected to sell for £500 but was bought for £240.
![Nigel Mansell's F1 memorabilia auction fetched £55,000, far less than the expected £117,000. Highlights included a signed helmet and a rare photo of four F1 champions.Nigel Mansell's F1 memorabilia auction fetched £55,000, far less than the expected £117,000. Highlights included a signed helmet and a rare photo of four F1 champions.](https://whatsthejam.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Nigel-Mansells-F1-memorabilia-auction-falls-short-fetches-55000-5-1024x842.webp)
The auction, held by RM Sotheby’s at Cliveden House in Taplow, near Maidenhead, Berkshire, took place on June 12.
- Advertisement -
A spokesperson for the auctioneers highlighted the diversity of the 55 lots, which included helmets, winner’s trophies, jackets, and race suits.
This event followed a highly successful 2023 auction where over 300 items from Mansell’s collection were sold, doubling the pre-sale estimates.
Nigel Mansell, who secured 31 wins and 59 podium finishes throughout his Formula 1 career, was crowned world champion in 1992.
- Advertisement -
READ MORE: Nightclub offering free drinks for every Tory who loses seat in General Election