Posted on 01/21/2025 2:26:20 PM PST by nickcarraway
Lando Norris's £2 million Ferrari F40 after a dramatic crash in Monaco, showing visible damage to the rear bumper Credit : @istagram valveandpiston
Formula 1 driver Lando Norris is no stranger to speed and precision, but even he couldn’t avoid the spotlight this week after his rare Ferrari F40 had a moment of its own—spinning out and crashing on the streets of Monaco.
A Shocking Monaco spin: Lando Norris’s Ferrari F40 takes a hit A video making the rounds online shows the striking red Ferrari gliding through a curve before suddenly losing control. The car spun nearly a full 360 degrees, eventually coming to a halt against a metal barrier. The damage? A visibly battered bumper and scratched Kevlar bodywork, enough to make any car enthusiast wince.
Amazingly, the car was still drivable after the crash—a testament to Ferrari’s engineering. Reports suggest Norris himself wasn’t driving at the time, though the identity of the driver remains a mystery. Norris purchased the legendary Ferrari last year for an eye-watering £2 million, celebrating his first Grand Prix win in Miami. Since then, it’s been a regular in his collection, even spotted during casual outings.
For car lovers, the Ferrari F40 is more than just a car—it’s a masterpiece. Unveiled in 1987 to mark Ferrari’s 40th anniversary, it’s one of the most coveted supercars in the world. Powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V8 engine, it produces 471 horsepower and offers a thrilling yet challenging driving experience.
However, the F40 isn’t exactly forgiving. Its ’80s-era turbo technology means drivers can experience an abrupt surge of power—a feature that has caught out even the most seasoned enthusiasts. With only 1,315 ever produced, each F40 carries not just a hefty price tag but also a piece of motoring history.
This isn’t the first time a high-performance car has made headlines for the wrong reasons. Just last month, West Ham footballer Michail Antonio was involved in a serious accident in Essex, where firefighters worked for 45 minutes to free him from his wrecked Ferrari. And in Austria, a £6 million crash involving multiple luxury cars, including Ferraris and a McLaren, left car lovers across the globe shaking their heads.
Luckily, no one was hurt in those incidents—or in Norris’s recent scrape. However, these moments highlight the fine line between the thrill of speed and the importance of control.
What’s next for Lando Norris and his damaged Ferrari F40?
For Norris, this crash won’t tarnish his career, but it may make him think twice about where and how his prized Ferrari gets driven. As for the car itself, it’s likely headed for a specialised workshop to restore its showroom glory. Fans will undoubtedly be eager to see the F40 back in pristine condition.
At the end of the day, incidents like these remind us that even the most experienced drivers—and the most iconic cars—can face unexpected moments. For now, Norris’s Ferrari may be out of commission, but it remains a symbol of speed, style, and the occasional spin.
That will buff right out.
“That’ll buff right out!”
16 seconds, dude!
(((PING)))
I got some leftover Bondo. That stuff will fix any body damage.
“Lando” is a real name? I thought it was something George Lucas made up.
Was at the Monte Carlo Casino one evening, 10 parking spots in front, 9 Ferraris.
:)
Yup. A little Turtle Wax and you're back on the road
I was at a casino hotel in Las Vegas last week. We had to park our UHaul van in VIP parking because of the height. When we came out in the morning, every $100 VIP spot was filled. With vans and pickups.
No Ferrari or Bugatti’s.
So Lando needs some Bondo? lol
LOLOL
“I can fix it”
“My brother…has an awesome set of tools”………
“I can fix it”
- Jeff Spicolli
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You would sort of expect a F1 driver to not let any high performance car get away. Most must seem like a Priaps compared to his company car.
Unless a bit drunk......
A F40 is not all that fast any more. 0-60 in 3.7 sec, 1/4 mile 11.7 sec. A current lower end Ferrari 296 GTB is 0-60 in 2.3 sec, 1/4 mile 9.6 Sec.
The F40 is just very rare.
I saw a F40 once at a car dealership in Manama, Bahrain back in 1992. I did not check the price.
Maybe an used Pinto or a vintage Rambler station wagon?
There are no “hero switches” on the F-40. No traction control, no ABS, no ESP.
Nothing but pure driver skill to keep the shiny side up.
Or not.
But it wasn’t Lando. He’s in Dubai.
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