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.
What the heck, that one is scratched. Time to buy another one.
Most expensive Ferrari is the 250 GTO from the early sixties. Also very rare. Current record price is from a 2018 private sale of $70 million.
may I have it Sir????
Across the street from the Casino de Monte Carlo in Monaco are car dealerships for all the expensive cars.
Bentleys, Ferraris and Lamborghinis are the norm. In the evening it is like a car show in front of the casino.
Many of the women in Monaco were topless, even when riding on public transportation. The sad part of it was that many of the topless women appeared to be elderly.
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Bondo and high speed tape - good as new.
Looks like a friend crashed it for him:
https://jalopnik.com/watch-a-reckless-friend-crash-lando-norris-ferrari-f40-1851744169
Let this be a lesson for us all: do NOT lend your Ferraris out to friends.
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