Bernie Ecclestone, the 94-year-old former Formula One chief, has sold his prized collection of 69 historic grand prix and Formula One cars for an estimated half a billion pounds. The sale was made to Mark Mateschitz, who aims to display the vehicles publicly. This transaction is highlighted as the most valuable in collector car history. The collection features iconic cars from racing legends and has drawn international interest. Despite recent personal legal troubles, Ecclestone maintains his decision to sell is rooted in passion, not necessity.
This sale of Bernie Ecclestone's historic grand prix and Formula One cars marks a record in the collector's car market, valued at around half a billion pounds.
Mark Mateschitz plans to open Ecclestone's extraordinary collection, including cars raced by champions, to the public, signalling a new chapter in automotive history.
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