Gear up, Formula 1 fans, because here’s something exciting: the McLaren 2026 F1 car is now up for sale even before it hits the track for its official debut! This car, built with cutting-edge technology, is already creating quite a buzz for its power, design, and McLaren’s usual flair for speed and performance.
When Is The Auction For The McLaren 2026 F1 Car
The auction for the McLaren 2026 F1 car is set for December 5, 2025, during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend, organized in partnership with RM Sotheby’s. The car for sale will be one of the new 2026 McLaren F1 cars that will be raced by either Oscar Piastri or Lando Norris. This unique chance will allow a collector or fan to own a piece of motor racing history long before the car competes in its first race.
However, the winning bidder will have to be patient because delivery of the car won’t happen right away. McLaren has confirmed the buyer will receive the car only in 2028. To keep the excitement going and the connection strong, the buyer will be offered a 2025 show car on lease until the main car arrives.
Not Just A Sale: A Full Experience
Beyond just owning the McLaren 2026 F1 car, they will also gain exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, UK, and VIP entry to team events. This includes the rare opportunity to get close to the team and its activities, a true dream for any F1 fan.
But the auction isn’t limited to just the McLaren 2026 F1 car. McLaren is also putting up for sale its 2026 IndyCar, which will be raced by Pato O’Ward in the Indianapolis 500, and McLaren’s first-ever 2027 World Endurance Championship Hypercar, built to compete in the famous 24 Hours of Le Mans. This trio of cars represents McLaren’s ambitious plans as they aim to achieve motorsport’s coveted ‘Triple Crown’, winning Monaco, Indy 500, and Le Mans, with this auction celebrating their rich heritage in all three events.
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown said this auction gives bidders a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a part of racing history and even experience life inside one of the most iconic teams in motorsport. With the car still under wraps and unchallenged on the track, this sale truly breaks new ground.
So, if you’ve ever dreamed of owning an F1 car before anyone else has even seen it race, this December’s McLaren auction might be your golden ticket. This is not just a car sale; it’s an invitation to be part of McLaren’s incredible journey into a new era of racing.
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