$2,000,000 Häkkinen’s McLaren P1 Validation Prototype 3 (VP3) to be Auctioned in Monaco

Mika Häkkinen and 2013 McLaren P1 Coupé Validation Prototype 3 (VP3) © Bonhams|Cars

Mika Häkkinen, the renowned two-time Formula 1 World Champion and McLaren Brand Ambassador, is set to offer a unique piece of automotive history to the wealthiest car collectors in the world. Bonhams|Cars will present Häkkinen’s 2013 McLaren P1 Coupé Validation Prototype 3 (VP3) at The Monaco Sale ‘Les Grandes Marques à Monaco’. This event, scheduled for May 10, will witness the auctioning of this exceptional vehicle, making it the only Validation Prototype ever to grace such an occasion.

Among the select group of seven ‘VP’ (Validation Prototype) cars built, VP3 stands out as the lead vehicle in the project’s rigorous durability testing program. This McLaren P1, meticulously documented in a special booklet highlighting its pivotal role in the project and accompanied by test notes, is a testament to automotive engineering at its finest. The estimated value of this hypercar relic ranges between €1,500,000 and €2,000,000 ($1,620,000 to $2,160,000).

2013 McLaren P1 Coupé Validation Prototype 3 (VP3) © Bonhams|Cars

Having clinched consecutive Formula 1 World Championship titles for McLaren in 1998 and 1999, Häkkinen’s legacy is deeply intertwined with the brand. His return as a McLaren Brand Ambassador in 2017 further solidified this relationship. The P1, unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, boasted exclusivity with only 375 units slated for production, all of which were swiftly sold out.

This particular P1 holds special significance as Häkkinen’s inaugural McLaren, tailored to his exact specifications by McLaren Special Operations. Despite its age, the P1 remains a pinnacle of engineering prowess and performance. Its new owner will not only acquire a piece of automotive history but also receive an exclusive one-day driving and racing instruction session with Häkkinen at a location of their choice.

With Häkkinen’s illustrious career and personal connection to these vehicles, The Monaco Sale promises an unparalleled opportunity for automotive enthusiasts and collectors to own a piece of racing history intertwined with the legacy of a Formula 1 legend.

Bonhams|Cars prides itself on offering a multitude of platforms for buying and selling collector cars, ensuring a seamless and transparent experience for enthusiasts worldwide. With over three decades of experience as the premier automotive auction house, Bonhams|Cars stands as a beacon of trust and reliability in the industry.

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