Bonhams’ Miami Auction Roars into the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium on May 3, 2025

Name: Bonhams’ Miami Auction Roars into the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium on May 3, 2025
Start: 2025-05-18T08:00:00+00:00
End: 2025-05-18T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Hard Rock Stadium

May 18 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Free

This is a 2009 Brawn GP Race Car to be sold at the Bonhams Auction Miami FORMULA 1 Grand Prix

On Saturday, May 3, 2025, Bonhams|Cars, in partnership with South Florida Motorsports, will host The Miami Auction at the Miami International Autodrome during the FORMULA 1® CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2025. The auction is scheduled to commence at 12:00 PM EDT.

This exclusive auction will feature a curated selection of over 35 modern and contemporary supercars, providing race fans and collectors with a unique opportunity to acquire exceptional vehicles against the thrilling backdrop of the Miami Grand Prix weekend.

A highlight of the auction is the offering of the 2009 Brawn GP Chassis 001/01, one of only three ever constructed.

This 2009 Brawn GP 001 (Chassis no. 001/01) Race Car

2009 Brawn GP 001 (Chassis no. 001/01): This is the first of only three chassis built by Brawn GP, the team that clinched both the 2009 Formula 1 Constructors’ and Drivers’ Championships in their debut season.

The 2009 Brawn GP race car is a significant piece of motorsport history, representing one of the greatest underdog stories in Formula 1. 2009 Brawn GP 001, this car features the innovative ‘Double Diffuser’ design, which played a pivotal role in its competitive edge during the 2009 season.

Driven by Rubens Barrichello, it achieved four podiums and nine top-ten finishes, including second-place results at the Australian, Spanish, and Monaco Grands Prix.

Brawn GP BGP 001 Jenson Button Winner Australian GP 2009

Notably, this chassis made its historic debut with a 1-2 finish at the 2009 Australian Grand Prix, propelling Brawn GP to secure both the Constructors’ and Drivers’ World Championships in its sole season.

Post-season, it was gifted to Jenson Button following his championship win and has since been part of his private collection. This chassis retains its original Mercedes-Benz power unit and is the only Brawn GP 001 offered for public sale, presenting a rare opportunity for collectors to own a piece of motorsport history.

Car Preview

Certainly! Here’s the extracted car information:

2009 Brawn GP 001
- Description: The car that helped make one of the greatest underdog stories in motor racing history.
1991 Ferrari Testarossa
- Location: United States.
- Reserve: Offered without reserve.
- VIN: ZFFSG17A1M0088976.
- Engine No.: 26441.
2021 Ford GT Mk II
- Description: Just 40 miles from new, never tracked.
- Location: United States.
- Reserve: Offered without reserve.
- Chassis No.: FPMMMKII044.

For more details, please refer to the official Bonhams|Cars auction listings.

Prior to the auction, a pre-sale reception will be held at The 72 Club, followed by the live auction conducted directly on the racetrack, with the iconic Miami Formula 1 podium serving as a dramatic backdrop.

Throughout the weekend, auction cars will be displayed around the campus, allowing race fans to appreciate these exceptional vehicles up close.

Please note, that all auction attendees must possess a valid ticket to the FORMULA 1® CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2025 to participate in the event.

Dates & Time

Preview and Auction Location

FORMULA 1® CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX 2025
Miami International Autodrome
Hard Rock Stadium
347 Don Shula Drive
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
www.f1miamigp.com

Early Viewing
By Appointment Only
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT
To schedule an appointment, contact: [email protected]

Public Viewing
For F1 Ticket Holders