Formula 1 is the zenith of automotive performance, where drivers can explore the limits of highly stressed performance cars and their bodies. Even during training, the drivers regularly spend several hours on the simulator in the run-up to the race weekend. It stands to reason that their personal cars will be on par. The action and skill of the Formula 1 series understandably flow into every area of their lives.
In fact, most drivers have to return to the gym within 48 hours of their country grand prix and prepare for their subsequent events. They also need to have a significant technical understanding of cars, so most likely they will be car enthusiasts and be attracted to certain brands. That may come from the teams they compete for, as the automobile brands they support sometimes make flagship cars available to racers as a marketing statement. Other drivers, on the other hand, prefer the darkness of everyday life when they are not on the track. The following list shows some prolific racers and the cars they drive when out of the clock.
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Max Verst -pen: Aston Martin Vantage
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Verst -pen has always been a fan of Aston Martin, considering he also owns a DB11 and DBS Superleggera. It could also have something to do with Aston Martin being one of Red Bull’s main sponsors. The Vantage Verst -pen has a 510 hp twin-turbo V8 engine.
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Its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 can sprint to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds. The Vantage combines thoroughbred performance with comfort and efficiency as fuel economy is a modest 25 miles per gallon.
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Valtteri Bottas: Mercedes C63 AMG
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Bottas is not only a Formula 1 driver for Mercedes, but also a car mechanic, i.e. an enthusiast in the truest sense of the word. No wonder he chose the Mercedes C63 AMG.
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The 6.2 liter V8 engine is rated at 450 horsepower and is rear-wheel drive so it is a little familiar with his racing car. The C63 is one of the most productive AMG models due to its performance and handling. The car can accelerate to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds and the top speed is 180 mph
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Lewis Hamilton: McLaren P1
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Everyone knows the seven-time Formula 1 world champion. After having worked for Mercedes for a long time, he acquired several super sports cars. Some of them are from Mercedes, but what stands out is the P1 hypercar.
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That’s because his Formula 1 debut was for McLaren in 2007 and he had good relationships with Mercedes even after he left. McLaren -parently developed its twin-turbo hybrid V8 for this car that produces 903 horsepower.
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Carlos Sainz Junior: Volkswagen Golf
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Sainz comes from a racing family as his father was a WRC icon in the 90s and early 2000s. So it is surprising that he would stand a Volkswagen Golf in the parking lot of his house. The former McLaren driver currently drives for Ferrari and it was thought that Sainz Jr would do something more exotic.
The Golf was his first car, however, and he stated that he still has it even after purchasing a McLaren 720s. Sainz claimed that he couldn’t ask for much more than a car like this.
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Fernando Alonso: Maserati GranCabrio
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The two-time champion Fernando Alonso is a Formula 1 veteran with flair. Although the Spaniard is currently with Toyota Gazoo Racing, he previously drove for Scuderia and McLaren so it was thought Alsonso was going to learn something Italian and he did.
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In 2010 he bought the new Maserati GranCabrio in dark colors. Like most extravagant sports cars, the 4.7-liter V8 GranCabrio delivered top performance to complement the craftsmanship. Alonso was also reportedly impressed with the GranCabrio’s space. Interestingly, it is the first four-seater convertible in Maserati history.
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Sebastian Vettel: Ferrari Enzo
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Vettel left Ferrari after the end of the 2020 Formula 1 season to join Aston Martin. Vettel has collected cars from BMW-Sauber and Ferrari in his career. He recently decided to sell the Ferraris in his collection, including his LaFerrari, Enzo and the F50 special series models.
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It is assumed that he would adopt Aston Martin models in their place. That being said, the Enzo, which is still in use, is the most valuable in the Ferrari collection. The 6.0 liter V12 supercar -parently only ran 1112 miles.
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Charles Leclerc: Ferrari 488 Pista Spider
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After more than a year of good driving performance in Formula 1, the young climber LeClerc received a 488 Pista Spyder from the team as a junior member. LeClerc’s debut season was marked by a win in Ferrari’s hometown, which earned him some goodwill.
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The 488 Pista is a 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8 with 710 hp. Its specific model has personal touches, such as the start number on the B-pillar. LeClerc’s signature is also embroidered between the seats in the interior.
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Kimi Raikkonen: Fiat 500
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After his victory in 2007, Ferrari provided Kimi with a specially designed Fiat 500. While it’s not the first thing people think of when it comes to Formula 1, the two-door hatchback is hugely popular due to its good handling and compact size.
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It was available in two different diesel engines and the power was set to 95 hp. This means that it only manages 60 miles per hour in 10.7 seconds. However, it is a sure thing that the Fiat Raikkonen has been modified a bit by Ferrari.
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Daniel Ricciardo: McLaren 675LT
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Ricciardo is a Formula 1 veteran who has driven for Red Bull, Renault and McLaren. The Australian racing driver has been a key figure in the sport for years and has a penchant for fast cars. His recent tour likely encouraged him to buy the sporty McLaren 675LT.
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The LT stands for Longtail after the nickname that was intended to keep the Formula 1 team competitive in the 1990s. The 675LT has an excellent reputation backed up by its 3.8 liter twin turbo and its 0 to 60 acceleration of 2.9 seconds.
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Nico Rosberg: Mercedes Benz 300SL
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Nico has the one Formula 1 title on his name after driving for Mercedes, so it’s not surprising that one of his coveted cars is a Benz. However, it’s fascinating that he went for the classic Pagoda 300SL. Because of the gullwing doors and the coupé body, it is a bit modern for its age.
The SL has a 3.0-liter in-line six-cylinder engine and is said to be the first racing-optimized production supercar that could reach 160 mph at a time when 100 was optimistic. The SL is, so to speak, the ancestor of the super sports car era.
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