This Rock Legend’s McLaren F1 GTR Was Crashed Twice And Could Still Clear $35 Million
A 1996 McLaren F1 GTR formerly owned by Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason heads to auction, with projections suggesting it could exceed $35 million.
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The brief
A unique 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is scheduled to cross the auction block during the 2026 RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale. The vehicle, notable for its history as a race car, has been involved in two separate crashes.
Coverage from outlets including Sports Car Digest, Robb Report, Mansion Global, and Classic Driver highlights the vehicle's provenance linked to Nick Mason. Multiple reports emphasize that the sale price could exceed $35 million, potentially establishing a new record as the most expensive McLaren ever sold.
Observers are watching to see if the final auction results meet current market expectations. Documentation regarding the specific condition of the car post-repairs remains a focal point for prospective bidders.
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Quick answers
Who previously owned the McLaren F1 GTR?
The vehicle is identified as belonging to Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason.
What is the expected sale price of the vehicle?
Reports indicate the car could hammer for over $35 million.
What is the history of the car?
It is a one-of-a-kind 1996 McLaren F1 GTR that served as a race car and has been crashed twice.
Coverage (7)
- One-of-a-Kind 1996 McLaren F1 GTR to Cross the Auction Block Sports Car Digest · 1d ago
- 2026 RM Sotheby’s Monterey Sale (McLaren F1 GTR Announced) classic-car-auctions.info · 1d ago
- This rock legend's McLaren F1 GTR could hammer for over 35 million dollars Classic Driver · 1d ago
- One-Off McLaren F1 GTR Set To Become The Most Expensive McLaren Ever Sold Autoblog · 1d ago
- Pink Floyd Drummer Nick Mason’s Rare McLaren Could Fetch Over $35M at Auction Mansion Global · 1d ago
- Pink Floyd Drummer Nick Mason’s One-of-a-Kind McLaren Race Car Could Fetch Over $35 Million Robb Report · 1d ago
- This Rock Legend’s McLaren F1 GTR Was Crashed Twice And Could Still Clear $35 Million Carscoops · 1d ago
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