Lewis Hamilton acquires and restores a rare Ferrari F40
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 5:36 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Lewis Hamilton confirmed he has purchased a rare Ferrari F40 to add to his personal collection. The seven-time Formula 1 champion shared images of the vintage supercar undergoing an extensive restoration process, which appears to involve removing the engine. Hamilton described the vehicle as a childhood dream, noting he has wanted to own an F40 for as long as he can remember. This development follows reports that Hamilton previously sold his entire car collection. The driver continues to document the refurbishment progress as he works toward returning the vehicle to its original condition.
- •Lewis Hamilton announced the acquisition of a rare Ferrari F40.
- •The vehicle is currently undergoing an engine-out restoration.
- •Hamilton described the car as a long-held dream from his childhood.
- •The purchase follows the sale of Hamilton's previous car collection.
- 5:36 PMMotorsport.com — Lewis Hamilton reveals Ferrari F40 restoration project after selling entire car collection
"Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he has acquired a rare Ferrari F40, fulfilling a lifelong ambition of his. The seven-time champion shared the news alongside photos of the retro supercar undergoing what looks like an engine-out restoration. "My very own F40. This is the car of my dreams and has been for as long as I can remember," Hamilton wrote. "As a kid I dreamt of having one. When I ...Keep reading
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