IN PICTURES: Senna’s epic McLaren MP4 / 8-6 on display in ex-F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone’s study

In recent years, Formula 1 has spread its wings enough to gain worldwide recognition. This has resulted in a significant increase in the sport’s fan base, and numerous fans still yearn to see an F1 car in real life for the first time.

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How amazing would it be to run such a powerful car every day of your life? It would be a godsend! For most viewers, of course, the dream may seem a little too far-fetched. But certainly not for former F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone.

Ecclestone made himself felt in the paddock until his last day as Formula 1 CEO by showing up on the grid before Grand Prix events and taking a look at the cars lined up. Well, even after 4 years since retiring from the sport, he continues to enjoy the presence of an F1 car.

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Ayrton Senna’s F1 car in Ecclestone’s house

At an auction in 2018, the 91-year-old Ayrton Senna’s five-time Grand Prix winner McLaren MP4 / 8-6 for around 4.1 million euros. And since then there has been little news about this amazing purchase. So here’s something interesting that popped up after a rather quiet 3 years.

Ayrton Senna’s McLaren MP4 / 8-6, which ex-F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone bought for 4.1 million euros in 2018, can be seen behind glass in Ecclestone’s study. pic.twitter.com/7VHaSSgoC6

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Apparently the ‘Marlboro’ McLaren is now on display in Ecclestone’s house behind glass in the study. The car is in the wall, the floor is sloping towards the room and white lights keep the car as shiny as ever. Ayrton Senna’s helmet also rests on top of the left side pod of the car.

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Is the car in running order?

Well, pretty hard to say considering it’s been years since someone lit the Ford engine. However, if necessary, the car can be left on the track. Because behind glass is not only the body of the McLaren MP4 / 8, but a completely built car with a Ford HB engine and gearbox.

Ayrton Senna, South Africa Grand Prix, Kyalami, March 01, 1992. (Photo by Paul-Henri Cahier / Getty Images)

Not just any gearbox, but the gearbox with which Senna secured his historic 6th victory on the streets of Monte Carlo. Overall, this is a showpiece to have at home. So let’s hear it from you; Which F1 car would you most like to have on display at your home?

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