🏁 F1 Memorabilia is the fast lane to alternative asset growth

🏁 The world of Formula 1 is more than speed — it’s heritage, drama, and raw passion. Now it’s also an asset class. With its global boom and surging collector demand, F1 memorabilia is becoming one of the most exciting investment categories in the alternative space. At Splint Invest, we’re proud to launch our F1 memorabilia offering and enable our base to be part of this fast growing market, sourced directly from the pitlane without 3rd party dealers in between.

Let’s explore why this isn’t just fandom — it’s a strategic move for long-term collectors and forward-looking investors.

🏎️ Why F1 Memorabilia? A Category That’s Racing Ahead

• Formula 1 is booming like never before:
  • According to Statista (2024), a record 6.5 million fans attended Formula 1 races across 24 Grand Prix weekends — a +9% increase vs. 2023, and +36% higher than pre-COVID levels in 2019.
  • Global fanbase surging thanks to Netflix’s Drive to Survive, with massive Gen Z growth in the U.S., Asia, and LATAM.
  • Explosion in race sponsorships and licensing, pushing the F1 brand into mainstream pop culture.
• When fandom rises, demand follows — and that’s where memorabilia takes off. From race-worn helmets and suits to car parts, signed gloves, and original trophies, the F1 collectibles market has become a magnet for investor-collectors who want passion and performance in one package.

💥 Auction Records That Speak for Themselves

These are the five most valuable Formula 1 memorabilia items ever sold — proof of just how serious this market has become:

• 🟨 Ayrton Senna – 1992 Race-Worn Helmet (Belgian GP)
  Sold for £720,000 (~$966,000 USD) in April 2025
  All-time record for any F1 helmet sold at auction
  RM Sotheby’s
• 🟥 Charles Leclerc – 2023 Monaco GP Race-Worn Helmet
  Sold for £262,700 (~$352,315 USD)
  Charity auction benefiting flood relief in Emilia-Romagna
  RM Sotheby’s
• 🟣 Lewis Hamilton – 2007 Canadian GP Race Suit
  Sold for £186,000 (~$241,000 USD) in December 2023
  Worn during his first career F1 victory
  Sotheby’s
• 🔴 Michael Schumacher – 1997 Italian GP Helmet (Signed)
  Sold for $114,800 USD
  Bell helmet worn during a key Ferrari race weekend
  Bonhams
• 🔵 Niki Lauda – 1975 Nürburgring Race-Worn Helmet
  Sold for ~$100,000 USD
  From his historic championship season
  Bonhams

📊 Market Performance & Growth Prospects: Data-Driven Confidence

• F1 memorabilia isn’t just visually compelling — it has shown strong historical returns and a promising outlook: 

• • Deloitte (2024): F1 memorabilia values grew over 30% between 2020 and 2023, reflecting rising collector demand.
  • Market Decipher (2024): Forecasts a 12–14% compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the broader memorabilia market through 2032.
  • Splint Invest Research: High-quality items like race-worn helmets and suits have delivered 8–15% annualized returns over the past decade.
• Despite macro uncertainty, memorabilia has demonstrated resilience due to low supply, emotionally engaged buyers, and increasingly global reach.

💼 Why Splint Invest? Risk-Managed Access to Trophy Assets

• At Splint Invest, we go far beyond sourcing hype pieces. Every asset undergoes modelling for:
  • Value at Risk (VaR)
  • Standard Deviation
  • Sharpe Ratio (ex-ante basis)
  • When data is limited, we stress test using the most relevant comparable.
• You’re not just buying a fraction of history, you’re accessing professionally managed exposure with insurance, secure storage, and exit strategy flexibility.

🪙 Introducing Matteo Macchiavelli – Splint Invest’s New F1 Memorabilia Expert

We are proud to welcome Matteo Macchiavelli to our expert team. Born in Bologna in 1980 and educated at UCLA, Matteo’s career has been as fast-paced and dynamic as the world of Formula 1 itself. A former GT Championship driver—competing alongside the father of current F1 rising star Kimi Andrea Antonelli—Matteo has lived motorsport from the inside.

Between 2005 and 2015, he established himself as both an acclaimed artist and fashion designer, building a unique creative network that later merged seamlessly with his lifelong passion for racing. His journey into the world of F1 memorabilia was a natural progression, cemented by his role as Official F1 Artist.

Today, Matteo stands as one of the most connected figures in the paddock, with direct access to investment-grade F1 memorabilia thanks to personal relationships across every team. His ties to Ferrari run deep, and he maintains close connections with former F1 legends and their families—including the iconic Ayrton Senna’s.

With Matteo on board, we can open the door to exclusive, high-value pieces rarely available to the public, sourced directly from the heart of Formula 1. His insight, network, and eye for collectible quality make him an invaluable addition to Splint Invest’s offering.

🧤 What Will You Own? Explore the Iconic Asset Categories

• 🪖 Race-Worn Helmets — From Senna to Verstappen, these tell the story of championships
• 👕 Suits and Overalls — Signed, sweaty, and scarred by competition
• 🧤 Gloves, Boots, and Underlayers — Personal pieces of racing history
• 🏆 Race-Used Components — Steering wheels, wings, and rare car parts
• 🖊️ Autographed Gear — Unique memorabilia with authentication

Each item is sourced with full provenance, photo-matching, and certificates of authenticity.

🏁 Ready for the Next Release?

F1 memorabilia merges nostalgia, scarcity, and growth potential in one thrilling package. At Splint Invest, we make these assets accessible with the same diligence and modelling we apply to fine art, wine, watches, and trading cards.

With historical resilience, expanding global fandom, and strong performance indicators, this is more than collecting — it’s smart investing.

Next release coming soon.