Lot 156
Ayrton Senna-signed 1:20 scale Tamiya model McLaren-Honda MP4-6, the top of its plexi-glass case be...
Ayrton Senna-signed 1:20 scale Tamiya model McLaren-Honda MP4-6, the top of its plexi-glass case bearing his marker pen signature, dated '93, the fully detailed, Senna-driven model mounted on a base, complete with its original Tamiya Collectors Club box; 28 by 18 by 13cm., 11 by 7 by 5in., sold with an Ayrton Senna-signed Christmas card featuring the legend 'May all your adversities be seen through your rear-view mirror in 1992', a change of Brazilian address notice and a letter of provenance (4) Ayrton Senna enjoyed the challenge of operating radio-controlled models as an aid to relaxation in between Grands Prix. His hobby led to a friendship with the vendor dating back to his time at Lotus.