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Mika Salo 1996 Signed Original Tyrrell Helmet Visor

Lot 132 | Memorabilia Online - Part 1

Estimate: $131 - $262
| Offered Without Reserve
Offered Without Reserve

Mika Salo 1996 Signed Original Tyrrell Helmet Visor

Lot 132 | Memorabilia Online - Part 1

Estimate: $131 - $262
| Offered Without Reserve
Offered Without Reserve
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Broad Arrow Auctions | Mika Salo 1996 Signed Original Tyrrell Helmet Visor
Broad Arrow Auctions | Mika Salo 1996 Signed Original Tyrrell Helmet Visor
Broad Arrow Auctions | Mika Salo 1996 Signed Original Tyrrell Helmet Visor

Mika Salo showed that when he had the right machinery he was capable of winning. In jut his second race for Ferrari subsituting for the injured Michael Schumacher he nearly won the 1999 German Grand Prix, only coming second as he had to cede position to Eddie Irvine to support his fight for the world championship. Also having raced for Lotus, Tyrrell, Arrows, BAR, Sauber and Toyota he had a varied career with many teams, whilst not matching his two podiums at Ferrari he did return to them for a very successful Le Mans Racing career with the marque. Winning the 24 hours of Le Mans in both 2008 and 2009.

This helmet visor was used by Mika during the 1996 Italian Grand Prix weekend, is signed by the driver and dated 97 Monza. Production stamped 6/6 on the side.

This lot is located in the United Kingdom.

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