Ayrton Senna 1985 Lotus mini helmet, scale 1:2

Collectors mini helmet of Ayrton Senna, edition season 1985, his first season in the JPS Team Lotus Renault.

• Visor type: transparent
• Surface finish: glossy
• Interior: beige
• Hans attachment:-
• Openable visor: yes
• Packaging: colorful textile bag with helmet design and colorful paper box
• Scale: 1:2 (half scale compared to real helmet)

Helmet dimensions:
Height: 12 cm
Width: 13 cm
Length: 17 cm

Highlights of the 1985 season

The 1985 season was a breakthrough for Ayrton Senna as he made his debut with the Lotus team, driving the iconic black and gold Lotus 97T. This season he achieved several significant achievements:

• First win: Senna took his first career win at the Portuguese Grand Prix in Estoril. He dominated the race in rainy conditions, taking the pole position, the fastest lap and the victory, which is called a "hat trick".
• Another win: The second win of the season came at the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps.
• Pole positions: Senna won a total of 7 pole positions in the 1985 season, which confirmed his speed and ability to qualify at the highest levels.

Points of interest and unforgettable moments:

• Canadian Grand Prix record: Senna broke the record for the fastest lap at this track.
• Battle with Nelson Piquet: At the European Grand Prix at Brands Hatch, Senna was involved in a tense battle for pole position with his compatriot Nelson Piquet, which he eventually won.

These achievements and moments from 1985 show Senna's exceptional driving skills and his ability to excel even in challenging conditions.