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Top 5 Iconic Liveries in F1 Photograph: (X)
The legacy of Formula 1 started in the year 1950 at Silverstone in the UK. Over the years F1 has become a world sport with many big auto manufacturers like Mercedes, Ferrari, Honda, and Renault competing to become the world champions. Some manufacturers achieved perfection in creating the fastest cars on the planet. At the same time, they also created iconic garments that are still remembered by people whenever they talk about the brand and its achievements. Let's see the top 5 most iconic liveries in Formula 1 in the last 75 years.
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Here are the 10 best iconic F1 Liveries ever
5. Mercedes W11 (The Ultimate Silver Arrow)
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The iconic black liveried Mercedes F1 car is still remembered for its record-breaking win during the 2020 F1 season. It is called the 'Ultimate Silver Arrow' as Lewis Hamilton won his 7th world title by winning 14 races out of 17 during that season. The most special thing about the W11 is that it was the first time Mercedes had turned from a traditional silver to a full black theme. They wanted to make a cultural impact and supported Hamilton’s Black Lives Matter cause. Whenever you think of a Mercedes W11, you will remember Hamilton’s win at Silverstone with three wheels.
4. Red Bull RB19 (The Dominant Bull)
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The greatest-ever F1 car built in Formula 1 that displays pure domination and strength was the 'Red Bull RB 19' car that gave Max Verstappen his third Formula 1 title in 2023. Red Bull Racing crushed its rivals Mercedes and Ferrari with this iconic Navy Blue liveried car by winning 21 races out of 22 in that season. The Austrian manufacturer always had their F1 cars with matte navy blue liveries and this car remained the same. It also reminded us of the old-school livery of 2013, with which Sebastian Vettel won his fourth and final championship in New Delhi.
3. Williams FW14B (Brilliant blue)
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One of the iconic liveries used in Formula 1 was by the Williams F1 team during the 1992 season. The livery had Canon, camel blue with yellow and white stripes, making it more recognisable and iconic. It was driven by F1 legend Nigel Mansell during the year 1992. The car was powered by Renault and is remembered for its iconic sound of Formula 1. Mansell became the world champion that season by winning the title with five races to go. This car is one of the greatest cars built and the most beautiful liveried car in F1.
2. Ferrari F2002 (Lightning Red)
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Michael Schumacher’s Formula 1 legacy is built on Ferrari. The most important Ferrari car was the F2002. It is one of the greatest-ever Formula 1 cars that induced speed, reliability, innovation and dominance. The livery became the face of Formula 1 during the early 2000s. This car brought Schumacher his fifth Formula 1 championship, as he won 15 races out of 17 during the 2002 F1 season. It is also known for its innovative and revolutionary titanium gearbox, compact design, and roaring 3.0-litre V10 Ferrari engine.
1. McLaren MP4/4 (Forever iconic)
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If you remember Ayrton Senna, you’ll remember the McLaren car he drove and became a three-time world champion. During the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix, people erupted when they saw Lewis Hamilton drive the McLaren MP4/4 car in Senna’s home at the Interlagos circuit.
Even Hamilton was dazzled by the iconic car as he sat inside the cockpit and took it for a spin. It became McLaren’s brand image and whenever people talk about Senna or McLaren, the iconic white and red Marlboro Liveried MP4/4 powered by Honda will come into their minds.
FAQ
1. What makes an F1 livery iconic?
An F1 livery becomes iconic when it becomes a championship-winning car. Many cars are remembered as iconic due to their legacy of dominance and continuous race wins.
2. Which F1 liveries are fan favourites in 2024?
Fan favourite livery in the 2024 Formula 1 season was the McLaren MCL38, which was called ‘Papaya’. It's been a signature colour for the McLaren F1 team for many years.
3. Which 2024 F1 livery is the best so far?
McLaren’s 2024 car livery is the best out of all the liveries because of its papaya colour mixed with black and some touch of chrome elements. It attracted more fans and became the favourite car for many.
4. What is the most unique F1 livery ever?
According to us, the most unique livery in Formula 1 was McLaren’s iconic MP4/4 with Marlboro livery mixed with red and white. It can’t be recreated even by McLaren.
5. What is the most recognisable F1 livery of all time?
Ferrari’s iconic red livery is the most recognisable F1 livery of all time, as they never switched colours other than red. Fans easily identify Ferrari cars over others.