F1-75 at Silverstone: Legends, Cars, and History in Motion
Celebrating Racing History at Silverstone: Officina Caira Brings 36 Iconic Cars to the British Grand Prix
During the 2025 British Grand Prix weekend, Officina Caira proudly celebrated the golden era of motorsport by bringing 36 legendary Formula 1 and historic race cars to Silverstone, including 16 spectacular machines that roared to life on track throughout the event.
Renowned globally for its expert restoration and preservation of F1 history, Officina Caira invited fans to get up close to some of the sport’s most iconic cars and experience the sights, sounds, and stories that defined generations of racing.
Adding to the excitement, Heinz-Harald Frentzen signed the Caira Wall and spent time alongside fellow F1 greats including Damon Hill, Johnny Herbert, Martin Brundle, Ivan Capelli, Eddie Irvine, John Watson, and Martin Donnelly, turning the paddock into a reunion of legends.
Legendary Cars Running on Track
Among the standout cars thrilling the crowds were:
1960 Cooper T53-F2-8-60 — Driven by David Brabham in honor of his father, Jack Brabham.
1971 McLaren M19A
1973 Lotus 72E — A masterpiece of classic Lotus engineering.
1977 Lotus 78 — The revolutionary ground-effect pioneer.
1981 Lotus 88B — The radical double-chassis design.
1982 Arrows A4 — Two examples running!
1987 Williams FW11B — Part of Zak Brown’s personal collection.
1989 Arrows A11
1989 Jordan/Reynard F3000 89D — Celebrating the Jordan legacy.
1990 Leyton House CG901 — Piloted by Ivan Capelli.
1994 Jordan 194 #5, 1995 Jordan 195 #3, 2002 Jordan EJ12 — A tribute to Jordan Grand Prix.
1992 Benetton B192
1998 Minardi M198
Lovingly restored and prepared by the team at Officina Caira, these cars represent the passion, bravery, and innovation that shaped Formula 1’s most unforgettable eras.
Icons on Static Display
Beyond the live-action spectacle, fans were welcomed into Officina Caira’s exclusive hospitality area, where 20 more historic race cars were on static display — perfect for photos, stories, and reliving the magic of racing’s golden days.
Highlights included:
1991 Benetton B191
1976 McLaren M26
1989 McLaren MP4/5
2012 McLaren MP4-27
2011 Williams FW33
1964 Lotus 33 R11
1969 Matra MS80-02
A full tribute lineup of Jordan F1 and junior series cars, along with the 2008 BMW Sauber F1.08, 1990 Brabham BT59 (Spare), and more.
Honoring Racing Heritage
“We’re thrilled to share these incredible cars with fans at Silverstone. Every engine fire-up is a tribute to the drivers, engineers, and teams who pushed the limits of speed and innovation.”
— Silvano Caira, CEO of Officina Caira
Fans and media alike were invited to visit the hospitality area to admire these magnificent machines, capture memories, and connect with the Officina Caira team to learn more about the art of preserving racing’s past for future generations.
About Officina Caira
Officina Caira is dedicated to the meticulous restoration, preservation, and celebration of historic Formula 1 cars. With unparalleled craftsmanship and deep respect for motorsport history, we bring racing’s greatest stories to life, both on the track and beyond.
Here’s our photo gallery, featuring images by Olivier Nadrin and Getty Images, capturing the event from Thursday’s build-up to Sunday’s final run and show (a full weekend in 180 moments!). Relive every moment… And enjoy the view!
All photos are owned by Officina Caira and were taken by Olivier Nadrin and Getty Images, used with permission. All rights reserved. Vehicle images and content courtesy of Officina Caira.
