Officina Caira’s Historic F1 Cars at Spa 2025
Few places capture the soul of motorsport quite like Spa‑Francorchamps, and during the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix weekend, it became a time machine.
Officina Caira brought an extraordinary collection of historic Formula 1 cars, each one carrying the stories, scars, and spirit of an era gone by. From Thursday to Sunday, some of these beautifully restored machines thundered around one of motorsport’s most iconic circuits, their echoes rolling through the Ardennes forest and reminding fans why Formula 1’s past still stirs the heart today.
Globally renowned for its meticulous restoration and preservation work, Officina Caira gave fans the rare opportunity to get up close to some of Formula 1’s most evocative cars, machines that once defined entire eras of the sport. The sights, sounds, and stories surrounding these cars rekindled memories of decades past while inspiring a new generation of enthusiasts.
Cars featured at Spa‑Francorchamps:
1976 March 761 – Originally driven by Jean‑Pierre Jabouille / Lella Lombardi
1981 March 811 – Originally driven by Derek Daly / Eliseo Salazar
1982 Arrows A4 – Originally driven by Mauro Baldi / Marc Surer
1987 Arrows A10 – Originally driven by Derek Warwick / Eddie Cheever
1988 Euro Brun ER188 – Originally driven by Stefano Modena / Oscar Larrauri
1989 Euro Brun ER188B – Originally driven by Gregor Foitek
1989 Arrows A11 – Originally driven by Eddie Cheever / Martin Donnelly
1989 Arrows A11 – Originally driven by Derek Warwick / Bernd Schneider
1989 Dallara F189 – Originally driven by Andrea de Cesaris / Alex Caffi
1992 Fondmetal GR02 – Originally driven by Eric van de Poele / Andrea Chiesa
1995 Simtek S951 – Originally driven by Jos Verstappen / Hideki Noda
1995 Tyrrell 023 – Originally driven by Ukyo Katayama / Mika Salo
2000 Sauber C19 – Originally driven by Pedro Diniz / Mika Salo
2001 Jaguar R2 – Originally driven by Eddie Irvine / Luciano Burti
2008 BMW Sauber F1.08 – Originally driven by Nick Heidfeld / Robert Kubica
2011 Williams FW33 – Originally driven by Rubens Barrichello / Pastor Maldonado
Each car, lovingly prepared by the team at Officina Caira, represents not just engineering brilliance but also the passion and courage of the drivers who once pushed them to their limits.
Fans and media were welcomed into Officina Caira’s hospitality area, where they could admire the cars up close, capture memorable photos, and meet the team behind their painstaking restoration. It was more than an exhibition, it was a living, breathing tribute to Formula 1’s past.
Interested in owning a piece of this history?
Several of the cars showcased at Spa‑Francorchamps are available for sale, offering collectors and enthusiasts a rare chance to bring home an authentic piece of Formula 1 heritage. Explore our dedicated feature here →
About Officina Caira
Officina Caira specializes in the restoration, preservation, and celebration of historic Formula 1 cars. With unmatched craftsmanship and a deep respect for racing history, the team ensures that these machines continue to tell their stories on and off the track—keeping the spirit of motorsport alive for generations to come.
Our photo gallery, with images captured by Adrien Maurice from Thursday’s preparations to Sunday’s final run and show, captures the atmosphere and excitement of this special weekend. Relive every moment, and enjoy the view!
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All images featured in this article are the property of Adrien Maurice (photographer) and Officina Caira. They are published with permission and may not be reproduced, copied, or used for any commercial purposes without prior written consent.
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