Max Verstappen, the triple Formula 1 world champion, has again attracted attention, but this time not on the circuit. The Dutch driver caused a stir by giving his wife an extravagant birthday present: an Aston Martin Valkyrie, a hypercar with a price tag of no less than 18 million dollars. This exceptional gesture not only underlines Verstappen’s success and wealth, but also his preference for exclusive cars and his relationship with the Aston Martin brand, which has been playing an important role in his career for years.
The Aston Martin Valkyrie is not an ordinary car. It is a technical masterpiece, designed in collaboration with Red Bull Advanced Technologies and led by the legendary Formula 1 designer Adrian Newey. With a 6.5-liter V12 engine, combined with a Hybrid system from Rimac, the Valkyrie delivers an impressive 1,139 hp. The car weighs only a little more than 1,000 kilograms thanks to a bodywork made entirely of carbon, which ensures an unparalleled speed and maneuverability. With a top speed of 355 kilometers per hour and an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.6 seconds, the Valkyrie is one of the most exclusive and powerful street cars in the world. Only 150 copies of this hypercar have been produced, which makes the car even more desirable for car enthusiasts and collectors.
The story of Verstappen and the Valkyrie started in 2018, when he received a copy as part of his collaboration with Aston Martin and Red Bull Racing for his contribution to the development of the car. At the time, he made it clear in an interview with Supercar Blondie that he would not only leave the car in his garage in Monaco, but would actually drive it. “This car deserves to be ridden,” he said at the time. And he did that. Verstappen has been spotted several times while he tore through the streets of Monaco in his falconry, which even led to a small controversy in 2023 when he crossed a speed limit in southern France. Although the violation had no major consequences, it underlined his passion for speed, both on and next to the circuit.
The recent gift to his wife, however, marks a new chapter in Verstappen’s bond with this iconic car. Sources close to the driver suggest that this gesture is not only an expression of personal affection, but also a celebration of his unparalleled success in Formula 1. With three world titles to his name and a career that makes him one of the greatest drivers of all time, such extravagant gifts can afford. The choice for a Valkyrie as a gift also reflects his personal taste: a preference for performance, exclusivity and cutting-edge technology.
Although the value of 18 million dollars is an estimate that probably includes taxes and exclusive adjustments, it is clear that this gift attracts attention in the world of luxury and motorsport. In Monaco, where Verstappen lives, it is not unusual to see exotic cars, but a falconry remains a rarity. The cars limited production and high price make it a status symbol, even under the elite. The fact that Verstappen gives his wife such a gift emphasizes the glamor and the success that characterizes his life outside the race track.
For fans of Verstappen and car enthusiasts worldwide, this story is a source of fascination. It combines the allure of Formula 1 with the world of luxury hypercars. While Verstappen is preparing for the coming racing season, he not only continues to get the headlines with his performance on the circuit, but also with his choices outside. The Aston Martin Valkyrie, now in the possession of his wife, is a symbol of his triumphs and a reminder of the unparalleled status he has achieved in the world of motorsport.
This gesture will undoubtedly be discussed for a long time, both by fans and by critics. For now it seems that Verstappen is not only champion in winning races, but also in making unforgettable impressions.
