- Daniel Ricciardo’s Aston Martin Valkyrie, chassis number 089, is scheduled to be showcased at Zoute Concours 2025.
- Finished in the custom Dichroic Dawn shade—nicknamed “Badger Blue”—the colour was chosen as a nod to Ricciardo’s famous Honey Badger persona.
- Showing only 160 kilometres on the odometer, the car has been carefully stored within Ricciardo’s private collection.
- Equipped with over £141,500 in custom options and supported by an extended warranty through 2027, this Valkyrie is as unique as it is carefully assembled.
When Adrian Newey designs a car, it’s never just about speed, and the Aston Martin Valkyrie proves that better than anything else he has worked on for the road. Created by the same engineer behind Red Bull Racing’s most successful years, the Valkyrie was built to feel as close to a Formula 1 car as possible while still being street legal. With only 150 coupés made, it was always going to be rare, which makes it even more fitting that one ended up in Daniel Ricciardo’s personal collection.
The car is powered by a Cosworth-built 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12, paired with a hybrid system that produces an incredible 865 kW (1,160 hp), a power output especially fitting for an eight-time Formula 1 race winner. Despite its performance, Ricciardo barely had the chance to enjoy it, as the car had covered just 160 kilometres since new. Most of its life has been spent stored away, which only adds to the appeal for the next owner.
Chassis number 089 was ordered with over £141,500 worth of bespoke options through Aston Martin’s Q division, making Ricciardo’s Valkyrie truly one of a kind. The standout feature is the striking Dichroic Dawn paintwork, commonly called “Badger Blue” in homage to Ricciardo’s Honey Badger nickname, complemented by matching roof details and wheel centres. Now heading to auction via Broad Arrow, the car is expected to sell for between €2.4 million and €2.8 million, roughly USD $3 million, giving collectors a rare chance to own a near-new Valkyrie with a strong Formula 1 connection.
What really brings Ricciardo’s Valkyrie to life is the way the materials and finishes have been carefully chosen to highlight the car’s engineering rather than hide it. Large sections of the exterior are left in exposed 2×2 twill satin carbon fibre, including the distinctive “clam veins” and the upper suspension shrouds, a bespoke specification that adds both visual drama and a raw, mechanical edge to the design. It is a detail-focused approach that reinforces just how close this car sits to the world of motorsport.
That exposed carbon is balanced by contrasting elements, such as the roof panel and engine cover, which are finished in a glossy carbon lacquer to catch the light and break up the darker tones. Subtle touches elevate the presentation even further, including the ultra-fine stainless-steel Aston Martin wings badge on the nose, a small but beautifully finished detail that feels almost jewel-like against the carbon bodywork.
Ricciardo also went all in on performance-focused upgrades, opting for the ultra-lightweight Magnesium Performance Wheels, a serious addition that cost around £40,000 when new and helps reduce unsprung weight. Combined with the Valkyrie’s full Inconel exhaust system, hinted at by its black tailpipes, the setup allows the naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 to breathe freely. Paired with a hybrid system developed with input from Rimac, the Valkyrie delivers a combined 865 kW (1,160 hp), with independent testing suggesting a 0–100 km/h sprint of just 2.2 seconds, numbers that underline its Formula 1–level intent.
The timing of Daniel Ricciardo’s Aston Martin Valkyrie listing has raised more than a few eyebrows. The car appeared on the market quietly, but it didn’t stay that way for long once Ricciardo himself added a layer of intrigue just hours later.
Soon after the listing went live, Ricciardo posted a cryptic message on social media, standing beside a Ford Racing logo attached to a Bronco Raptor and captioning it simply, “More around the corner…”. It was the kind of post that felt purposefully vague, providing just enough to trigger conversation without revealing anything.
Unsurprisingly, speculation arose almost immediately. Some see the post as a hint towards a possible return to motorsport, while others believe it could indicate a future collaboration with Ford Racing, especially as the brand continues to deepen its involvement in the off-road performance scene.
That idea closely aligns with comments previously made by Ford CEO Jim Farley, who has been vocal about his ambition to boost Ford’s off-road identity. “There’s no Porsche of off-road, and I’m shocked that people don’t think about that, and I’m very interested in that,” Farley said. Whether Ricciardo is connected to that vision or just closing one chapter before starting another, the sequence of events indicates this moment is about more than just selling a car.
