RM Sotheby's 'High Speed: Paul Newman's Racing Legacy' sale

RM Sotheby's

RM Sotheby's - RM Sotheby's will be presenting 100 lots of automotive accoutrements from the estate of Hollywood’s "Cool Hand," racing legend Paul Newman, and his beloved wife, award-winning actress Joanne Woodward, all to be offered without reserve. Many of Newman's greatest victories on-track can be relived through race-worn fire suits, custom helmets, and championship rings. Also included are two race-inspired vehicles, including the famous Corvette-powered Volvo V90 "Volvette", custom-made for Mr. Newman by his race team.

Bidding opens May 31, 2023

A few sale items offered

1998 Volvo V90 "Volvette" RM Sotheby's

Early Open-Faced Bell Racing Helmet with Hand-Painted "P.L.N." Initials and Animal Designs RM Sotheby's

Owner's Cup 1991 Champion Paul Newman PPG Industries Trophy RM Sotheby's

1997 Legends Racing Car RM Sotheby's

2002 FedEx CART Champion Ring Inscribed to Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

2004 Champ Car World Champion Ring Inscribed to Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

Paul Newman's Team Gunnar Racing Suit by Sparco, Circa Early 2000s RM Sotheby's

Racing Suit with Three Stripes, Similar to Those Worn in 1969 Film 'Winning' RM Sotheby's

Hinchman Indianapolis Nomex Racing Suit, Embroidered "Paul Newman" and "OMS 0" RM Sotheby's

1991 PPG Indy Car Champion Ring Inscribed to Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

2002 CART World Race Champion Ring Inscribed to Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

Sebastien Bourdais/Newman Haas Racing Race-Worn Arai Helmet Circa 2005 RM Sotheby's

1993 PPG Indy Car Champion Ring Inscribed to Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

Bell Open-Face Racing Helmet Hand-Painted by Melissa Newman for Paul Newman RM Sotheby's

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