Historic Motor Racing Photos and Research

Historic Motor Racing Photos and Research The images posted are drawn from www.motoprint.co.za They are accurately researched, unusual and oft Contact David on email [email protected]

These photos mainly of South African motorsport have been taken at many venues from the early 1960s through to the mid-1980s and are being added to as two new collections obtained in early 2012 are processed. In addition to the over 15 000 images on the website, a library of reference material is available and research on South African cars, drivers and events is undertaken.

Isack Hadjar: Unleashing the VCARB at Monza.The path to a Formula 1 seat requires absolute precision, and during the 202...
02/06/2026

Isack Hadjar: Unleashing the VCARB at Monza.

The path to a Formula 1 seat requires absolute precision, and during the 2025 Italian Grand Prix weekend, Isack Hadjar showed exactly why he is one of motorsport's most anticipated prospects. This exclusive photograph captures the young Frenchman maximizing the performance of the Visa Cash App RB entry at Monza.

Sporting the eye-catching white, blue, and silver Racing Bulls livery, this print freezes a defining moment of Hadjar’s rapid ascent through the Red Bull ranks. It is a vital collector’s piece for fans tracking the future stars of the Grand Prix grid.

Help us complete the record: Were you trackside at Monza to see the future generation of drivers take the wheel? Share your memories of the 2025 weekend with us!

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01/06/2026
The New Era: Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes Debut. Every few years, a talent comes along that completely reshapes the grid. T...
31/05/2026

The New Era: Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes Debut.

Every few years, a talent comes along that completely reshapes the grid. This exclusive print captures Kimi Antonelli in his rookie 2025 season, carrying the weight of the silver star.

Seen threading the needle through the legendary, sun-bleached corners of Monte Carlo, Antonelli’s crisp silver-and-cyan Mercedes livery represents a historic changing of the guard. For fans of modern Grand Prix racing, this artwork is the perfect celebration of a superstar in the making.

Help us complete the record: Were you watching trackside when Antonelli made his debut? Share your first impressions of the young Italian with us!

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Red Dawn: Lewis Hamilton’s Historic Debut for Scuderia Ferrari. It was the transfer that shook the sporting landscape. T...
28/05/2026

Red Dawn: Lewis Hamilton’s Historic Debut for Scuderia Ferrari.

It was the transfer that shook the sporting landscape. This exclusive print captures the surreal reality of Lewis Hamilton clad in Ferrari red, bringing his unmatched legacy to the Tifosi. Navigating the intense media spotlight and the pressure of a nation's expectations, Hamilton's maiden season with Maranello marks a legendary milestone in Grand Prix history.

The breathtaking image showcases the striking contrast of his classic yellow helmet against the iconic red bodywork,a combination that instantly became a timeless collector's favorite.

Crowdsourcing Memories: Did you watch Lewis take his first steps on track in Ferrari red? Share your thoughts and reactions with us to help commemorate this legendary F1 chapter!

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Liam Lawson: Chasing Glory at Monza. The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is the ultimate test of low-drag precision, and in ...
26/05/2026

Liam Lawson: Chasing Glory at Monza.

The Italian Grand Prix at Monza is the ultimate test of low-drag precision, and in 2025, Liam Lawson showed exactly why he belongs at the sharp end of the grid. Photographed beautifully by Paolo D'Alessio, this exclusive print captures Lawson at one with the Red Bull Racing RB21.

Navigating the high-stakes, sun-drenched corners of Italy's most famous circuit, this shot captures a defining moment in the young New Zealander's career as he pushes the limits for the Milton Keynes squad. It’s an essential piece for fans tracking the next generation of Formula 1 superstars.

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Moving into modern motorsport brings a spectacular shift in tone, from the raw, mechanical privateer days of the 20th ce...
21/05/2026

Moving into modern motorsport brings a spectacular shift in tone, from the raw, mechanical privateer days of the 20th century national grids to the sleek, high-tech world of modern aerodynamics and global championships.

The 2025 Formula 1 season was a legendary year for Lando Norris, driving the dominant McLaren MCL39 to secure his very first World Drivers' Championship in a spectacular showdown against Max Verstappen and teammate Oscar Piastri.

The 2025 Formula 1 season will forever be remembered as the year Lando Norris fulfilled his childhood dream. Driving the incredibly engineered McLaren MCL39, Norris battled through a relentless, season, long campaign to clinch his maiden World Drivers' Championship in a dramatic final showdown at Abu Dhabi.

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Mannie Pinto: High-Speed Precision in the 1981 Sigma Series. The 1981 Sigma Series season at Kyalami was defined by lege...
19/05/2026

Mannie Pinto: High-Speed Precision in the 1981 Sigma Series.

The 1981 Sigma Series season at Kyalami was defined by legendary drivers and iconic machinery. This exclusive print captures Mannie Pinto at the helm of his Chevron B29, navigating the limits of the historic South African circuit.

Sporting the striking Total and Sigma livery, Pinto’s #18 car was a staple of the competitive formula fields of the early 80s. This photograph is a perfect tribute to one of the stalwart drivers of the South African national circuit.

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Welkom 1981: Backfire and Speed in the Sigma SeriesNothing captures the visceral energy of 1980s motorsport like a flame...
17/05/2026

Welkom 1981: Backfire and Speed in the Sigma Series

Nothing captures the visceral energy of 1980s motorsport like a flame-spitting exhaust on a fast corner. This exclusive print from the 1981 Sigma Series features a car at the Welkom circuit, caught in a moment of pure mechanical aggression.

The image offers a fantastic look at the exposed gearbox and wide rear wing that characterized the era's single-seaters. We are still identifying the driver and team for this entry, if you have any details or stories about this car please share them with us!

A fiery tribute to SA racing grit. Buy exclusively at motoprint.co.za

Kyalami 1981: McNicol and Tilanus Lead the Pack. Experience the intensity of the 1981 Sigma Series with this action-pack...
14/05/2026

Kyalami 1981: McNicol and Tilanus Lead the Pack.

Experience the intensity of the 1981 Sigma Series with this action-packed capture by Roger Swan. Leading the charge is John McNicol ( #14), showing the way for a competitive field that includes the hard-charging yellow #3 of Bernard Tilanus.

This print perfectly encapsulates the close-quarters racing and iconic liveries of South Africa’s premier formula series of the early 80s.

A centrepierce for South African racing fans. Buy exclusively at motoprint.co.za



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