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Auction of Michael Jordan's custom Ferrari

Overview

Michael Jordan’s custom 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello has resurfaced after being out of the public eye for approximately 24 to 25 years. The vehicle, featuring a Rosso Barchetta exterior and tan leather interior, was uniquely modified by Ferrari to accommodate Jordan’s height through modified seat rails and thinner padding. The car is noted for its historical significance, including its connection to Jordan’s fifth NBA championship and its influence on the design of Air Jordan XIV sneakers, which utilized quilted leather and side vents inspired by the vehicle.

Following its long tenure in a private California collection, the car was located by a Miami-based dealer in early 2026. It is scheduled for an online auction hosted by Joopiter from September 15 to September 30, with a pre-sale estimate between $700,000 and $1.3 million. As part of a ‘Driven to Greatness’ theme, the vehicle will be exhibited in New York City from September 15 to 20, alongside a game-worn jersey from the 1998 NBA Finals.

In connection to the vehicle’s design legacy, Nike has announced it will reissue the Air Jordan 14 Retro in the Forest Green colorway on October 31. This reissue of the 2005 iteration features a white leather base with dark green accents on the midsole, Jumpman badge, and suede heel.

Entities

Michael Jordan · Joopiter · Air Jordan · Tinker Hatfield · New York City

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Michael Jordan's Ferrari and Air Jordan 14 details head to auction and reissue

    Michael Jordan’s 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, which inspired the Air Jordan 14, is heading to auction alongside a planned reissue of the sneaker's Forest Green colorway.

  2. 6 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Michael Jordan's 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello resurfaces

    Michael Jordan’s custom 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, famously driven after his fifth NBA title, has resurfaced after 24 years. The unique vehicle inspired the design of the Air Jordan XIV sneakers.

  3. 9 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Michael Jordan's custom Ferrari to return to auction after 25 years

    Michael Jordan’s custom 1997 Ferrari 550 Maranello, missing for 25 years, will be auctioned by Joopiter this September with an estimated value of up to $1.3 million.

Sources

auto.everyeye.it · biznis.kurir.rs · hotnewhiphop.com · monacoinsider.com · news9live.com · newsmondo.it · periodismodelmotor.com · portalanalitika.me · sneakerbardetroit.com · viagemegastronomia.com.br

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