Fancy buying a Lewis Hamilton-owned Mercedes Maybach?

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Online automotive marketplace Auto Trader just listed a car that shall assuredly draw a lot of interest as its previous owner was none other than Lewis Hamilton.

This Mercedes-Benz S Class 6.0 S600 Maybach was the four-time world champion's classy and luxurious ride back in 2015, and is currently for sale for £104,990 (around US$182,777).

One wonders what Mercedes gifted to its driver to entice him to part with the diamond white Merc Maybach?

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.