Memento Exclusives brings F1’s 2026 vision to life!

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As Formula 1 prepares for its most transformative regulation shift yet, the official show car masters at Memento Exclusives – the company that also operates F1 Authentics – have pulled back the curtain on a design that is as much a technical marvel as it is a visual masterpiece.

This isn’t just a static model; it is a high-fidelity bridge to the next-generation machines of the sport, a template of sorts of what this year's cars will basically look like.

Built using genuine CAD data directly from the teams, these machines bring the "Nimble Car" philosophy to life with breathtaking realism.

For the first time, collectors and VIPs can experience "pit-stop ready" features, including reinforced front wings and authentic jack points that mirror the Sunday afternoon hustle.

From the heat-treated exhausts and carbon fiber components to the redesigned halo and functional steering, every inch of this chassis screams authenticity.

With new teams joining the grid and a fresh technical dawn on the horizon, the energy in the paddock is electric. As Memento Exclusives CEO Barry Gough notes, this is truly the most exciting time to be involved in F1.

“The new regulations coming into force and new teams joining the grid in 2026, make this the most exciting time ever to be involved with F1,” he said.

“The innovations we have made to our Show Cars for 2026 promise to deliver the most authentic experience ever.

Whether it’s the quick-release camlock nosecone or the intricate rear lighting system, this show car ensures that fans can "own the moment" before the first green light even drops in 2026. The countdown to a new era of speed starts right here!

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.