Marussia at auction in spare parts
In an attempt to minimize their losses, Marussia's creditors have set up an auction of the defunct team's entire assets. They might interest a team like Haas.
If Caterham had launched a crowdfunding initiative to be in Abu Dhabi by offering some team items in exchange, today’s auction is much more drastic as it involves liquidating all of Marussia’s assets.
And according to information from the Guardian, some parts might interest Gene Haas, who is in the process of building his team for an entry in 2016: « We have the list of Marussia’s auctions. I think we are going to bid for a few items. We are talking about some of their transport containers, those kinds of things that are very specific to Formula 1. That would be really useful. »
Besides the containers, acquiring the team’s trucks could also be a great opportunity since the team will still need them, especially as it plans to have its racing team based in England but its research and development center will be located next to those of its Nascar team in North Carolina.
The premises could also be interesting since they are already sized for such a mission: « It is certain that we will have offices in the UK. We have considered a place in Abingdon and there are several others in this area. I think it’s possible that we will also look at the Marussia headquarters. »
On the other hand, it seems unlikely that the American will acquire the 2014 single-seaters, which in any case are not sold with Ferrari engines. Indeed, he has already signed a contract with the Scuderia for the entirety of his power unit, which guarantees him an integrated package with the improvements that will be made before his competitive debut.
For other interested individuals, it is possible to purchase some souvenirs, such as many merchandising items but also suits used by drivers and mechanics during the race.
Here is the definitive sign that the Marussia team will not be able to rise from its ashes, despite a season that saw it score its first points. It remains to be seen if Caterham will be able to finalize discussions with some investors who have shown interest in a potential takeover.
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