Renault - Formula One - 1980 - Flying suit

A very rare and exceptional official vintage Renault Racing driver’s suit, entirely made in Italy by Sparco, the historic industry-leading brand (Indumenti Protettivi Torino line). This garment is an authentic piece of motorsport history, perfect for collectors of automotive memorabilia and lovers of classic racing.
The suit features Renault team’s unmistakable color scheme, with a vivid racing-yellow upper section and gray pants/sleeves, enhanced by black stripes and reflective inserts. The garment is adorned with prominent, historically significant sponsors from the era on the chest and collar, featuring high-definition embroidered details:
• On the left chest: Large Renault logo with the historic slogan of the era, “Move today.”.
• On the right chest: Patches of historic technical partners elf and MICHELIN.
• On the collar: Sparco-branded safety closure with Velcro.
The suit is fully quilted with professional tailoring finishes, and features a practical two-way front zipper covered by a protective flap, front pockets set into the sides, an adjustable Velcro waist belt, and knitted elasticated cuffs/ankles for a secure fit.
• Brand: Sparco (Turin - Made in Italy)
• Team / License: Renault Racing Official
• Period: 1980s / 1990s - Vintage
• Size: IT 52
• Details: Original period logos and labels, embroidered historic sponsors, full quilting.
Exact measurements (taken flat):
• Shoulder to shoulder: 46 cm
• Armpit to armpit (chest width): 53 cm
• Sleeve length: 60 cm
• Total length (collar to ankle): 150 cm
Condition: Excellent overall condition for a vintage racing garment. The protective fabric is sturdy, clean, and free of tears or burn marks. The sponsor embroidery is intact and vivid, and the zippers and Velcro are in perfect working order. A display-worthy piece, or ideal for use at classic car gatherings, exceptionally well preserved.