Ken Block Memorabilia Heads to eBay to Raise Money for Charity
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The late rally and stunt driver Ken Block was one of a kind. He left a Hoonicorn-sized hole in the world 15 months ago, and we're all still trying to recover. Today is Ken Block day – April 3, or 4/3 to correspond with Block’s 43 racing number – and eBay Motors is partnering with the legendary driver’s family to auction off some of his memorabilia for charity.
After Block's passing, his widow Lucy and her family set up nonprofit 43 Institute in his honor. Dedicated to opening doors to people who need a little help to launch their own brand or company, the 43 Institute is funded by companies like Mobil 1, Toyo Tires, Monster Energy, and others along with private donors.
This special auction, which eBay Motors is calling “From the Collection: Ken Block,” includes a selection of one-of-a-kind items from Block’s history. A few of the options up for grabs are wheels featured on the Hoonicorn in Gymkhana 10, the race suit from Ken’s 2015 Global RallyCross Championship campaign, and more.
“Ken was passionate about motorsports, action sports, creative arts and giving back to those communities. We founded 43 Institute after his passing to carry on his empowerment of others,” said Lucy Block, Ken’s wife, pro rally driver, and Block House Racing principal. “Opening our archives for the first time with eBay Motors and sharing a piece of his career with fans is the perfect way to honor his legacy.”
There will never be another Ken Block. I had the chance to interview him with his daughter Lia in 2021 when she was launching her own career at 15, and I'll never forget the pride on his face as he talked about her talent. Owning a Hoonigan bumper hanging on the wall in his honor sounds like a great way to support his legacy.
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