Rare 1983 DAP GP2 100cc Go-Kart Up for Auction

The vintage Italian-built kart features Ayrton Senna racing heritage.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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A 1983 DAP GP2 100cc go-kart is up for auction on Bring a Trailer. The vintage Italian-built kart features a tubular steel frame in red, a Parilla two-stroke 100cc engine, and racing heritage from Ayrton Senna's use of DAP karts in the 1981 Karting World Championship.

Why it matters

This rare 1983 DAP GP2 go-kart represents an important piece of motorsports history, as the DAP brand was used by legendary Formula 1 driver Ayrton Senna during the early stages of his career. The auction provides a unique opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to acquire a well-preserved example of this iconic Italian-made kart.

The details

The DAP GP2 kart is finished in a red tubular steel frame with chrome front and rear bumpers and nerf bars. It features a plastic fuel tank and floor pan, a red vinyl-wrapped seat, a three-spoke steering wheel, and 5-inch wheels wrapped in Vega slick tires. Power comes from a 100cc Parilla two-stroke single engine linked to a centrifugal clutch and drive chain. The kart also includes 'World Champion' and 'Team Senna' decals, as well as an Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI) certificate.

  • The DAP GP2 kart was manufactured in 1983.

The players

DAP

An Italian-based manufacturer of go-kart engines and chassis during the 1970-1980s, and the brand used by Ayrton Senna during the 1981 Karting World Championship.

Ayrton Senna

A legendary Formula 1 driver who used DAP karts in the early stages of his racing career, including during the 1981 Karting World Championship.

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What’s next

The 1983 DAP GP2 100cc go-kart is being offered at no reserve on Bring a Trailer, with the auction set to close on February 14, 2026.

The takeaway

This rare 1983 DAP GP2 go-kart represents a unique opportunity for collectors to acquire a piece of motorsports history, with its direct connection to the legendary Ayrton Senna adding significant value and appeal to this vintage Italian-built racing machine.