This four-year-old Japanese boy got a very special present this week – his very own Red Bull RB8, made for him out of cardboard by his mother.
Add your caption to the picture using the comments below and look out for a selection of the best in tomorrow’s Comment of the Day in the daily round-up.
See more pictures of the car here
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Kate Coady
25th February 2012, 10:40
Box, Box!
dirgegirl (@dirgegirl)
25th February 2012, 11:05
Perfect!
DavidS (@davids)
25th February 2012, 12:12
Agreed
robk23 (@robk23)
25th February 2012, 16:25
+1
Rocky (@rocky)
25th February 2012, 20:25
very Clever
Mark
25th February 2012, 20:56
Don’t know what your laughing at son I had to sell the house to buy you that “I’m a living in a box , I’m a living in cardboard box”
Aldoid
25th February 2012, 23:38
Best by far.
AndrewTanner (@andrewtanner)
26th February 2012, 11:58
Nice!
Master firelee (@master-firelee)
25th February 2012, 10:43
How to get outside ?
Dan Thorn (@dan-thorn)
25th February 2012, 10:44
There was confusion in the media room as news came through that Red Bull Racing had folded.
Bleeps_and_Tweaks (@bleeps_and_tweaks)
25th February 2012, 11:05
hahaha Nice!
Tango
25th February 2012, 11:55
Great one
Fer no.65 (@fer-no65)
25th February 2012, 13:50
LMAO. Best one!
sairuk (@sairuk)
25th February 2012, 23:32
lol, nice
F1George (@f1george)
25th February 2012, 10:46
Adrian Newey takes origami to a whole new level
Kate Coady
25th February 2012, 10:56
My favourite so far, very funny!
Master firelee (@master-firelee)
25th February 2012, 10:47
Redbull’s new package is proving to be cutting edge.
scribbler
25th February 2012, 10:47
Pass me the scissors im going to make a z-duct !!!
Bullfrog (@bullfrog)
25th February 2012, 10:47
He’s smiling now, but if you try to take pictures of the back of the car, he’ll set his dog on you.
necrodethmortem (@necrodethmortem)
25th February 2012, 10:50
Rumor has it the newly revealed RB8 was not the real thing yet.
ivz (@ivz)
25th February 2012, 10:52
Red Bull Racing have announced their next up and coming talent to join the Red Bull young driver development program.
necrodethmortem (@necrodethmortem)
25th February 2012, 10:53
lol, we both said the same thing at the same time!
ivz (@ivz)
25th February 2012, 10:55
That is soooooooooooooooo freaky! LOL
Great minds think alike :)
MJ4
25th February 2012, 17:07
Why not, The Finger is already there, they only have to work on the rest now.
necrodethmortem (@necrodethmortem)
25th February 2012, 10:52
Red Bull goes one step further with their young drivers program.
Chris Cameron-Dow
25th February 2012, 10:53
World’s fastest four-year old
Prisoner Monkeys (@prisoner-monkeys)
25th February 2012, 10:57
Helmut Marko: “If Sebastian damages his car, we’ll fi it with parts from Mark’s car. If Mark damages his car, we’ll fly in new parts from Japan.”
Prisoner Monkeys (@prisoner-monkeys)
25th February 2012, 11:01
Correction:
Helmut Marko: “If Sebastian damages his car, we’ll fix it with parts from Mark’s car. If Mark damages his car, we’ll fly in new parts from Japan.”
MEmo
25th February 2012, 14:53
a clever one! like it!
plutoniumhunter (@plutoniumhunter)
25th February 2012, 10:58
An anime depiction of the 2012 Formula One season has been announced…
Pamphlet (@pamphlet)
25th February 2012, 11:05
You know, an actual decent depiction with original characters would be quite cool.
plutoniumhunter (@plutoniumhunter)
25th February 2012, 11:19
True that. Heard of Capeta?
Pamphlet (@pamphlet)
25th February 2012, 15:39
@plutoniumhunter Woah, can’t say I have. Thanks a ton! I’m currently trying to scrounge up some ideas for a future project of mine (being a programmer and all), so this is perfect!
plutoniumhunter (@plutoniumhunter)
25th February 2012, 22:27
No problem, my pleasure =D Good luck on your project!
Cyclops_PL (@cyclops_pl)
25th February 2012, 22:29
Back in the seventies there was also Arrow Emblem Grand Prix no Taka with Niki Lauda as one of the main characters.
plutoniumhunter (@plutoniumhunter)
25th February 2012, 23:22
Wow, that’s old! I faintly remember reading about it on Wikipedia though.
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
25th February 2012, 11:00
Maybe I need to practice in the Ariel Atom first?
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
25th February 2012, 11:01
Can I have a drive at Red Bull now?
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
25th February 2012, 11:02
If this doesn’t lead to an F1 drive I will not be happy.
alexf1man (@alexf1man)
25th February 2012, 11:11
The 2012 Japanese Grand Prix will be broadcast live from my house.
matt rose
25th February 2012, 11:07
Red bulls new upgrade has left every team wondering which direction to go next. Paper or plastic?
Kris
25th February 2012, 16:49
LOL!
Pamphlet (@pamphlet)
25th February 2012, 11:09
Rob Smedley: Felipe baby, you know what I’m going to say now, right?
Felipe Massa: Don’t even dare…
In other (half-related) news, it would appear that Adrian Newey was right to be worried about the performance of this year’s championship contender…
e45y (@e45y)
25th February 2012, 11:09
Message over the radio – “The Finger, box this lap, confirm, box this lap”
Gerdoner (@gerdoner)
25th February 2012, 11:10
*not going to enter just yet, but lol at the finger XD *
HK (@me4me)
25th February 2012, 11:12
Boy to mom: “now that’s what im talking about!!”
OmarR-Pepper (@)
27th February 2012, 14:31
GREAT
il Leone
25th February 2012, 11:14
My engine has cut out!
John H (@john-h)
25th February 2012, 11:49
⇧ This ⇧
TheJudge (@thejudge)
25th February 2012, 11:14
It’s probabbly faster than the real thing.
squaregoldfish (@squaregoldfish)
25th February 2012, 11:14
Frankly, kid, the choice between inters or wets is something of a moot point.
Colm O Neill
25th February 2012, 11:15
Red Bull rb8 unveiled to the public in the back of an office corner
D_Dannyboy (@d_dannyboy)
25th February 2012, 11:23
Adrian Newey admits being slightly concerned over the crash tests after designing the lightest f1 car ever
James Robertson (@mclarenboy0310)
25th February 2012, 23:31
Hahaha
Roald (@roald)
25th February 2012, 11:24
Red Bull Racing currently looking for morbidly obese racing driver to reach minimum car weight of 640kg.
Chris (@cockers)
25th February 2012, 11:25
HRT may have copied some of the bigger teams design concepts
OmarR-Pepper (@)
27th February 2012, 14:32
@chris Or probably HRT should hire this mom, for better results
BenH (@benh)
25th February 2012, 11:26
Lotus signed wooden Raikonnen, so Red Bull signed cardboard (mini-)Kobayashi
Mouse_Nightshirt (@mouse_nightshirt)
25th February 2012, 11:30
Red Bull remain silent over rumours they didn’t notice the small-print in their latest sponsorship deal with UPS packaging.
Candence Braking
25th February 2012, 11:37
After leaked photos are released Charlie Whiting is to investigate irregularities in the RBR testing program.
davey (@djdaveyp87)
25th February 2012, 11:38
In 2012, Red Bull Racing have taken the flexing bodywork debate to a whole new level……
Mads (@mads)
25th February 2012, 11:40
A spy shot of the HRT F112. It turns out they have a new sponsor for 2012 as well.
Yddo
25th February 2012, 11:42
The real Pokemon shows Seb the ‘one finger’ salute!
John H (@john-h)
25th February 2012, 11:44
Can’t think of an original caption, but the significant graining on the front tyres could be an issue this season.
MRFS
25th February 2012, 11:47
Red Bull Racing today unveiled the results of the new RRA.
testguy (@testguy)
25th February 2012, 11:51
Cardboard Copying the RB8: Kid (7) confirmed Assistant Designer at Ferrari, “fits within our designing philosophy seamlessly”
Candence Braking
25th February 2012, 11:53
If you pull my finger your`ll hear my V8.
necrodethmortem (@necrodethmortem)
25th February 2012, 12:03
Love it.
Adam1 (@adam1)
25th February 2012, 11:53
Ferrari went to extreem measures to copy the latest Red Bull
Saiesh (@saiesh)
25th February 2012, 11:59
Webber’s new team mate is even younger than his last one.
John H (@john-h)
25th February 2012, 12:00
‘Aggressive’ Origami
Saiesh (@saiesh)
25th February 2012, 12:01
Neweys EBD (Efficient Box Deign)
Saiesh (@saiesh)
25th February 2012, 12:02
Sorry typo (design)
just.daz (@nemo87)
25th February 2012, 12:06
NO Ferrari..
Painting you car in RedBull livery will NOT make it go faster..
just.daz (@nemo87)
25th February 2012, 12:07
Though it looks as though they have made a good choice in replacing massa
Saiesh (@saiesh)
25th February 2012, 12:06
Vettel, please short shift 2nd and 3rd. Your BOX is over heating!!!
Ben (@)
25th February 2012, 12:07
To hell with humor; there’s something very moving about this.
Kris
25th February 2012, 16:57
True–he’s got one super-amazing mom!
A-Safieldin (@)
25th February 2012, 12:11
This just in racing design genius Adrian Newey was fired a midst a new “spy scandal”
DavidS (@davids)
25th February 2012, 12:14
Red Bull are renowned for their excellent packaging.
Renner (@renner)
25th February 2012, 12:14
Sebastian Vettel, 2012
rUN_FOR_IT_SCOOBY
25th February 2012, 12:16
Red Bull reveal car that failed safety test.
necrodethmortem (@necrodethmortem)
25th February 2012, 12:20
Turns out Vettel also scored in the Japanese Grand Prix after his famous win in Monza.
Chris (@eddie4102000)
25th February 2012, 12:24
Young driver programs were really getting out of hand…
legnig (@legnig)
25th February 2012, 12:26
“Thanks Mother, but we need to work on our wet weather set up!”
Jon E
25th February 2012, 12:30
Helmut Marko: You can’t make the cut and just your mum can is not enough to get a seat at RBR
robk23 (@robk23)
25th February 2012, 12:41
It’s official, gaffa tape really is Formula 1’s favourite quick fix.
Ben (@)
25th February 2012, 12:42
Still more competitive than HRT.
Wheel Nut (@wheel-nut)
25th February 2012, 12:43
Hey Mum – check out the size of this bogey!
Bullfrog (@bullfrog)
25th February 2012, 14:10
Haha, yes! If you’re watching in HD, you’ll see that Vettel’s still saying that. His mum never told him his head would cave in.
airtone
25th February 2012, 12:53
Rumour has it that Red Bull are sandbagging
DONN (@donn)
25th February 2012, 13:44
I SHOULD READY FOR MARK’S RETIREMENT JUST A FEW PRACTICE LAPS THIS YEAR ? I THINK
Bigbadderboom (@bigbadderboom)
25th February 2012, 13:59
Secret testing of finger operated DRS begins!
Matt Birkett (@matty1)
25th February 2012, 14:03
After growing suspicions, Sebastian Vettel and Jessica Michibata (ex-girlfriend of Jenson Button) have finally had their first child.
Sergey Martyn
25th February 2012, 14:07
CARTON-fibre chassis on PAPERelly tyres!
James Brickles (@brickles)
25th February 2012, 14:16
“Mum, I’ve got a problem with the engine, it won’t start!”
Truman
25th February 2012, 14:17
After a string of displeasing testing times, Helmut Marko announces Daniel Ricciardo’s replacement
michaeldobson13 (@michaeldobson13)
25th February 2012, 14:18
This is the second chassis, following unfortunate events in the wind tunnel…
James Brickles (@brickles)
25th February 2012, 14:18
“Kamui, WATCH THIS!!”
Mark
25th February 2012, 14:19
RB8 is quick straight out of the box!
hawkii (@hawkii)
25th February 2012, 14:22
“This front wing looks a bit flexible o_O”
James Brickles (@brickles)
25th February 2012, 14:26
Teams such as Red Bull have been experimenting with this season’s tyres and how to make the best of the undercut.
KalenC
25th February 2012, 14:49
is it just me… or has the platypus nose brought back the box-like look and feel from the 70’s?
Quin10-10
25th February 2012, 15:08
Suspicions that Webber’s car is not quite up to par with Vettel’s may be true.
MahavirShah (@mahavirshah)
25th February 2012, 15:11
The Red Bull academy, young drivers program… Giving you the Vettel’s of tomorrow.
Quin10-10
25th February 2012, 15:12
This entire pay driver situation has gotten completely out of hand!
Mari
26th February 2012, 13:07
)))
Todfod (@todfod)
25th February 2012, 15:19
This cadboard version of the RB8 actually went faster than the HRT
Marcus (@jadedwriter)
25th February 2012, 15:28
Winning in a Red Bull gives the winner a severe case of Sebastian Vettelitis. One major symptom of this illness has the patient thrust their pointer finger skyward uncontrollably.
sw6569 (@sw6569)
25th February 2012, 15:33
Since the outlawing of customer cars, Torro Rosso’s efforts had always lacked a certain something
claudioff (@claudioff)
25th February 2012, 16:42
My mother is cooler than yours.
Joey-Poey (@joey-poey)
25th February 2012, 16:50
“In our cost cutting efforts, we’ve begun using alternative materials in our 1/3 scale wind tunnel tests.”
Electrolite
25th February 2012, 16:53
“I only asked for a can of energy drink, mum…”
FlyingLobster27
25th February 2012, 17:16
Nice.
John H (@john-h)
25th February 2012, 19:50
Yes.
falconspatrol (@falconspatrol)
25th February 2012, 17:07
Adrian newey’s new thinking is outside the box……..
Tom L. (@tom-l)
25th February 2012, 17:26
“When I grow up, I wanna be just like Daniel Ric-card-o!”
Mads (@mads)
25th February 2012, 17:42
Red Bull once again suffers from heavy blisters on the front tyres.
James Brickles (@brickles)
25th February 2012, 17:55
“Next on Blue Peter…”
free sutil
25th February 2012, 18:00
Adrian Neweys only comment was
‘we wanted to use leggo but unfortunatly Ferrari had purchased the entire world supply’
Fixy (@)
25th February 2012, 18:14
A new Vettel had been discovered. He has the same “finger”.
Whitty123
25th February 2012, 18:22
With the FIA making the regulations ever tighter Adrian Newey comes up with new concept.
bradandcoffee
25th February 2012, 18:24
Designed by Adrian Gluey.
Ron-e
25th February 2012, 18:30
On paper, the Redbull looks good…
sklal79
25th February 2012, 18:31
Red bull took cost cutting measures to a whole new level
Michael (@michaelf1)
25th February 2012, 19:49
Box,box!
OOliver
25th February 2012, 19:52
Redbull gives you Wii n Gs
Candence Braking
25th February 2012, 20:12
Mum, this is brilliant but I like Ferrari Know, Red,red,red,red…….
cjpdk (@cjpdk)
25th February 2012, 20:32
Kobayashis have high expectations for son.
Candence Braking
25th February 2012, 20:40
In the voice of Stewie from Family Guy….” Ha Ha It may be carboard but I have the finger”
PhilEReid (@philereid)
25th February 2012, 20:46
And so if I just stick this last bit on… Perfect, looks like a Red Bull, crumples like an HRT.
Racing dave
25th February 2012, 21:49
Is the rra going to far?
Solo (@solo)
25th February 2012, 22:07
Red Bull shows her full support on the pa
y-per view model.Solo (@solo)
25th February 2012, 22:13
According to team principal Christian Horner the new RB8 incorporated some completely out
of thebox ideas that will make the competition feel boxed-in.Solo (@solo)
25th February 2012, 22:14
According to team principal Christian Horner the new RB8 incorporated some completely out of
thebox ideas that will make the competition feel boxed-in.Damn, i need an edit button.
EricInUSA (@ericinusa)
25th February 2012, 22:16
Oh no – RAIN!
FlyingLobster27
25th February 2012, 23:32
Nice too.
OEL F1 (@oel-f1)
25th February 2012, 22:25
The latest Red Bull Academy member has adapted to the Red Bull star’s winning gesture.
Cyclops_PL (@cyclops_pl)
25th February 2012, 22:33
RRA, the extreme version.
Optimaximal (@optimaximal)
25th February 2012, 22:59
Mike Coughlan’s protege revealed to be Japanese lady with child.
Mike (@skiathosmike)
25th February 2012, 23:05
Kobayashi says he will answer the question re making the move to Red Bull after a good nights sleep.
sairuk (@sairuk)
25th February 2012, 23:36
Mum asked Uncle Adrian to make me a paper plane…
hey (@hey)
26th February 2012, 0:25
“Embarrassing gaff as Red Bull’s latest young driver holds up the wrong finger to everyone else.”
Lexus
26th February 2012, 1:15
Adrain Newey has clawed back so much downforce despite the ban of Exhaust Blown Diffusers he can now make the car out of anything.
Rob
26th February 2012, 1:48
Red Bull’s latest R&D step (Recycling and Deforestation) falls outside the resource restriction agreement.
Ross
26th February 2012, 2:07
Webber fears his RB8 was the brainchild of Marko… ;)
troutcor
26th February 2012, 7:37
Looks older than Vettel.
manfer (@fer12)
26th February 2012, 7:49
Verne & Ricciardo whining about losing their Red Bull seat.
PinkMaggit (@pinkmaggit)
26th February 2012, 8:58
That’s very impressive.
Have a look at this model of the RB7.
The detail is amazing:
http://www.f1technical.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=9909
DVC
26th February 2012, 9:55
Newey: It looked good on paper.
DVC
26th February 2012, 9:57
Or
It looked good on paper but had trouble passing the FIA crash test.
justkaz
26th February 2012, 10:52
The RB8 was put together by duct tape and glue this year and the tyres won’t last in wet conditions!
ob1kenobi.23 (@ob1kenobi23)
26th February 2012, 17:43
Aahh, me Sebastian Vetter in mu Led Burr.
Kes NZ (@kesnz)
26th February 2012, 20:20
Has the FIA’s resource restrictions agreement finally gone one step too far!
JustinF1 (@justinf1)
26th February 2012, 23:40
That’s really creepy,. ;[}
st4mpede
27th February 2012, 0:29
Best mother in the world this happy kid has, at least for me it would be.. oh my good amazing!
gak67 (@gak67)
27th February 2012, 3:43
Adrian Newey and Red Bull are confident that the RB8 is the complete package(ing).
JCost (@jcost)
27th February 2012, 9:56
Ferrari has just hired my Mom!
Cjc
27th February 2012, 10:14
Typical! Buy them a toy and all they do is play with he box.
kenneth Ntulume
27th February 2012, 10:59
Red-Bull! “thinking outside the box”
Eduardo Malheiros
27th February 2012, 12:41
“Damn mom, what’s with the ugly nose? Did you ran out of boxes?”
me262
28th February 2012, 1:35
go go Vetter!
Slackbladder
28th February 2012, 2:03
Red Bull goes ‘Green’ using only recycled materials!
Bowks
28th February 2012, 18:27
All I need now is my Frank Sidebottom papier-mache helmet and I’m good to go.
vinny meredith
8th March 2012, 4:35
could you make me one more so I can race someone.
Grant
8th March 2012, 20:18
Kejie samples the wind speed, pondering yet another rear wing failure.
ronald plain
11th March 2012, 6:04
Hey Hami, i be faster than you.. ha ha