This Banksy-adorned truck could fetch $2 million at auction

Banksy spray-painted this truck for a millennium party back in 2000, long before the British street artist rose to fame. Now, Bonhams is giving you the opportunity to own the vehicle at its car auction this month.

The images on the 1988 Volvo FL6 show the silhouette of a man swinging a hammer towards metal cogs. The background features winged monkeys and stars, while the reverse side of the lorry shows a group of soldiers running away from a cannon. The truck is signed with artist stamp on both sides of the chassis, and with a painted surface area of 80 square meters, Laugh Now But One Day We'll Be in Charge is arguably Banksy's largest artwork.

Contemporary art fans and car enthusiasts are expected to pack the Goodwood Revival sale in West Sussex on September 14. For additional details, or to register for remote bidding, visit Bonhams.com.

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