Objects
Nimbus 2000
A state-of-the-art racing broom McGonagall arranges for Harry after he makes the Gryffindor team. It is faster than anything the first-years have handled until the Firebolt arrives from an anonymous donor.

In the books
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's StoneChapter: 5
Harry sees the new racing broom displayed in a Diagon Alley shop window.