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Bugatti Legends Unite: Type 35 Meets Bolide In A Centennial Celebration
A hallmark celebration of automotive excellence, Monterey Car Week affords the perfect occasion for the coming together of Bugatti legends past and present. A truly unique example of the marque’s new beacon for track-focused performance, the Bugatti Bolide¹, took to the gripping turns of the famous WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the very first time – and was joined by the legendary racing machine that inspired it.
Currently in the process of training future Bugatti owners in the ways of the Bugatti Bolide and the nuances of a track car, Bugatti took the opportunity at Laguna Seca to host a personal briefing for a Bolide customer at one of the most revered tracks in the world. Eager to immerse themselves in the experience of owning the track-only Bugatti, the future Bolide owner was delighted to learn more about the car he is eager to sit behind the wheel of and emotional when he saw it hitting the Laguna Seca track.
From its debut at Grand Prix de Lyon on 3rd August 1924, Type 35 stunned with its performance. Over its career, it earned over 2,500 victories across various disciplines. Its versatility was a tribute to its design and pursuit of performance.
The livery of the special-edition Bolide, marking 100 years, commemorates Type 35 and Bugatti’s rich racing heritage. The bespoke vehicle’s finish, ‘Grand Prix Blue’, is a new interpretation of Type 35’s ‘Bleu de Lyon’. This colour was made famous by Type 35 racing at Lyon in 1924.
Celebrating a glorious century of achievement, the one-of-one Bolide 100-year anniversary edition is a spectacular testament to the legacy of the most successful racing car ever: the iconic Bugatti Type 35. Basking in the warmth of the Californian sun, these remarkable vehicles shared the storied circuit’s hallowed asphalt – negotiating the world-famous Corkscrew and thrilling elevation changes in a stunning spectacle.
The Type 35 centenary is marked with intricate "100 Anniversaire" embosses in headrests, complementing anniversary decals on side sills. The cockpit features an intricate trackplate depicting Type 35 and Bolide together in profile.
Track Performance
Watched on with exhilaration by CEO Mate Rimac; President Christophe Piochon; Managing Director Hendrik Malinowski; Director Alexis Ploix and other team members – this historic occasion marked years of development. It honoured Type 35's legacy.
"Sharing brand’s quintessential DNA, Type 35 and Bolide are pure manifestations of Bugatti track-focused performance. With Bolide 100-year anniversary edition we celebrate arrival of exquisite homage to Type 35 – a century from its debut. It is incredibly emotional to see them take to such a legendary track at once," said Christophe Piochon.
Design Details
The special model's cockpit continues exquisite touches within. Finished in pure carbon, centre console features aluminium-milled inlay replete in ‘engine turn’ finish. Supple leather unique to anniversary edition adorns seats throughout cabin.
Red-accented carbon on exterior complements each legendary racing colour from early Grand Prix racing nations. Hues include ‘French Racing Blue’, British green, German white and Italian rosso embellishing blade connecting rear wing to rear panel.
This once-in-a-lifetime occasion brought legends together on Laguna Seca's asphalt – a moment that will hold a special place in marque’s story as celebration of icons past and present.
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