The new era of Bugatti brings forth its first one-off.
Bugatti is known for creating some of the world’s most desirable, expensive, exclusive, and unique hypercars, and having merged with electric hypercar rising star Rimac recently, Bugatti has entered a new era as a brand, retiring its quad-turbocharged W16 engine in favor of a naturally aspirated V16 engine from Cosworth with hybrid technology to reach unprecedented levels of power and performance in its new hypercar model, the Tourbillon.
As the Tourbillon emerges and the last W16-powered Bugattis are produced, the exciting transition of Bugatti as a manufacturer is taking shape before our eyes. However, the new era of Bugatti is already proving to be incredibly exciting, with a new one-off model joining the repertoire of futuristic new ultra-exclusive Bugatti creations.
That one-off is the new Bugatti Brouillard, a unique masterpiece created by Bugatti’s new and most exclusive “Solitaire” designation, a level beyond even the incredible bespoke craftsmanship capabilities of Bugatti’s Sur Mesure arm. The new coupe pays a beautiful homage to Ettore Bugatti, being named after his own cherished horse who could open his own stable door using a mechanism Ettore Bugatti designed himself.
Brouillard had a stunning white coat, and like many of the cars that Bugatti would bring to the automotive world, personified speed, elegance, and grace. Brouillard, and the Programme Solitaire as a whole, is inspired by the practice of coachbuilding which Bugatti was known for and which was much more common in the automotive industry in the early 20th century, creating stunningly unique bodies for vehicles that rendered them one-of-a-kind.
Contrary to what has been suggested by the beginning of a new age for Bugatti, the new Brouillard is powered by Bugatti’s legendary quad-turbocharged W16 engine with nearly 1,600 horsepower, being one of the ultra-exclusive models that is helping say goodbye to the cherished powertrain. Its unique bodywork includes a fixed ducktail spoiler, and a silhouette that is informed by principles of classic art.
Its interior matches the green exterior, with custom-woven fabric from Paris, green-tinted carbon fiber, and a stunning glass roof bringing together natural light, beautifully embroidered horse motifs, and Bugatti’s performance-oriented opulence. The collector who now owns the Brouillard is a passionate Bugatti enthusiast who not only collects cars but also Carlo Bugatti’s furniture and Rembrandt Bugatti’s art. The official unveiling of the new Bugatti Brouillard will take place during Monterey Car Week, officially kicking off Bugatti’s Solitaire program which promises to only make up to two cars each year. Making use of existing Bugatti powertrains and chassis, Solitaire creations, like the Brouillard, will feature absolutely incredible bespoke bodywork and interior details.
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