Bugatti Unveils ’55 1 of 1′: A Singular Tribute to Founder Jean Bugatti on Chiron Basis

A Unique Bugatti "55 1 of 1" Pays Tribute to the Company's Founder

A special one-off tribute to Jean Bugatti based on the Chiron model

Bugatti's own customization program, Bugatti Sur Mesure, from the esteemed French luxury manufacturer, has produced many exceptional vehicles. The latest is the Chiron Super Sport "55 1 of 1", which honors the company's founder, Jean Bugatti, by drawing inspiration from the iconic Type 55 from the 1930s.

The Bugatti "55 1 of 1" mentioned earlier, is a custom tribute to Jean Bugatti's Type 55 Super Sport. This one-of-a-ai-allcreator.com">kind model was designed in collaboration with a Chiron Super Sport client and the Bugatti Sur Mesure team, aiming to infuse the historical essence of the Type 55 into a contemporary vehicle design.

Photo Gallery: Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "55 1 of 1"

The Type 55, famed for its two-seater roadster body style and powerful 2.3-liter inline engine, set the bar for high-performance sports cars in the 1930s. With only 38 units produced, the Type 55 is a coveted collectible. Jean Bugatti introduced the innovative two-tone paint scheme with this model, which went on to become a hallmark of Bugatti's color division. The design of the "55 1 of 1" pays homage to the classic black and yellow paintwork of the Type 55.

Inside the car, the homage to the Type 55 continues. The interior is adorned with black leather and hand-stitched yellow highlights that reflect the theme of the exterior. Unique touches such as embroidered headrests bearing the "55 1 of 1" inscription and Jean Bugatti's signature on the door sills and dedication plaque emphasize the link to its heritage.

The Sur Mesure team's inventive efforts were focused on capturing the essence of the Type 55 and infusing it into the "55 1 of 1", all while incorporating contemporary components and technology. The design process demanded a meticulous equilibrium between the old and the new to forge a vehicle that pays homage to the Chiron Super Sport's storied past as well as its cutting-edge engineering.

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The National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse provided the original Bugatti Type 55 Chassis No. 55237 for a photo session alongside the new "55 1 of 1." Additionally, this museum boasts an impressive array of over 600 vehicles, featuring more than 100 Bugatti models, showcasing the rich history and legacy of the Bugatti brand.

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