After much speculation about what could be the, according to the rumors, “Bugatti of 18 million euros”, the Geneva Motor Show 2019 came to put an end to doubts and made us aware of the Bugatti La Voiture Noire which, after all, costs "only" 11 million euros (before taxes).
Despite being seven million euros cheaper than forecasts, the Bugatti La Voiture Noire (yes, it's really called the Bugatti “The Black Vehicle”) is, even so, and according to the brand, the most expensive new car ever , being limited to just one unit, and already has an owner — the Rolls-Royce Sweptail may have something to say in that regard…
Bringing life to La Voiture Noire is the same super engine as the Chiron: 8.0 l, W16, 1500 hp and 1600 Nm of torque.
Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic was the inspirational muse
According to the French brand, the Bugatti La Voiture Noire is a tribute to the iconic Type 57 SC Atlantic, having drawn inspiration from the old Bugatti model of which only four units were produced.
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With a front end marked by the high position of the headlamps (over the wheel arches) and the pronounced grille, the main similarity between the Type 57 SC Atlantic — a curved and elegant coupé with front engine, unlike the La Voiture Noire, with Rear center engine — this is the “backbone” that runs along the bonnet, front window and roof.
At the rear, the biggest highlight goes to the LED strip that crosses the entire rear section and the six exhaust outlets. Despite the exorbitant price of the Bugatti La Voiture Noire, this unique copy already has an owner, however, Bugatti did not reveal who the buyer was.
In addition to La Voiture Noire, Bugatti took the Divo and Chiron Sport "110 ans Bugatti" to Geneva.