1928 Bugatti Type 43
Grand Sport

€ 1.750.000

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An exceptional and rare opportunity to own one of the finest Bugatti Type 43 Grand Sports, with a full documented history tracing its ownership from its original delivery in 1930 to the present. This iconic car stands as a testament to Bugatti's engineering brilliance and craftsmanship and has been meticulously restored by renowned specialist Simon Klopper.

Highlights

• Built: September 1928, with engine and chassis completed
• Original delivery: May 12, 1930 to B. Larousse, Paris• Owners over the years:

Sold to Mr. Bonnet in 1932
1936: Sold to Mr. E. Bahiet in Nice
1945: Transferred to Mr. Gillio, Cannes
1948: Several subsequent owners, including Mr. G. Dore in Velleron and Mr. P. Hall in Maldorme
1954: Sold to Mr. R. Eades, Santa Ava
1973: Sold to Mr. R. C. Adams, La Mesa
2013: Acquired by J. Bentley in the USA
2017: Sold to the current owner

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About this car

This car comes with the complete ownership records, making it one of the best-documented Bugatti Type 43 Grand Sports in existence.

Technical specifications and features

The 1928 Bugatti Type 43 Grand Sport was one of the fastest road cars of its era, capable of reaching 100 mph thanks to its detuned inline-eight engine sourced from the Type 35B Grand Prix car. With 120 bhp, this supercharged engine combined with a robust chassis and carefully designed components allowed the Type 43 to set a new standard in road-going performance.

Chassis: Derived from the Type 33 prototype with curved side rails and a longer wheelbase for additional passenger comfort
Transmission: A mid-mounted transmission, unique to the Type 43
Axles & wheels: Featuring Type 38 axles and enhanced with larger aluminum wheels and brakes for superior handling
Distinctive design: The Type 43 features the signature cigar-shaped frame, pointed tail, louvred sides, and aluminum-forged wheels that are immediately recognizable and highly desirable among collectors.

Restoration

The car has undergone a complete restoration, with over € 600,000 in invoices available for inspection, carried out by a Bugatti specialist to ensure every detail matches the original factory specifications. It's now in mint condition, ready for inspection or a test drive, offering a true collector's experience.

Why this Bugatti Type 43 is special.

One of the most well-documented Bugatti Grand Sports
Matching numbers, verified by Pierre-Yves Laugier
Complete, nut-to-bolt restoration ensuring authenticity and precision
A rare opportunity for any Bugatti enthusiast or collector to acquire a car that embodies the very best of Bugatti engineering and heritage.

Extensive history

The car comes with an extensive history file, including a Sewell report as well as detailed documentation of the restoration. The file also contains a trove of correspondence from previous owners, providing valuable insights into the car's history.

FIVA Passport

The car is accompanied by an expired FIVA Passport with an A3 classification. Notably, there are substantial invoices from Gentry Restorations dating back to 2014, attesting to the investments made in restoring and maintaining the car to its current condition.