Bugatti Presents Last-Ever Bugatti Chiron: Preserving Automotive Legacy

Jun 03, 2024 12:58 AM EDT

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The Bugatti Chiron's voyage is now complete. Since its 2016 introduction, this car has come to represent unmatched luxury and performance. The final Chiron, called L'Ultime, marks the end of an era because there are only 500 pieces accessible worldwide.

Chiron L 'Ultime

Chiron L 'Ultime exemplifies the brand's commitment to precision, creativity, and unwavering excellence. Derived from the Chiron Super Sport variant, it is appropriately named L'Ultime, honoring the car's evolution and Bugatti's legacy with a nod to craftsmanship and innovation.

According to Forbes, The Chiron L'Ultime, meaning "the last one," is a remarkable homage to its predecessor, featuring a stunning paint finish that blends Atlantic Blue and French Racing Blue.

In contrast to the original show car from the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, the L'Ultime showcases a sophisticated color gradient-the front in deep Atlantic Blue transitions seamlessly into the brighter French Racing Blue.

Furthermore, in terms of visual appeal, the color-shifting door panel stands out against handwritten references to notable locations in the Chiron's past, such as Ehra-Lessien, the track where speed records were achieved and Paul Ricard ,where prototypes were tested.

Serving as a bold nod to the car's importance, the number "500" is prominently displayed on the underside of the rear spoiler, the wheel centers, the rear fenders, and the engine bonnet.

Striking Interior, Power

The interior features hand-selected, hand-cut, and hand-stitched blue leather. Moreover, it is accented with blue-tinted carbon fiber. The red, white, and blue leather piping on the seats pays homage to the colors of the French flag.

As per Robb Report, the number "500" is displayed on the central console and headrests, while the car's name is inscribed on the French Racing Blue doorsills in Atlantic Blue. The Chiron L 'Ultime belongs to the Super Sport category, featuring Bugatti's renowned 8.0-liter W-16 engine.

Astonishingly, this powerful turbocharged engine produces 1,180 pound-feet of torque and 1,578 horsepower. With this enormous power, the gorgeous vehicle reaches a high speed of 273 mph, electronically limited, and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.3 seconds.

Robb Report l, Bugatti has not disclosed the identity of the ultimate owner of the final Chiron; however, Motor1.com suggests that the owner is probably based in the United States. The purchase price of the vehicle remains undisclosed, despite it being one of the costliest cars globally.

CarBuzz shared Christophe Piochon, Bugatti Automobiles President's statement. The CEO stated that the bespoke creation retraces the Chiron's remarkable eight-year journey, highlighting unforgettable moments worldwide that have garnered a multitude of Chiron enthusiasts and celebrated the car's numerous pioneering advancements and unparalleled achievements.

This ultimate 500th Chiron model serves as a poignant farewell, encapsulating a legacy that will be indelibly marked in automotive history and heralding the introduction of new chapters, starting with the Bolide and the W16 Mistral productions, and culminating in the debut of our upcoming model in June.

As reported by Jalopnnik, the Chiron U'ltime marks Bugatti's first instance of painting its macaron emblem in blue, with the grille featuring a color-coordinated blue perimeter and a fresh mesh design incorporating centered stripes. Additionally, the standout features of the Chiron L'Ultime include handcrafted names adorning the sides, crafted with the same innovative flair seen in last year's Golden Era Chiro.

Bugatti explains that the owner of the Chiron L'Ultime aimed to pay tribute to Bugatti and the Chiron by commemorating specific moments from both the model's and the marque's history. The selection of locations is quite eclectic, ranging from Scottsdale and St. Louis to Monaco and Goodwood.