Bugatti Bolide final unit Leaves Molsheim, Marks End of W16 Track Era

The 40th and final example of the Bugatti Bolide, the hypercar brand’s track-only weapon, has finally left the building. The Bugatti Bolide final unit marks a significant milestone, as this highly specialized machine is the last track car to be powered by the iconic quad-turbocharged W16 engine.

This challenging project demanded a massive shift in thinking from Bugatti, which is known for building high-speed grand tourers. The resulting track monster appeals equally to the gentleman racer and the seasoned professional, achieving a performance envelope that extends far beyond Bugatti’s reputation for straight-line speed.

Here is a closer look at the monumental power and the bespoke final specification.

The Monumental Engineering

The Bolide was engineered to be a perfect track car, resulting in performance figures that are scarcely believable.

Feature	Specification	Impact
Engine	8.0-liter Quad-Turbocharged W16	Last W16 engine in a track car.
Horsepower	1,578 hp	1,180 lb-ft of torque.
Dry Weight	3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)	Over 1,000 lbs lighter than a Chiron, enabling higher cornering speeds.
0–62 MPH	2.2 Seconds	Still a feat of engineering for a car this size.
Top Speed (Track Limit)	236 mph	The high-downforce aero limits the top speed.
Starting Price	~$4.7 Million	Reflects the bespoke engineering and rarity (1 of 40).

The extensive aerodynamic tweaks and fine-tuning resulted in a car with a performance envelope that extends far beyond Bugatti’s reputation for building grand tourers.

The Final Bespoke Specification

The Bugatti Bolide final unit was commissioned by a collector and long-time friend of the Bugatti marque, drawing inspiration from the owner’s classic Bugatti Type 35 race car from the 1920s.

Exterior: Finished in a vibrant historic blue paintwork, a color traditionally used on Bugatti competition cars.
Interior: Features a unique Lake Blue Alcantara interior with Light Blue Sport stitching.

The delivery event itself was a spectacle in Molsheim, marking the end of a demanding four-year production run for the limited run of 40 hypercars. Along with the Mistral (the final road-going car), the Bolide closes the door on the legendary W16 engine era for Bugatti. The company is set to continue its legacy of epic powertrains next year with the Tourbillon, which will feature a naturally aspirated V16 engine paired with three electric motors.

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