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Bugatti Type 40A Grand Sport – 1929 - Lot 39
Belgium • 5 Oct 2024
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AI Listing Summary
This 1929 Bugatti Type 40A Grand Sport is presented in exceptional original condition, unseen since the 1950s, making it a prime candidate for preservation class events. It features a rare Type 40 A engine, adding to its appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in 'incredible and moving original condition' with 'sublime original Grand Sport bodywork'. The listing highlights its originality and notes that the paintwork, woodwork, and leathers 'tell the story of almost 100 years'. While it has been stored and had some mechanical work done, the emphasis is on preserving its patina and original state.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
40776
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
1603 DU 75
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Bugatti Type 40A Grand Sport – 1929
French registration title
Sold without contrôle technique
Incredible and moving original condition
Sublime original Grand Sport bodywork: a sports car in formal wear
High-performance and extremely rare 40A version
A car known only to insiders, not seen since the 1950s
A serious contender to win the Preservation Class of the greatest events...
After the advent of the legendary Grand Prix Type 35 Grand Prix, Ettore Bugatti decided, as was his wont, to turn his thoroughbred racing car into a host of promising colts.
This was done with the Type 35 A (or ‘Course Imitation Tecla’) and its 8-cylinder engine with 3-bearing crankshaft derived from the Type 30, and the Type 37, with its 4-cylinder 1500 engine.
The Brescia had outlived its usefulness, so the Touring version was replaced by the Type 40, which borrowed the engine from the 37 (with a modified lower casing to match the curvature of the Touring chassis), and other elements from the Type 38 (8-c...
Points of note
£101,200
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£265,094
Median Price (Since 2020)
£393,750
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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