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£347,823
1929 Bugatti Type 40 Roadster par Gangloff
France • 3 Feb 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1929 Bugatti Type 40 Roadster is a rare find, boasting its original chassis, engine, and restored body. With a well-documented history and a limited number of owners, it stands out as a highly desirable example, evidenced by its recent sale at 405,280 €.

Condition
9
The Bugatti Type 40 Roadster is described as being in exceptionally well-preserved condition, with its original chassis, engine, and body. It has undergone a high-quality restoration by Gubso Garage in Denmark, which specializes in Bugatti restorations. The listing emphasizes its rare and appealing body, original parts, and a limited number of owners. The comprehensive history compiled by Pierre-Yves Laugier further supports its desirability and excellent condition.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
40488
Odometer:
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Reg Number:
3898-JV
RHD/LHD:
LHD
1929 Bugatti Type 40 Roadster par Gangloff Titre de circulation danois Châssis n° 40488 Moteur n° 387 - Châssis, moteur et carrosserie d'origine - Très faible nombre de propriétaires, historique connu - Restauration de grande qualité Cette Bugatti Type 40 est remarquable à plus d'un titre : par sa préservation exceptionnelle et par son passé extrêmement clair.
Son histoire commence en juin 1927, quand son châssis n°40488 équipé du moteur n°387 a été assemblé à l'usine Bugatti, en même temps que les châssis dotés des moteurs 377 à 401.
Ce même châssis a été ensuite livré le 20 août 1928 chez le carrossier Gangloff, à Colmar, la facture de l'usine datant du 27 juillet 1928 et concernant aussi les châssis 40612, 40563 et 40567.
Cette facture mentionne un prix de 40 000 francs, plus élevé que celui du Type 40 normal, qui s'élevait à 31 000 francs.
Ces quatre châssis Type 40 comportaient en effet la mention "sp mod pr special", ce qui signifiait peut-être "spécial modification, prix spé...
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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