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£670,908

52Ω — One of only two known to survive 1922 BUGATTI TYPE 29/30 'RESERVOIR OVALE COURSE' (OVAL TANK, RACING)

United States • 14 Aug 2015

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AI Listing Summary

This 1922 Bugatti Type 29/30 is a rare survivor, one of only two known from the original sixteen pre-production chassis. Meticulously restored to its original two-seater racing configuration, it boasts a rich history, having participated in early Grand Prix events and later showcased at prestigious Concours d'Elegance events.

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Condition 

8

The car has been sympathetically restored to its original form, suggesting a high level of attention to detail and preservation. While it may not be in 'Pristine' condition due to its age and restoration, it is likely in 'Excellent' condition, with minimal cosmetic imperfections and readiness for road touring or display.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

4008

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

KX 133

RHD/LHD:

RHD

1,991cc SOHC Inline 8-Cylinder Engine Twin Zenith Carburetors 50bhp 4-Speed Manual Transmission 4-Wheel Brakes - Front Actuated by Foot, Rear by Handbrake Semi-Elliptic Leaf Spring Suspension *The oldest 8-Cylinder Two Seater Sport Bugatti to survive *Sympathetically restored to its original form *Never shown in America *Ready for fast road touring or display THE BUGATTI TYPE 29 The Type 29 proved to be the fore-runner of a remarkably successful range of models destined to establish Bugatti for all time securely amongst the world's greatest manufacturers of racing and sports cars.

The Type 29 project began in March 1921 with the preliminary designs for an 8-cylinder engine featuring paired cylinder blocks mounted upon a barrel crankcase with an overhead camshaft operating two inlet and one exhaust valves per cylinder.

By 1922 the dimensions of the now Type 30-designated engine had increased to 60mm x 85mm yielding a capacity of just under two liters which was intended to coincide wit...

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£215,282

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£731,633

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