1988 De La Chapelle Bugatti 55 Without reserve Chassis: VF9553BC533188044 French registration - Model wanted - Same owner for 20 years - Nice tribute to Bugatti ERRATUM: A fuel supply problem is to be reported, the vehicle won't start.

Born into a family with a passion for cars, Xavier de La Chapelle has forged a solid reputation for the quality of his creations and his technical rigor.

In 1978, at the Geneva Motor Show, he presented his first car: an evocation of the legendary Bugatti Type 55, designed not as a simple replica, but as a genuine tribute to the Molsheim brand.

These creations were recognized by the brand, which authorized him to affix the mythical badge to his cars.

Based in Saint-Chamond, near Lyon, De La Chapelle developed an ambitious project: to combine the timeless design of the 1930s with modern, reliable mechanical solutions.

The result is a car that retains the spirit of a Bugatti roadster, while offering real everyday driving pleasure.

Beneath its elegant ...