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£1,350,440 (Est: £1,350,440)

1938 Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet by D'Ieteren

United States • 15 Aug 2026 • Lot 139

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AI Listing Summary

This 1938 Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet, a one-of-a-kind D'Ieteren creation, boasts unique coachwork and retains many original components, including its engine and chassis. Formerly owned by artist André Derain, it comes with extensive documentation and original fitted luggage, making it a significant find for collectors.

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Condition 

9

The listing describes the car as an "exceptionally attractive and high-quality Type 57 Bugatti" that "[r]etains many original components, including engine, chassis, and coachwork" and has been "Properly tended to by well-known marque specialists." While not explicitly stating 'perfect', this suggests near-perfect condition with minimal signs of wear. It does not mention any dents, scratches, or curb marks, aligning with the criteria for an Outstanding (9) rating.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

57589

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

AO78

RHD/LHD:

LHD

The only example built in this three-seater, Aravis-inspired design by D’Ieteren of Belgium Beautifully sculpted and distinctive coachwork with unique features Retains many original components, including engine, chassis, and coachwork Formerly owned by renowned Fauvist painter and Bugattiste, André Derain Fascinating documentation, including copies of factory build sheets and copies of period photographs Accompanied by its original, unrestored fitted luggage Properly tended to by well-known marque specialists An exceptionally attractive and high-quality Type 57 Bugatti

Points of note

£206,612

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£469,850

Median Price (Since 2020)

£4,047,000

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