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Let's talk about Bugatti

Bugatti is a French automotive company that has been specializing in the production of sports, racing and exclusive cars since its inception. Even during the exhibitions of exclusive cars, the legendary Bugatti always have a special place. At one time, the founder of the company was able to impress the public with his new products so much that they began to say that no one had repeated his success to this day.

Bugatti was founded by engineer and artist Ettore Bugatti in 1909. In an era of widespread popularization of advanced technology, Bugatti chose the path of maximizing structural lightness and increasing mechanical efficiency. As a result of his efforts, mobile cars began to enter the market, capable of accelerating to "mind-boggling" 100 km / h. So, the Type 13, proposed by the company's chief engineer Ernest Frederick, was able to finish in second place at the French Grand Prix races at the end of July 1911. In fact, this car was the biggest achievement of the brand on the eve of the First World War. The technical stuffing from the Bugatti Type 13, in various variations, formed the basis of all Bugatti, up to the Type 59 model.

In the 1920s, the Type 35 GP model brought the French brand worldwide fame. For all the time of its stellar existence, this car won more than one and a half thousand victories and was even recognized as the most successful model of the Grand Prix class, which predetermined the high demand for new Bugatti.

In this car, everything served a single purpose - maximum speed. The model was characterized by excellent road holding and a brilliant combination of performance and technical elegance. Another successful sports car of the time was the Type 40, released in 1922 and nicknamed "Bugatti's Morris Cowley".

Starting next year, the production of the luxurious Bugatti Type 43 begins with a turbocharging system and other technical solutions inherited from the Type 35B. Although the car was not positioned as a sports car, the manufacturer released a carefully balanced version of the Type 44 based on it.

Another stage in the technical improvement of Bugatti cars was the deliberately extravagant Type 41 (aka Royale), released in 1927. Thanks to the extended wheelbase, the model received unprecedented handling: the car surprised with its maneuverability in the city and on the highway. Wheels with spokes made of piano strings have become a real work of art.

The 30th year was associated for Bugatti with great sporting achievements and the debut of two cars at once at the 24-hour Le MANs race. These unassuming Bugattis appeared to be based on the Type 40 design, allowing them to gracefully and relentlessly follow the leaders of the race.

The next year was even more significant for the brand: the Type 50 was released, which was fundamentally different from competitive developments for 24-hour racing. While other sports car manufacturers were only designing more powerful engines, Bugatti already had a 250 hp 5-liter 8-cylinder engine at its disposal. Although traces of American racing cars were found in this car, it turned out to be completely exclusive.