BUGATTI Atelier🔥 The Last of the W16 Powerhouse

It’s the end of an era—and the beginning of a legend. The first units of the Bugatti W16 Mistral are officially rolling out of the Molsheim Atelier, marking the final chapter for Bugatti’s legendary quad-turbo W16 engine. With just 99 units, each meticulously hand-crafted, this hyper-roadster is not just an automobile—it's a piece of history.

Let’s take a look at what makes the W16 Mistral one of the most significant Bugattis ever built.

🔥 The Last of the W16 Powerhouse
At the heart of the W16 Mistral is the most powerful iteration of Bugatti’s iconic 8.0L quad-turbo W16 engine, pushing 1,578 horsepower. This is the same powertrain that powered the record-breaking Chiron Super Sport 300+, giving the Mistral a top speed of 453.91 km/h (282 mph)—making it the fastest open-top roadster in history.

🔹 1,578 HP (1,600 PS) of pure, unfiltered Bugatti power
🔹 Quad-Turbocharged 8.0L W16 – The final Bugatti to feature this legendary engine
🔹 7-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission – Rapid gear shifts for an uncompromising experience
🔹 Top Speed: 453.91 km/h (282 mph) – The fastest roadster ever created

This isn’t just a farewell to the W16—it’s one last world record before Bugatti moves toward its next era of hybrid hypercars.

🏎️ Engineering the Ultimate Roadster
Redesigning a Bugatti hypercar for an open-top experience while maintaining record-breaking speeds was no small feat.

🔸 Aerodynamically Tuned Wind Deflection – Ensures stability even at extreme speeds
🔸 Ultra-Lightweight Carbon Fiber Chassis – Rigid yet optimized for agility
🔸 Roof-Mounted Air Intakes – Positioned directly behind the seats to feed air to the W16 engine
🔸 X-Shaped Taillights & Functional Air Diffusers – Inspired by the Bolide, enhancing aerodynamics

Every detail of the Mistral was crafted for speed, stability, and driving pleasure, ensuring that this final W16-powered Bugatti is an unmatched experience on the road.

🎨 Design & Exclusivity: A Collector’s Dream
The W16 Mistral blends Bugatti’s heritage with its modern hypercar DNA, resulting in an unparalleled open-top design.

✨ Inspired by the Mistral Wind – Fast, untamed, and powerful
🏁 Homage to the Type 57 Grand Raid – Classic Bugatti styling cues reimagined
🌊 Seamless Bodywork & Flowing Lines – Designed for beauty & aerodynamics
🚀 Limited to Just 99 Units – Every car is a one-of-one masterpiece, fully customized for its owner

The Mistral is already sold out, each priced at over $5 million. Owning one means owning the very last piece of Bugatti’s W16 history.

🏁 The W16’s Grand Farewell
As the first W16 Mistrals leave the Bugatti Atelier, they signal the end of an engineering marvel. Bugatti’s next era will focus on hybrid and electric hypercars, making the W16 Mistral the last of its kind.

With its record-breaking speed, iconic design, and historical significance, the Mistral isn’t just a Bugatti hypercar—it’s an automotive legend.

What do you think? Is this the ultimate farewell for the W16, or would you have wanted one last track-focused variant? Let’s discuss! 🚀🔥

Daniel Chyi 戚钊

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