Bugatti 1929 Type 43

Make

Bugatti

Model

1929 Type 43

Listed price

$1,495,000

Location

Astoria, New York

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The Bugatti Type 43 stands as a pivotal machine in the pantheon of early automotive performance, a true grand tourer from an era when such a concept was still being defined. Introduced in 1927, it effectively merged the chassis of the Type 38 touring car with the formidable 2.3-liter supercharged straight-eight engine from the legendary Type 35B Grand Prix racer. This potent combination, capable of propelling the Type 43 to speeds exceeding 100 mph, cemented its reputation as the fastest production car in the world upon its debut and made it a darling of gentlemen racers and discerning motorists alike. With only around 160 examples ever produced, each Type 43 represents a significant piece of Ettore Bugatti's vision for combining elegance with engineering prowess. This particular 1929 Bugatti Type 43, chassis 43248, presents a fascinating glimpse into its storied past. Originally invoiced to Belgian Bugatti agent Joseph Reinartz, it was delivered new on January 15, 1929, to its first owner, Frédéric Deflandre, near Liège, Belgium. Uniquely, this example was initially supplied with a temporary two-seat body, a testament to the bespoke nature of Bugatti coachbuilding during this period. It has since been graced with a striking Roadster body by Eugène Matthys, enhancing its classic lines and sporting character. To own a Bugatti Type 43 is to possess a tangible link to the golden age of motoring, a masterpiece of design and engineering that continues to captivate.