Discover how Bugatti’s heritage team meticulously restored the legendary Veyron Super Sport prototype, reviving its record‑breaking spirit. Read the full story now!
Bugatti has completed the painstaking restoration of an early‑production prototype of its famed Veyron Super Sport, the hypercar that smashed the world speed record more than a decade ago.
Prototype’s storied past
The car, used by Bugatti for testing and global media events in the early 2010s, logged over 70,000 km – a rare mileage figure for a hyper‑car that is normally kept under lock and key.
The six‑month restoration
The work was carried out by Bugatti’s heritage division, La Maison Pur Sang, and took roughly six months to bring the vehicle back to near‑original condition.
Exterior reborn
The body was completely rebuilt in carbon‑fiber and finished with a glossy paint that restores the iconic orange hue of the World Record edition. All panels were polished to a showroom shine.
Interior refreshed
New leather upholstery was installed, the seats were fully re‑shaped, and the steering wheel was completely refurbished with original stitching and inner trim inserts. The cabin now looks and feels as fresh as it did when first built.
Mechanical heart untouched, yet upgraded
While the legendary 8.0‑litre quad‑turbo W16 engine and the 7‑speed dual‑clutch gearbox remain the core powertrain, Bugatti upgraded several ancillary systems – such as the electronics and cooling – to ensure reliable performance.
The restored Veyron Super Sport still delivers roughly 1,200 hp, the power that propelled it to a top speed of 431 km/h (268 mph) in 2010, a record that stood as the highest for a production car at the time.
From factory to collector
Upon completion, the car was handed over to a private collector, accompanied by a full dossier documenting its development, usage, and the restoration journey.
Why the restoration matters
Beyond the technical achievement, the project underscores Bugatti’s commitment to preserving automotive heritage. The Veyron Super Sport epitomizes an era when manufacturers raced to push speed limits, paving the way for today’s modern hypercars.
— Chí Nguyên (via Top Gear)