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The Bugatti Type 57, introduced in 1934, incorporated many new features. It was the first new model built under Jean Bugatti's direction and with his own coachwork designs built by a number of outside companies. It can certainly be considered the most celebrated non-racing Bugatti ever built. Introduced in 1934 with the production continuing to the outbreak of war in 1939, there were 710 built. It was a design and engineering masterpiece with its chassis fitted most often with one of four standard bodies designed entirely by Jean Bugatti, son of Ettore. The Type 57 was the first Bugatti that didn't share its chassis design with race cars, as had earlier models. It rivaled competitors Delahaye and Delage by offering a car capable of high performance without sacrificing comfort, luxury, or convenience.
This 1934 Bugatti Type 57 with Stelvio body was built by Carrosserie Gangloff in Colmar, France. An early Type 57, it owes its existence to the fact that it was hidden under a pile of hay in a barn in France during World War II. Upon discovery after the war and with the assistance of Bob Baer, it was acquired by a CIA agent named David Meize who was stationed in Europe. Mr. Meize was an active Bugatti Club member and would hold on to the car for many years. He would then sell the car to a Mr. John Risch, Sr., a fellow Bugatti Club member. It was kept in the Risch family until 1964.
This Bugatti retains its original engine, paint, and interior. The odometer shows just 36,000 kilometers from new.
This car has been carefully stored in a climate-controlled environment and had not seen the light of day for over 25 years. A coming out at 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance was the first showing, where it received a significant award in the Pre-War Preservation class.
Wearing nearly all of its original paint and interior upholstery, it has been lovingly preserved. It has always been in the hands of meticulous, mindful collectors who clearly understand the significance of its originality.
This 1934 Bugatti Type 57 with Stelvio body was built by Carrosserie Gangloff in Colmar, France. An early Type 57, it owes its existence to the fact that it was hidden under a pile of hay in a barn in France during World War II. Upon discovery after the war and with the assistance of Bob Baer, it was acquired by a CIA agent named David Meize who was stationed in Europe. Mr. Meize was an active Bugatti Club member and would hold on to the car for many years. He would then sell the car to a Mr. John Risch, Sr., a fellow Bugatti Club member. It was kept in the Risch family until 1964.
This Bugatti retains its original engine, paint, and interior. The odometer shows just 36,000 kilometers from new.
This car has been carefully stored in a climate-controlled environment and had not seen the light of day for over 25 years. A coming out at 2016 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance was the first showing, where it received a significant award in the Pre-War Preservation class.
Wearing nearly all of its original paint and interior upholstery, it has been lovingly preserved. It has always been in the hands of meticulous, mindful collectors who clearly understand the significance of its originality.
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1934 Bugatti Type 57 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Bugatti Type 57
(Data based on Model Year 1934 sales)
1934 BUGATTI TYPE 57 VENTOUX Chassis#: 57297 Sold for USD$472,500 2024 Gooding & Co: Selections From The Mullin Collection Auction | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Galibier Chassis#: 57140 Sold for USD$282,837 2024 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio Chassis#: 57190 Sold for USD$467,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Galibier Chassis#: 57224 Sold for USD$179,200 2021 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours Auction | |
1934 BUGATTI TYPE 57 CABRIOLET Chassis#: 57127 Sold for USD$1,325,000 2021 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Cabriolet par Vanvooren Chassis#: 57162 Sold for USD$548,171 2020 Artcurial : Retromobile | |
1934 BUGATTI TYPE 57 COUPE VENTOUX Sold for USD$446,661 2011 Automobiles sur les Champs 2 | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio Drophead Coupe Chassis#: 57202 Sold for USD$419,500 2009 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Ventoux Chassis#: 57315 Sold for USD$256,481 2009 Coys Auction - Monaco | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Ventoux Coach Chassis#: 57319 Sold for USD$213,857 2009 Bonhams - Automobiles d'Exception à Retromobile | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Sports Saloon Chassis#: 57158 Sold for USD$393,343 2009 Bonhams - Automobiles d'Exception à Retromobile | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Chassis#: 57169 Sold for USD$726,000 2008 Gooding & Company | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Double Cabriolet Stelvio Chassis#: 57164 Sold for USD$326,000 2008 Bonhams - The Greenwich Concours d'Elegance | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 Galibier Sedan Sold for USD$242,000 2008 RM Auctions - Classic Car Auction of Michigan |
Bugatti Type 57s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1934 Bugatti Type 57's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1934 Bugatti Type 57 Stelvio Convertible | 57195 | 2023 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | $500,000 | $600,000 | |
1934 Bugatti Type 57 coach Pre-Série Gangloff | 57106 | 2017 Artcurial : Retromobile | $430,000 | $530,000 |
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