1994 Bugatti EB110 Coupe

The Bugatti EB110 GT prototype was launched at Versailles on 11 September 1991. The production version followed a year later. The EB110 GT came with a 213 mph top speed and an equally remarkable price tag. Unfortunately, it was introduced during a worldwide economic recession, during which the market for expensive supercars quickly evaporated. A short time later, the company was dissolved and the assets were sold to Jochen Dauer, after just 115 cars had been built, including 84 EB110 GTs, as well as prototypes and racing variants. Dauer completed another 11 from partially completed cars as well.

The 561 horsepower, quad-turbocharged V12 engine was developed by Gandini and Stanzani. The four turbos were an industry first and featured dual overhead camshafts and fuel injection. It was centrally located and mated to a six-speed manual transmission and all-wheel drive. It was the first production car with a fully carbon fiber chassis and also featured a sophisticated and roomy leather interior and air conditioning.

This example has 16,250 kilometers and is finished in silver with grey leather interior.

In 2012, this car was offered for sale at the Monaco sale presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for €220.000-€260.000. Bidding reached €200.000 but was not enough to satisfy the vehicle's reserve. It would leave the auction unsold.

By Daniel Vaughan | Jun 2012