The Bugatti Type 35 made its debut in 1924 at the French Grand Prix, easily achieving speeds that exceeded 100 mph. In 1926 a supercharger was installed, bringing horsepower from 90 to 130 at the rear wheels, and speeds of up to 120 mph were possible. The engine's appearance was equally impressive, as the block and head were sculpted from aluminum and the engine-turned finish over the firewall. 
Boattail Speedster
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Auction entries : 1The supercharged Bugatti Type 35B was the work of Ettore Bugatti. Its elegant shape featured the traditional horseshoe grille, the cockpit being the widest part of the body, and from there the design tapered rearwards to form a boat tail at the back. The Bugatti Type 35B was responsible for capturing numerous racing victories, with 412 earned in 1925 alone. From 1924 through 1929, the Bugatti dominated international competition.
by Daniel Vaughan | May 2019
Boattail Speedster
Chassis #: 4938
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Auction entries : 1
by Daniel Vaughan | May 2019
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The Bugatti Type 35 is regarded by many as one of the most beautiful pre-war racers from the legendary Bugatti Company. Its beauty is matched by its accomplishments, is one of the most successful pre-war racer winning over 1000 races and capturing the 1926 Grand Prix World Championship with 351 races. During that two-year period, it also claimed 47 records. From 1925 through 1929, the Bugatti Type....
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THE LEGENDARY BUGATTI TYPE 35 – THE WORLD'S MOST SUCCESSFUL RACING CAR
Light, strong, fast and elegant. The Bugatti Type 35 is one of the most successful racing cars of all time. And deservedly so the French manufacturers open-top sports car secured over 2,000 victories between 1924 and 1930. Today, the Type 35 is a legend in international motor sport. And a whole lot more besides. The Bugatti Type 35 is one of the icons of Bugattis rich history and tradition.....
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