1931-1933 Bugatti Type 50
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The Low Down
Ettore Bugatti’s twin-camshaft engine design (inspired by the two Miller Indianapolis cars in his possession) revitalised the fortunes of his racing team. As the rules for Grand Prix racing in 1931 put no restriction on e...
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Simon Says
“As a two-tone Profilée coupé one of 1930s motoring’s most dramatic designs – and valued accordingly”
Information
| Years built: | 1931-1933 |
| Make: | Bugatti |
| Model: | Type 50 |
| Coachbuilder: | Various |
| Body: | Coachbuilt |
| Engine Size: | 4972cc supercharged DOHC straight-eight |
| Bhp: | 225 |
| 0-60 secs: | 14.0 secs |
| Top Speed Mph: | 125 mph |
| Category: | Grand Touring, Pre-War |
| Event Eligibility: | Colorado Grand | Le Mans Classic | Marque Events | Mille Miglia | Pebble Beach Concours | Villa d'Este |
Did You Know?
The Type 50’s big straight-eight was fitted to the short-lived 16-cylinder Type 47’s chassis to form the Type 54 Grand Prix car. The Autocar described the car as having “been desi...
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