The Last W16 Milestone: First Bugatti W16 Mistral Leaves the Atelier

The Bugatti W16 Mistral stands as the ultimate tribute to Bugatti’s legendary roadster heritage, tracing its lineage back to icons like the 1934 Type 57 Roadster Grand Raid Usine and the Type 57S Roadster by Corsica.

Unveiled in 2022 at Monterey Car Week, the W16 Mistral immediately captivated enthusiasts with its soulful design and unparalleled performance, setting the stage for an extraordinary journey across the globe—from Europe to the Middle East, Tokyo, Singapore, and the winding roads of southern France, where the Mistral wind lends its name to this masterpiece.

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The World’s Fastest Roadster

While the W16 Mistral’s design exudes elegance, beneath its aerodynamic form lies an engineering marvel—Bugatti’s legendary W16 engine, delivering an electrifying open-top experience. In 2024, it cemented its place in history, achieving a top-speed record of 453.91 km/h, officially becoming the fastest roadster ever built.

First Deliveries: A Masterpiece in Motion

Now, the first W16 Mistral units are reaching their esteemed owners in the USA, each a bespoke work of automotive art. Two distinct examples showcase Bugatti’s unrivaled craftsmanship and personalization:

• Black Carbon Edition: A striking all-black exterior with Bugatti Light Blue Sport accents, evoking power and refinement. Its matte-finished engine cover pays homage to the iconic W16 engine, while the cockpit is adorned with Light Blue leather, Black Carbon accents, and Beluga Black stitching.
• White Glacier Edition: A dazzling duotone design featuring White Glacier with Blue Carbon elements and Atlantic Blue & Italian Red details, symbolizing both Bugatti’s French heritage and a tribute to the Star-Spangled Banner. Inside, a pristine white leather cabin with Lake Blue stitching enhances its purity.

Exquisite Details: A Legacy Preserved

Both models incorporate Rembrandt Bugatti’s “Dancing Elephant” sculpture within the gear lever, an homage to the legendary Type 41 Royale. Each version is uniquely personalized—the Black Mistral’s sculpture set in Bugatti Light Blue leather, while the White Glacier edition’s is framed in Italian Red glass and handcrafted wood.

A Spectacular Farewell to the W16 Era

With the Chiron era concluded and Bugatti’s next chapter unfolding with the Tourbillon, the W16 Mistral marks the grand finale of the legendary W16 engine. Bugatti Managing Director Hendrik Malinowski describes it as:
“A spectacular showcase of Bugatti’s roadster legacy and a beautiful closing chapter for the W16 era—exclusive, elegant, and powerful in every sense. It is a wonder of engineering for the ages.”

As this final encore of the W16 engine reaches its owners, they will experience firsthand the unparalleled thrill, craftsmanship, and heritage that define the Bugatti W16 Mistral—an icon that will forever stand as the ultimate roadster.

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