Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions: Celebrating Six Icons
Legend Forged - There’s something magical about cars that don’t just exist as machines, but as stories on wheels. In the world of automobiles, few brands carry history, artistry, and raw performance quite like Bugatti. And perhaps nothing embodies that better than the six-car “Les Légendes de Bugatti” collection — a tribute not only to engineering brilliance but also to the people and icons that shaped the marque’s legacy. Unlike the usual limited editions produced by mainstream carmakers, these Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions stand in a category of their own, each crafted with details that are as symbolic as they are breathtaking.
The six-car “Les Légendes de Bugatti” collection — a tribute not only to engineering brilliance but also to the people and icons that shaped the marque’s legacy. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
Every Bugatti Veyron Legend Edition was built upon the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, a convertible supercar with outrageous performance figures. Beneath its sculpted bodywork lies a quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine producing 1,183 horsepower. That power launches the car from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.6 seconds and on to a staggering 254 mph — even with the roof removed. Only three examples of each Legend Edition were created, making a total of 18 cars, and every single one was sold before the last model was even revealed. Each carried a price tag of around $3 million, yet exclusivity and heritage ensured that buyers secured them without hesitation.
The 2013 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Legend Edition posed along its ancestor Type 58G Tank, unveiled at the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, honored Jean-Piere Wimille. (Picture from: GTSpirit)
The first of the series was the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Legend Edition, which made its debut at Pebble Beach in 2013. Jean-Pierre Wimille was one of Bugatti’s great racing heroes, a man who won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1937 in a Bugatti Type 57G Tank and again in 1939 ina Type 57C Tank. He later became one of the company’s longest-serving test drivers, a role that cemented his name in Bugatti’s story.
The Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean Bugatti
Legend Edition unveiled at the the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show, honored
Jean Bugatti. (Picture from: Car.Blog.br)
Not long after, the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean Bugatti Legend Edition was unveiled at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. This car honored Jean Bugatti, the eldest son of Ettore Bugatti, and the creative mind behind the legendary Type 57SC Atlantic. Finished in jet black clear-coated carbon fiber with platinum accents, diamond-cut black wheels, and Jean’s signature laser-etched on the fuel cap, it radiated elegance in a way that only Bugatti could achieve.
The Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Meo Costantini Legend Edition unveiled at the the 2013 Dubai International Motor Show, honored Meo Costantini. (Picture from: Bonham)
The third tribute made its debut at the 2013 Dubai International Motor Show, where the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Meo Costantini Legend Edition commanded attention. Meo Costantini was not only a close friend of Ettore Bugatti but also a talented racing driver and the long-serving head of Bugatti’s factory team. His career highlights included winning the legendary Targa Florio twice behind the wheel ofthe Bugatti Type 35. This special edition embodied that racing heritage, carrying the true spirit of motorsport in its design.
The Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Rembrandt Bugatti Legend Edition unveiled at the the 2014 Geneva Motor Show,
honored Rembrandt Bugatti. (Picture from: Bonham)
At the 2014 Geneva Motor Show, the world was introduced to the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Rembrandt Bugatti Legend Edition. This model paid homage to Ettore Bugatti’s younger brother, Rembrandt, who was a celebrated sculptor in the early 20th century. Best known for his bronze animal sculptures, including the famous dancing elephant that adornedthe Bugatti Type 41 Royale, Rembrandt’s influence was reflected in the car’s bronze-tinted clear-coated carbon finish — a rolling tribute to his artistry.
The Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Black Bess Legend Edition made its debut at the 2014 Beijing Motor Show, honored the Type 18 “Black Bess,” one of the fastest road cars of its era in the early 1910s. (Picture from: MobileGuideAutoweb)
Next came the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Black Bess Legend Edition, unveiled at the 2014 Beijing Motor Show. It honored the Type 18 “Black Bess,”one of the fastest road cars of its era in the early 1910s. Just like its inspiration, the modern version was daring and extravagant, with 24-carat gold details surrounding the horseshoe grille and extending across the body through golden pinstripes. Black wheels, red brake calipers, and subtle touches of luxury made it a striking nod to pre-war automotive innovation.
The Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Ettore Bugatti Legend
Edition made its debut at the 2014 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance,, honored Ettore Bugatti himself, the founder of the marque in 1909. (Picture from: MobileGuideAutoweb)
The final masterpiece in the collection wasthe Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Ettore Bugatti Legend Edition, revealed at Pebble Beach in 2014. This car celebrated Ettore Bugatti himself, the founder of the marque in 1909. Its body combined hand-polished aluminum with clear-coated carbon fiber, echoing the majestic 1932 Bugatti Type 41 Royale, chassis number 41111. It was the perfect finale to the series, a tribute to the man who started it all.
When all six Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions gathered at Monterey Car Week in 2014, their collective worth reached about $17.6 million. (Picture from: ClassicDriver)
When all six Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions came together at Monterey Car Week in 2014, their combined presence was valued at around $17.6 million. Yet beyond the money, the gathering represented a celebration of history, heritage, and unmatched craftsmanship. | cWp3l0NNzgQ |
Even today, the Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions remain among the most extraordinary limited-edition supercars ever built. Each one carries a story carved into its design, connecting modern engineering with timeless legacy. They are not just machines designed for speed, but rolling works of art that preserve the spirit of Bugatti for generations to come. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BUGATTI | GTSPIRIT | CLASSICDRIVER | MOTORAUTHORITY | AUTOEVOLUTION | AUTOCAR | BONHAM | CAR.BLOG.BR | MOBILEGUIDEAUTOWEB ]
Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions: Celebrating Six Icons
Every Bugatti Veyron Legend Edition was built upon the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, a convertible supercar with outrageous performance figures. Beneath its sculpted bodywork lies a quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine producing 1,183 horsepower. That power launches the car from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.6 seconds and on to a staggering 254 mph — even with the roof removed. Only three examples of each Legend Edition were created, making a total of 18 cars, and every single one was sold before the last model was even revealed. Each carried a price tag of around $3 million, yet exclusivity and heritage ensured that buyers secured them without hesitation.
Even today, the Bugatti Veyron Legends Editions remain among the most extraordinary limited-edition supercars ever built. Each one carries a story carved into its design, connecting modern engineering with timeless legacy. They are not just machines designed for speed, but rolling works of art that preserve the spirit of Bugatti for generations to come. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BUGATTI | GTSPIRIT | CLASSICDRIVER | MOTORAUTHORITY | AUTOEVOLUTION | AUTOCAR | BONHAM | CAR.BLOG.BR | MOBILEGUIDEAUTOWEB ]
