Bugatti enthusiasts embark on epic journey to honor 100 years of the Type 35
Club Bugatti France organized a 1,000 km tour from Molsheim to Lyon to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the iconic Type 35, which debuted in the 1924 Grand Prix de Lyon.
- 100 years
- 2,500+
What Happened
In celebration of the Type 35's 100th anniversary, Club Bugatti France organized a tour from Molsheim to Lyon, retracing the route the cars took to the 1924 Grand Prix de Lyon. The event began on May 13 at Bugatti's premises in Molsheim, where founder Ettore Bugatti started the company in 1909, and concluded in Lyon on May 20.
The Type 35, unveiled in 1924, earned over 2,500 racing victories and is considered Bugatti's most iconic model. Five Type 35s competed in the 1924 Grand Prix at Lyon, marking a new era in motorsport. The tour featured 49 classic cars, including 23 Type 35 examples, one of which raced in 1924.
“We are delighted to have brought together Bugatti enthusiasts from across the globe, traveling from nine countries, to celebrate the historic milestone of the Bugatti Type 35”
2,500+
The Type 35 achieved more than 2,500 wins during its racing career.
Why this matters
This tour celebrates the Type 35's century of dominance in motorsport and Bugatti's dedication to preserving its heritage, making it a significant event for automotive history enthusiasts.
Terms in This Story
- Type 35
- Bugatti's iconic race car introduced in 1924, known for its numerous racing victories.
- Grand Prix
- A major international motorsport race.
- Bugatti Royale
- A luxury car model conceived in 1930, significant for its historic proportions.
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