Bugatti W16 Mistral 'Caroline' is a bespoke Sur Mesure homage to the owner's daughter
A Bugatti collector commissioned a one-off W16 Mistral named after his daughter, featuring custom lavender paint, hand-painted floral motifs on the rear wing, and intricate embroidery throughout the cabin.
What Happened
The Bugatti W16 Mistral 'Caroline' is a one-off custom roadster created under the Sur Mesure program. It is named after the owner's daughter and features a unique 'Lavender' paint developed from dozens of floral-inspired samples. The rear wing bears a hand-painted composition of lilac and iris petals, with the name 'Caroline' inscribed in the center. The lower body uses open 'Violet Carbon' weave for contrast.
Inside, the cabin continues the floral theme with white and midnight blue leather accented by violet tones. Each headrest features a mirrored hand-embroidered floral motif using layered stitching with thousands of threads. The door panels have dynamic embroidery that appears to float, and the gear selector contains Rembrandt Bugatti's 'Dancing Elephant' encased in tinted glass. The entire interior harmonizes texture, material, and light to reflect the owner's personal vision.
Why this matters
This custom build showcases Bugatti's Sur Mesure program, which allows clients to create one-of-a-kind vehicles blending personal stories with the brand's craftsmanship and engineering.
Terms in This Story
- Sur Mesure
- French for 'made to measure', it is Bugatti's bespoke customization program that allows clients to create unique vehicles.
- W16
- A 16-cylinder engine configuration with four banks of four cylinders each, used in Bugatti hypercars.
- Haute Couture
- French for 'high sewing', it refers to high-end fashion design and craftsmanship.
Summarised from the linked release; details can be imperfect — always verify against the original source.