Bugatti entered a new chapter in 1998 when the Volkswagen Group acquired the historic French marque. Rather than simply revive the name, Volkswagen aimed to reestablish Bugatti as the pinnacle of ultra-high-performance motoring. The brand’s headquarters were returned to Molsheim, France – its historic home – and a new team was tasked with developing a car that would redefine the limits of engineering and luxury. The result was the Veyron, unveiled in 2005 – a 1,001 hp landmark car that redefined expectations for speed, engineering, and refinement.

More than a decade later, Bugatti introduced its successor, the Chiron, at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show. Named for Louis Chiron, one of the marque’s most celebrated racing drivers, virtually every component of the new model was either entirely new or significantly refined, ushering in a sweeping evolution in performance, design, and usability. “We have made the best even better,” said Bugatti CEO Wolfgang Dürheimer at the debut. “The Chiron is the result of our efforts to improve upon every aspect of its predecessor – technically, aesthetically, and emotionally.”

At its core was a thoroughly revised version of Bugatti’s 8.0-liter, quadturbocharged W-16 engine, now producing 1,479 hp at 6,700 rpm and 1,180 lbs./ft. of torque at a low 2,000 rpm. Paired to a seven-speed, dual-clutch gearbox and all-wheel-drive system, the Chiron could reach 60 mph in 2.4 seconds and continue on to a limited top speed of 261 mph.

The Chiron featured a new carbon fiber monocoque and aluminum rear substructure, offering exceptional rigidity and crash protection. The adaptive suspension, electronically controlled differentials, and active aerodynamics worked in concert to balance stability and agility, adjusting in real time to speed, input, and road conditions. Four driving modes – EB, Autobahn, Handling, and Top Speed – allowed drivers to tailor the car’s behavior to various conditions. Top Speed mode, activated via a dedicated Speed Key, optimized aerodynamics and chassis settings to safely access the car’s upper limits.

Visually, the Chiron retained familiar Bugatti cues, such as the horseshoe grille and pronounced centerline spine, while introducing a more muscular, sculpted aesthetic. The dramatic C-shaped side curve served not only as a design signature but also as a functional intake for cooling the engine.

Inside, the cockpit featured a minimalist layout, with exposed carbon fiber, machined aluminum switchgear, and hand-stitched leather. A central analog speedometer, marked to 500 km/h (310 mph), served as a constant reminder of the car’s capability. In 2018, Bugatti introduced the Chiron Sport, the first official factory variant of the model, designed to offer sharper handling and a more dynamic driving experience without compromising day-to-day usability.

Though the Sport retained the standard Chiron’s power output, it incorporated several key changes to improve agility and response. Among these were weight savings, totaling approximately 18 kg (approximately 40 pounds), achieved through lightweight forged wheels, a carbon fiber anti-roll bar, and a lighter exhaust and rear glass. Suspension calibration was revised for greater stiffness, while steering and torque vectoring systems received updated software to provide quicker feedback and more precise control.

Externally, the Chiron Sport stood apart with black anodized quad exhaust tips, model-specific wheels, and optional exposed carbon fiber bodywork in a variety of tinted finishes. Interior updates included contrast stitching, “Sport” branding, and additional trim options to reflect its performance focus.

Speaking at the model’s debut during the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, Bugatti President Stephan Winkelmann explained, “We have developed the Chiron Sport for customers wanting an even sportier driving experience with their Chiron, with improved lateral dynamics on winding roads. The Chiron Sport is perceptibly more nimble, and its new agility – especially in tight corners – makes for a much more emotional experience for the driver.”

Produced from 2016 to 2024, Bugatti Chiron production was limited to just 500 units worldwide, including 207 examples of the standard “base” model alongside numerous special variants. Among these, only 60 examples of the Chiron Sport were built. Buyers were encouraged to tailor their cars extensively, choosing from a wide range of exterior colors, exposed carbon fiber finishes, and bespoke interior trims.

This 2019 Bugatti Chiron Sport is a highly specified example, finished in full exposed black carbon, a $315,000 option, with distinctive French Racing Blue accents throughout. These include the painted horseshoe grille ($7,500), rear light trim in Nocturne ($15,000), brake calipers ($6,200), mirror caps ($3,100), inner signature line ($18,600), and safety belts ($2,500). Inside, a Beluga Black leather and carbon fiber interior package ($68,000) echoed and extended the car’s exterior theme.

Among its many standard features were carbon-frame sport seats, a sevenspeaker Accuton 3D audio system, navigation, SiriusXM satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, automatic climate control, lightweight “Course” wheels, carbon fiber windshield wipers, and a four-pipe exhaust deflector.

Specially ordered by its current owner – a collector whose Bugatti history spans from the Artioli-era EB110 to the marque’s modern offerings – this example was delivered new via Braman Bugatti Miami in late 2018. Documented by its original window sticker, it carried a base MSRP of $3,260,000, with factory options totaling $435,900, bringing the final sticker price to $3,695,900.

Since its delivery, this Chiron has accrued a very modest 1,123 miles from new. In 2023, the consignor took part in Bugatti’s “400 Drive” event at Cape Canaveral, Florida, where it was driven to 247 mph on the Space Force Station Skid Strip.

In January 2025, the Chiron was sent back to Braman Bugatti Miami for its five-year low-mileage service. Costing $33,350.54 in parts and labor, the service included fresh fluids and filters throughout the drivetrain, cooling, and hydraulic systems, along with replacement of key wear items such as the drive belt, air filter, and spark plugs.

An amalgam of excesses, the Bugatti Chiron Sport shattered expectations when Car and Driver tested it in February 2021. The magazine could barely contain its enthusiasm, stating, “This car is not normal in any way. It’s not a sports car exactly, and it sure doesn’t look like a luxury car. It’s a two-seat suborbital capsule with beyond-space-age aesthetics and nth-degree detailing. And it’s built to standards to which all automakers aspire.”

Accompanied by its books, original window sticker, delivery accessories and recent five-year service receipt, this meticulously preserved Chiron Sport presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most exclusive and dramatically specified examples of Bugatti’s modern flagship. Displayed at ModaMiami in 2025, this example has already been recognized among the most significant contemporary collector cars.

With its striking exposed carbon finish, bespoke factory options, and limited production, this Bugatti Chiron Sport stands among the most distinctive expressions of the marque’s modern era. Now out of production, it embodies a singular fusion of performance, design, and rarity from one of the most storied names in automotive history.