Bugatti Type 57 T Concept Car
The Bugatti Type 57 concept, known as the Type 57 T, is a stunning what-if grand tourer designed by Arthur Nustas that reimagines the legendary 1930s Type 57S for the Chiron era. It blends classic Bugatti coachbuilding cues, two-tone paint, a dorsal seam, and a sweeping long hood, with the modern design language of the brand's 1,500hp hypercars, creating one of the most beautiful grand-tourer concepts the marque never built.
What inspired the Bugatti Type 57 T concept?
The newest Bugatti Chiron is the ultimate car: 1,500hp, incredible design, and extraordinary performance. Bugatti has always been known for producing amazing cars, and one of their most expensive remains the classic Type 57SC Atlantic, widely considered the best grand touring automobile of its time. The Type 57 T concept draws a direct line from that golden-age icon to the modern Bugatti, asking what a contemporary grand tourer from Molsheim might look like. The full design study is showcased on Arthur Nustas's portfolio.
Who designed the Type 57 T and what does it represent?
While Bugatti entertained the thought of developing a different line of cars back in 2012 with the Galibier concept, production was cancelled despite hints in late 2016 that it might return. Designed by Arthur Nustas, this concept shows what a modern-day grand tourer would look like if Bugatti were to build it. It borrowed styling cues from the Chiron and drew heavy inspiration from the new design language. As Designboom notes, the 57 T takes the classic 57S chassis and updates it with an elongated body, C-shaped doors, and a driver-focused cockpit.
What would the Type 57 T be like to drive?
While the Chiron uses a mid-mounted engine and all-wheel drive, the long sweeping hood of this concept suggests the car would use a front-mounted engine with either all-wheel or rear-wheel drive. The front of the car is quite similar to the Chiron, featuring the iconic headlights split into eight elements. Inside, you find the same iconic design notes from Bugatti's high-end rides: the central spine, beautiful leather stitching, and the high-end materials to match.
Could the Bugatti Type 57 T ever be built?
There is little to no chance that this sort of Bugatti would reach the market now, but it does not hurt to dream. The 57 T concept car would be the most stylish contender among grand tourers like the Rolls-Royce Phantom and the Bentley Continental GT, a front-engined statement of luxury and speed wearing one of the most storied badges in motoring.
Where to find Bugatti and grand-tourer machines at TheArsenale
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