Bugatti Enthusiasts Embark on Epic Tour for Type 35's 100th Anniversary
Bugatti Club France led a week-long tour from Molsheim to Lyon, celebrating the centenary of the legendary Type 35 race car that debuted in 1924.
2,500+
49
700 km
What Happened
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the iconic Type 35, Bugatti Club France organized a tour from Molsheim to Lyon, retracing the car's debut at the 1924 Grand Prix de Lyon. Enthusiasts from nine countries brought 49 vintage Bugattis, including 23 Type 35s and one of the original 1924 race cars. The tour began at Bugatti's historic headquarters in Molsheim, where Ettore Bugatti founded the company in 1909.
Tour starts in Molsheim with a visit to Château Saint Jean and departure to Mulhouse.
Tour concludes in Lyon with a gala dinner and participation in a parade of 120 pre-war cars celebrating the Grand Prix de Lyon.
2,500+
The Bugatti Type 35 achieved more than 2,500 race victories during its racing career, a record that remains unmatched.
“We are delighted to have brought together Bugatti enthusiasts from around the world, from nine countries, to celebrate this historic milestone of the Bugatti Type 35. For us, it was the perfect opportunity to start our special event in Molsheim, where Ettore's adventure began. Connecting the past with the present is a core value for both the Bugatti brand and the Bugatti Club France.”
Why this matters
The Type 35 is one of the most successful race cars in history with over 2,500 wins, and this tour underscores its lasting legacy and the passion of the Bugatti community.
Terms in This Story
- Type 35
- A legendary Bugatti race car model from the 1920s, known for its lightweight design and numerous racing victories.
- Grand Prix
- A major international racing event; the term originally referred to the highest class of motorsport.
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