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Bugatti T35C

Grand Prix Winning Bugatti

Type35C

Model

Grand Prix

Year of construction

750kg

Weight

135hp

Horsepower

2-Liter 8-inline

Cylinder Capacity

The Bugatti Type 35C was a supercharged evolution of the legendary Type 35 Grand Prix car, featuring a 2.0-liter straight-eight engine with enhanced performance. Renowned for its engineering precision and elegant design, it dominated 1920s motorsport with exceptional handling and over 1,000 race victories.

Model History

The Bugatti Type 35 C stands as one of the most celebrated and successful Grand Prix cars of all time — a pure expression of Ettore Bugatti’s philosophy of combining technical precision with artistic beauty. Introduced in 1926 as an evolution of the legendary Type 35, the “C” (for compressor) version featured a supercharged 2.0-litre straight-eight engine, delivering around 128 horsepower and a top speed of over 200 km/h — remarkable figures for its era.

Its signature horseshoe radiator, lightweight alloy wheels, and finely balanced chassis made the Type 35 C as elegant as it was competitive. The car’s advanced engineering ensured unmatched reliability and agility, giving it an edge on both road and circuit.

The Type 35 C became a dominant force in Grand Prix racing during the late 1920s, continuing Bugatti’s reign of success that saw the Type 35 family win over 1,000 races in total — a record rarely rivaled in motorsport history. Among its most renowned victories were triumphs at the Grand Prix de France, the Targa Florio, and numerous European Championship events, often driven by icons like Louis Chiron, René Dreyfus, and Achille Varzi.

Combining artistry, performance, and innovation, the Bugatti Type 35 C remains a symbol of the golden age of Grand Prix racing — a masterpiece that embodies the grace, speed, and mechanical genius that defined Bugatti’s pre-war dominance.

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Chassis #4871

Chassis #4871 began its remarkable journey as a factory entry at the 1928 Targa Florio. Soon after, it was delivered to Paris and sold to Janine Jennky, who continued its winning momentum. That same year, #4871 claimed multiple victories, including the Coupe de Bourgogne 4h, the Gaillon Hillclimb, and the Gometz-le-Châtel Hillclimb. In 1930, Jean de Maleplane took over the wheel, securing a class win at the Oran Grand Prix on April 27.

Following a competitive career spanning 31 known races, the car concluded its period racing days in Nîmes in 1933, finishing second with Ricardo Bernasconi driving. He officially registered the car in March 1932 under the plate 2515 KJ 2—a number it still proudly carries today. At Ettore Bugatti’s suggestion, the car was later repainted in Italian racing red and stored away in a discreet Marseilles shop, hidden behind whitewashed windows.

In 2024, #4871 returned to the spotlight with a series of prestigious appearances, including runner-up honors in the Preservation Class at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the ‘Best Iconic Car’ award, and ultimately, Best of Show at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance Concours—cementing its legacy as one of the most storied and celebrated pre-war race cars.

Certification & Component Life

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