The 2020 Bugatti La Voiture Noire, a one-off model, is about to be auctioned by SBX Cars and Broad Arrow. This is the first time this iconic hypercar has come to market since its debut at the end of the last decade, according to Robb Report.
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Bugatti unveiled the La Voiture Noire — which in French means “The Black Car” — at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. Based on the Chiron, the vehicle was created to celebrate the brand’s 110th anniversary and boasts a stunning exterior inspired by the legendary Type 57 SC Atlantic. According to Robb Report, the car was the most expensive in the world when it was launched, with its owner paying $12.5 million (approximately $18.9 million with taxes) for this one-off model.
Now, more than six years later, it seems the owner is ready to make room in their collection — or cash in on the investment — and has entrusted SBX Cars and Broad Arrow with the task of finding a new home for this modern “Holy Grail.”
“The Bugatti La Voiture Noire is at the pinnacle of the cars SBXCars.com has had the privilege to represent,” said Ro Choy, CEO of SBX Cars, to Robb Report. “From ultra-rare hypercars to historically significant classics, every car we bring to market is chosen for its cultural weight, design excellence, and enduring significance. The La Voiture Noire embodies all three — a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that bridges Bugatti’s legendary past with its engineering present.”
The model features a carbon-fiber sculpted exterior, entirely hand-assembled, with a glossy black finish. The two-seat cabin is upholstered from floor to ceiling in Cognac leather, resulting in a sophisticated combination that recalls the original Type 57 SC Atlantic, according to Robb Report experts.
Beyond its impressive aesthetics, the La Voiture Noire is equipped with Bugatti’s 8.0-liter quad-turbo W-16 engine, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, capable of producing 1,500 hp and 1,180 lb-ft of torque. Although the brand has not released official performance figures, it is estimated that the top speed falls between the Divo’s 370 km/h and the Chiron’s 420 km/h.
For hypercar collectors, this is a rare opportunity. Interested parties can register on the SBX Cars website to receive information about the auction of the La Voiture Noire, which is expected to surpass the already historic value of the original model, according to Robb Report.
Source: Robb Report. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
