INTRODUCING THE
BUGATTI TYPE 46
One of the most romantic names in motoring history is BUGATTI, a company founded by Ettore Bugatti – Le Patron – who was born into a notably artistic Italian family but became a naturalised Frenchman. An engineering perfectionist, Ettore’s designs were always noted for their innovation and style.
Introduced at the 1929 Paris Motor Show, the Bugatti Type 46 was a top-of-the-range model and this car is one of the earliest examples. The fabric-covered, fixed-head coupé bodywork was built by Maythron and Son of England.
The distinctively narrow and rectangular 5,4-litre straight-eight engine is unusual in having a one-piece cylinder block and head casting. A three-speed gearbox is mounted in unit with the live rear axle. Rudge 32-inch wire wheels are fitted, and the brakes are cable-operated drums all round.
The Type 46 was one of Bugatti’s most successful models – 444 were built – and this example has had only five owners since new.
Top speed
160 km/h
Transmission
3-speed
Power
140 BHP
Engine
8 Cylinder, Overhead camshaft, 3 valves per cylinder
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Year |
1930 |
Country of Origin |
France |
Engine Type |
8 Cylinder, Overhead camshaft, 3 valves per cylinder |
Power Output |
140 BHP |
Transmission Type |
3-speed |
Braking System |
drum brakes |
Top speed |
160 km/h or 100 mph |
