L'Ultime is rooted in the tradition embodied by the Chiron Super Sport but brings a distinctive flair. It was inspired by an exhibit at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show and showcases a striking gradient livery that blends French Racing Blue into Atlantic Blue. Bugatti has also released images charting these inspirations.
L'Ultime carries meaningful texts referencing significant testing and showcase locations such as Ehra-Lessien, Paul Ricard, and Geneva. Prominently featured are "500" markings on various parts of L'Ultime, like the rear wing and engine cover, and French flags on the side mirrors that emphasize its illustrious French origin.
The identity of L'Ultime's owner remains under wraps, although there is speculation about an American owner due to its orange side markers. Moreover, while L'Ultime might signify an end to current models, Bugatti plans to continue its legacy through derivatives like the Mistral Roadster and Bolide track-only car. They've even hinted at an all-new car set for a June release with a V-16 engine.
In retrospect, it's clear how profoundly vehicles like Chiron have impacted luxury sports cars. Since its inception in Molsheim where each unit is meticulously crafted, Chiron not only became a symbol of supreme automotive engineering but also continued pushing boundaries with each special edition or one-off released-including today's L'Ultime.
