Founded in 1909 by the Italian-born French designer Ettore Bugatti, Bugatti remains a symbol of luxury, innovation, and racing excellence more than 100 years later. Originally headquartered in Molsheim, Alsace, which was then part of Germany, the company became known for producing exquisitely made automobiles that merged high-speed capability with refined design.

From the beginning, the brand pursued precision engineering and saw early success in racing, including in Grand Prix events that cemented its place in the high-performance automotive world. Central to the Bugatti legacy is its founder, Ettore Bugatti, whose perfectionism shaped every aspect of his cars, from engineering to aesthetics. His son, Jean Bugatti, furthered this legacy during the 1930s, most notably through his work on the Type 57SC Atlantic, which became one of Bugatti’s most iconic models.