2014 Bugatti Veyron Wimille Achieves Record $5.4 Million at Auction
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The 2014 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse 'Jean-Pierre Wimille' has set a new auction record, selling for $5.4 million at RM Sotheby's Zurich sale. This unique hypercar exceeds previous estimates and marks a significant milestone in the collector car market.
Record Auction Price
The 2014 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse named after Jean-Pierre Wimille has achieved a remarkable auction price of $5.4 million at RM Sotheby’s Zurich sale. Initially, the auction house had estimated a sale price between 2.4 million CHF and 2.8 million CHF (approximately $2.88 million to $3.36 million), but the final bid surpassed expectations by nearly 40%.
Unique Features
Chassis no. 795063 is one of only three examples of the Jean-Pierre Wimille variant, featuring a striking electric-blue exterior with dark blue carbon-fiber accents. This design pays homage to Wimille, the first driver to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Interior details include his signature on each headrest, door sill plates with his portrait, and the engraved layout of the Le Mans track on the center console.
Performance Specs
The Veyron is powered by an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W-16 engine, generating 1,167 hp and 1,100 lb-ft of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.6 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 233 mph.
Future Implications
This auction not only set a new record, doubling the previous high for a Veyron but also raises questions about the future of hypercar values. The previous record was held by a one-off Veyron Grand Sport Sang Bleu sold for $2.35 million in 2024. With this new benchmark, other Veyron owners may reconsider their vehicles' worth.