Bugatti has once again stirred the automotive world by teasing a brand-new one-off creation, set to be unveiled on August 7. Just days before Monterey Car Week kicks off, the French marque dropped a cryptic video across its social channels, revealing barely more than a silhouette and a hint of green bodywork. Yet even this fleeting glimpse has been enough to set off a storm of speculation.
The video shows what appears to be a sharply contoured hypercar finished in a subtle shade of metallic green. Its rear deck reveals a twin-pane glass engine cover framed in matte black, offering a glimpse of the artistry that lies beneath. The lines are unmistakably Bugatti, but with a bespoke twist that signals this is no ordinary Chiron derivative. Accompanying the clip is a short caption that reads, “The art of coach building. It’s been in our DNA for over a century. On August 7th, we will unveil our new chapter. Our latest Solitaire.”
That final word, Solitaire, hints at something deeply personal and incredibly rare. Unlike limited editions or track-focused specials, this car appears to be a singular creation, built for one man. That man is Dutch entrepreneur Michel Perridon, a longtime Bugatti collector whose garage includes everything from pre-war legends like the Type 57G to modern monsters like the EB110, Veyron, and Chiron.
Though Bugatti has not officially confirmed the mechanical underpinnings, all signs suggest it is based on the Chiron platform. A small fuel consumption tag in the teaser seems to match those used in earlier W16-powered models, prompting speculation that this car may house the same 1600-horsepower, quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter engine found in the Chiron Super Sport. If so, it raises the question of whether Bugatti is quietly extending the W16’s life in hyper-limited coachbuilt form.
The timing of the reveal could not be more perfect. Monterey Car Week has become a global stage for automotive artistry and extreme exclusivity. Unveiling a hand-built one-off in front of the world’s most discerning collectors is no coincidence. It is a strategic move by Bugatti to celebrate its heritage just as it prepares to enter a new era powered by a V16 hybrid platform. For now, all we can do is wait and wonder. But one thing is certain. When Bugatti calls something a Solitaire, it is never just another car. It is a statement.
