by The Solitaire Program and the Veyron Legacy
The exclusive Bugatti Solitaire program drew attention in September of last year with the presentation of the unique Brouillard hypercar with a W16 engine, inspired by the Mistral model. This car set the tone for the future series of ultra-rare models. Now, the next step is likely to be the creation of a tribute to the Veyron model, which undoubtedly redefined the standards of modern hypercars.
The Veyron was a turning point not only for Bugatti but for the entire automotive world. Its production began in 2005, realizing Ferdinand Piëch’s grand dream: to create the world’s fastest production car that does not sacrifice comfort, reliability, or luxury. It brought several world firsts to series production, the most iconic of which was the 1,000 horsepower output and the ability to exceed 400 km/h.
Rumors About the Tribute and Its Basis
According to reports citing unnamed sources, Bugatti intends to celebrate this legacy by creating a unique tribute car. Its debut is possible on January 22, 2026, exactly 20 years after the first production Veyron left the factory in Molsheim. The design, according to rumors, will be directly borrowed from the original Veyron 16.4.
Bugatti has already confirmed that the Solitaire program will release no more than two unique models per year. Each will be created based on existing chassis and powertrains, which helps imagine what the future tribute could be.
Technical Basis and Exclusivity
Given these limitations, the most likely base is the platform of the already discontinued Chiron, as it can accommodate the quad-turbo 8.0-liter W16 engine with up to 1,578 horsepower. However, there is room for speculation: the tribute could be built on a restored and modernized platform of the original Veyron. Both approaches align with the brand’s philosophy focused on exclusivity, although the final price of such a car will undoubtedly be astronomical.
Anniversary Celebration and Expectations
For now, the rumors remain unconfirmed, but Bugatti has already celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Veyron during the “Soirée de Noël” event earlier this month at its headquarters in Molsheim, calling the model “a milestone in hypercar history.” Guests received miniature red Veyron models as souvenirs, and a Bugatti designer sketched the car right on the dining table. Attention should be paid to the manufacturer’s official social channels, where the first hints may appear. There is a possibility that CEO Mate Rimac will share some details ahead of the expected debut.
The creation of such a car highlights how Bugatti knows how to work with its history, transforming legendary models of the past into unique artifacts of the future. This is not just a car, but a materialized memory of an engineering breakthrough that was twenty years ahead of its time. Such projects expand the concept of automotive culture, demonstrating that heritage can live not only in museums but also on the roads, even in extremely limited numbers. The focus on accurately reproducing the details of the first Veyron speaks of deep respect for its own legacy and a desire to preserve the authenticity of the emotions associated with the original.
