The Age of Speed
13 October 2011
There are few objects in the world which perfectly capture the essence of a time better than a Bugatti.
They exude the trademark excess, design and decadence of the inter-war years. They were the plaything of the rich and famous - driven with abandon by high flying socialites on the Cote D'Azur, and beyond. Isadora Duncan was reportedly being driven in a Bugatti when her scarf caught in the open spoke wheels and she met her tragic end - minutes after shouting:
"Farewell My Friends. I am off to glory!" -
If one must Go to Glory, what a way to go...
Replica Bugatti Type 52 - £3950
This is a replica of a Bugatti Type 52 which was a half-scale electric racing car for children based on the Bugatti Type 35 racer. The original Type 52 was produced at the Molsheim factory between 1927 and 1930. The cars were frequently used both as playthings and for more serious racing among the children of the European elite. Our replica has working brakes, steering and driveshaft ready for installation of an electric motor.
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