Bugatti reveals Rembrandt Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse at Geneva
Bugatti's fourth Legend Edition, honouring Rembrandt Bugatti, made its debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show with unique finishes and a €2.18 million price tag.
Bugatti used the 2014 Geneva Motor Show to unveil the Rembrandt Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, the fourth entry in its exclusive Legend Edition series. Limited to just three examples, the model pays tribute to Rembrandt Bugatti, brother of company founder Ettore Bugatti and a renowned sculptor of the early twentieth century. The car’s price was set at €2.18 million before taxes.
Each Legend Edition is based on the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse, Bugatti’s 1,200PS open-top hypercar. For the Rembrandt edition, the exterior features clear-coated carbon finished in bronze, with the lower body painted in a lighter brown. This two-tone scheme carries through to the cabin, which is trimmed in light brown Cognac leather. Bugatti has added further bespoke touches, including a platinum EB logo on the steering wheel and additional carbon fibre elements for the centre console.
Unique details and finishes
The Rembrandt Veyron’s alloy wheels are painted in contrasting browns—“Firefinch” and “Noix”—to complement the bodywork. Both the fuel and oil caps are laser-engraved with Rembrandt Bugatti’s signature, reinforcing the personal tribute. These details set the car apart from previous Legend Editions, which have honoured figures such as Jean-Pierre Wimille, Jean Bugatti and Meo Costantini.
Rembrandt Bugatti’s legacy as a sculptor is referenced not only in the car’s name but also in its finish, echoing the bronze tones of his animal sculptures. Bugatti has used the Legend Edition series to reinforce its heritage and appeal to collectors, with each car in the six-part series produced in triplicate.
Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse platform
The Rembrandt edition retains the mechanical specification of the standard Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, including the 8.0-litre quad-turbocharged W16 engine producing 1,200PS and 1,500Nm of torque. This allows a top speed of 410km/h with the roof in place. The Legend Editions do not alter the car’s technical hardware but focus on bespoke design and craftsmanship.
Bugatti’s approach with the Legend Editions has been to create highly individualised vehicles for a small group of buyers. With only three Rembrandt models available, exclusivity is assured. The Geneva debut followed previous Legend Edition launches at other major shows, and the series concluded in 2015 with the “La Finale” edition, marking the end of Veyron production.
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