Bugatti Baby Type 52
The birth of a legendary automobile

Pierre-Henri Raphanel remembers the Bugatti Baby Type 52 of his childhood

The quest for excellence

Rebirth of an avant-garde icon

Summer of 1969, I was fascinated as I discovered on the cover of an old magazine a small racing car… for children! 50 years later, the little spark in my eyes ignites, bringing back to life this iconic creation: the Bugatti Baby T52.

Invented by Ettore Bugatti in 1926 for his son, this little electric car hasn’t aged a bit and takes me back to my childhood, the starting point of my passion for automobiles.

For this project, I gathered about ten French artisans, who preserve a fading expertise, to bring to life a unique, exclusive work limited to 99 units.

More than a reproduction:
a heritage

Exceptional craftsmanship, exclusively French

Reviving a lost art to preserve a legacy 

For this ambitious endeavour, Pierre-Henri Raphanel curated a team of exceptional artisans throughout France, each possessing a unique skill. Driven by a pursuit of excellence, he has meticulously handpicked bodyworkers, founders, turners, saddlers, and painters, all of whom share a passion for authenticity.
These skilled craftsmen and women, all recognised masters in their respective trades, have come together to breathe new life into an unparalleled avant-garde automobile. Their collective craftsmanship has resulted in the rebirth of a timeless work of art, much like a masterpiece created with each stroke of the brush.

Bugatti Baby Type 52 Original Front View

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