en.Wedoany.com Reported - On July 15, 2026, Bugatti has confirmed that the twenty-year production cycle of its quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine has officially come to an end, with the final W16 Mistral rolling out of the Molsheim workshop. Although this convertible based on the Chiron is now discontinued, there is a workaround for customers who still wish to own a vehicle equipped with this sixteen-cylinder engine.
Last year, Bugatti established the "Programme Solitaire," allowing high-end clients to commission one or more one-off models based on existing platforms and powertrains, including the W16. Two commissioned works have already been unveiled: the custom-built Bruyale and the Veyron FKP Tribute Edition, both utilizing W16 engines from Molsheim's remaining inventory and Chiron monocoques.
As a certified production model, the Mistral marks the true end of this platform, which is particularly crucial for collectors. The W16 Mistral was first unveiled in August 2022, with a limited production run of 99 units. The final hypercar features a two-tone paint finish, blending pearl and flash tones, with its open two-seat cockpit adorned in magnolia-colored and gray carbon fiber matte leather upholstery. Some unique details come from Bugatti's Sur Mesure customization program.
The gearshift lever features a custom aluminum falcon head design, replacing the traditional Rembrandt elephant motif, a change inspired by the owner's Middle Eastern heritage. The falcon pattern is hand-embroidered on the door panels using anthracite-colored thread. The armrest is inlaid with a crystal glass sculpture crafted by French glassmaker Lalique. The engine cover bears the signature of Ettore Bugatti, also reflected in the headrest stitching and machined aluminum sill plates. The cockpit is fitted with a special plaque featuring the car's silhouette and the inscription "Last of its Kind."
This final Mistral joins a series of unique Sur Mesure custom models from the model's production cycle, including the Caroline commissioned for a daughter, the dragonfly-themed Flying Bug, the porcelain-inspired Blanc Éterne, and others. Another notable one-off is the world record car, which achieved a top speed of 453.91 km/h at Papenburg, driven by racing driver Andy Wallace. This vehicle has entered a private collection and is believed to be the most expensive Mistral to date, priced at €14 million ($16 million), while the convertible's base price is €5 million ($5.7 million).
Under the hood lies the ultimate evolution of Bugatti's renowned 8.0-liter W16 engine, producing 1578 hp (1177 kW / 1600 PS) and 1600 Nm (1180 lb-ft) of torque, identical to the track-only Bolide.
The end of Mistral production holds symbolic significance for Bugatti, coinciding with the brand's opening of a factory expansion project named "La Manufacture." This building will become the new production site for the Tourbillon and future Bugatti hypercars.
