1933-1938 Bugatti 57sc Atlantic Coupe

For the Atlantic Coupe, Jean Bugatti’s goal was to design the ultimate high-speed grand touring car. The concept was for the body to be built from Elektron, an aluminum-magnesium alloy that was difficult to work with in the usual manner. Of the three Atlantic Coupes built originally, we have seen the remaining two and they both are made from aluminum. Apparently, though no longer desired as a construction method, Jean Bugatti did not give up on the riveted flange design, hence the spines along the center of the body and fenders.