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21/08/2023 12:49 pm
Produced between 1934 and 1940, Bugatti's Type 57 was its most successful chassis with 710 produced. A additional 40 "S" more race worthy models were built on a shortened and lowered platform. The lowering was partly obtained by having the rear axle pass through the chassis rails rather than below them. The bulk of the 40 were either ordered with a supercharger or brought back to the factory to be refitted on the 3.3 liter twin cam straight 8 that boosted horsepower to 210. These models were called the Type 57 SC ('C' for 'compressor'). The rarest of the lineup were the 3 aluminum bodied "Atlantic" SC coupes. I liken the design of these rare coupes to "Art Moderne meets Steam Punk" with its riveted spines at the body's midline and pontoons.
Model by CMC:
21/08/2023 12:56 pm
Amazing model: nothing but the best from CMC. The production involved in this model is breathtaking.
I believe the reason it was riveted was because the particular light-weight alloy used, was not well suited to welding? Perhaps someone might be able to verify or debunk this snippet of info?
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21/08/2023 1:08 pm
@charles-rockett I believe that's the reason for the the million rivets.
21/08/2023 1:31 pm
...there's really no area of this replica that's less than breathtaking. Every piece seems to be like jewelry. Fantastic pics Rich.
21/08/2023 10:08 pm
Here's a close relative from BoS
22/08/2023 1:38 am
What beauties ... al of them ! One can see where the stunning Chrysler Atlantic was inspired from.
22/08/2023 1:19 pm
Both models are absolutely gorgeous. This car was the feature attraction at the Cobble Beach Concours d’Elegance in Canada several years ago. Thanks Rich and Paul for these.
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