Autoblog and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article.I don't know about you, but while most modern Bugattis certainly convey a sense of unmatched power and opulence, and while they are all elegant to some degree, none are truly beautiful in my eyes. That has changed with the latest creation from Molsheim's one-off Programme Solitaire department, the Destrier. The rear is certainly the most attractive angle, but from any vantage point, this one-off hypercar has gorgeous flowing lines, a stunningly low roof, and a feeling of kineticism, even when parked. In some shots, it looks like it's been lifted straight out of a Gran Turismo videogame. And compared to the brutal Bolide track-only hypercar upon which it is based, the Destrier is pure sculpture. Finally, a Bugatti is beautiful.Bugatti Destrier: Big Wheels, Pared Back Styling, W16 EngineBugattiView the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleAdvertisementAdvertisementThe Destrier is just one meter (3.2 feet) tall, making it much lower than any other Bugatti, and its wheels (20-inch in ront, 21-inch at the rear) are vastly bigger than the 18-inch items from the Bolide, an impression that is fortified by the lack of aggressive wings and flics on the pure bodywork. Of course, there's a story to the commission, with Bugatti referencing the Type 57SC Atlantic, widely considered the most beautiful car ever built, and its Le Mans-winning underpinnings. A hand-laser-engraved plate above the windshield makes the connection clear, depicting the Type 57G Tank racer and the Type 57SC Atlantic road car.BugattiView the 3 images of this gallery on the original articleModel-specific details of the Destrier include a Bugatti C-line around the greenhouse that pauses just before the front wheel well, a wider horseshoe grille that looks similar to that of the upcoming Tourbillon, and a subtle rear wing that calls to mind the Chiron Profilée. The paint is bespoke (of course), and its multi-layer finish, which includes a diamond-inspired sparkle, has been dubbed Sapphire Celeste. This is contrasted by polished aluminum brightwork and references Type 57SC Atlantic chassic 57591 (the "Pope" Atlantic), which was originally blue before its current owner painted it black. Blue also appears in the tinted exposed carbon fiber in the front splitter and rear difuser, and the engine bay, which hosts the 1,578-horsepower 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine, gets brighwork with a hammered surface finish, a nod to medieval knights' hand-beaten armor. That brings us back to the name - Destrier is named after "the finest and strongest type of medieval knight's horse."Destrier Interior Shows Bugatti's Exquisite Attention To DetailBugattiView the 4 images of this gallery on the original articleAdvertisementAdvertisementIn the cabin, the stripped-back cockpit of the Bolide has been significantly uplifted with leather, nubuck, and a new 3D-knitted textile, with the former two materials appearing in Ambre Voyageur brown. The 3D-printed fabric, on the other hand, gets copper sparkling highlights to make it stand out, and the interior brightwork matches that of the engine bay, appearing on the door handles, air vents, the hub of the yoke-like steering wheel, and door sill plates. The name of the car is stitched into the headrests, and there's a tiny French flag in the center console, but otherwise, the cabin is relatively simple, just finished to an absurdly stunning level of detail.Overall, the Bugatti Destrier is a gob-mackingly beautiful hypercar that will surely be lauded for its glorious style in decades to come, but that's just my opinion. How does this compare to the first two Programme Solitaire creations, the F.K.P. Hommage and the Brouillard? Let us know in the comments below, and if you'd like to see the Destrier in the metal, it'll be publicly unveiled during Monterey Car Week, which officially kicks off tomorrow and concludes on August 16 with the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.BugattiBugattiBugattiAdvertisementAdvertisementBugattiBugattiBugattiBugattiAdvertisementAdvertisementBugattiBugattiBugattiBugattiAdvertisementAdvertisementThis story was originally published by Autoblog on Aug 7, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Autoblog as a Preferred Source by clicking here.