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Object No. B2603

The 1928 Grand Prix Bugatti racing car was the work of the brilliant Italian designer, Ettore Bugatti (1881-1947). Bugatti is said to have been the greatest maker of racing cars until his fellow Italian Ferrari began to dominate the scene in more recent years. During the 1920s Grand Prix Bugattis took to the circuits with unparalleled success the world over. Today they are credited with winning more Grand Prix races than any other make in the history of motor racing.

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