Twenty years ago, the Bugatti Veyron redefined what was possible, combining 1,001 hp, a top speed of 400+ km/h, and unprecedented refinement to create the hyper-GT segment. As the second creation of Programme Solitaire, Bugatti now unveils the F.K.P. Hommage, honoring both the Veyron’s legacy and its visionary architect, Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Karl Piëch.
Origins
The Veyron’s origins trace back to a Japanese bullet train, where Piëch first sketched the revolutionary W-engine concept. As Chairman of Volkswagen Group, he had already pioneered the VR and W architectures, culminating in the quad-turbocharged W16 that powered Bugatti’s rebirth. The W16 remains a triumph of engineering efficiency, compressing immense power into a compact package that enabled the Veyron’s short wheelbase, balanced proportions, and dual personality—devastating performance paired with everyday civility.
“Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Karl Piëch was a man who saw the impossible not as a roadblock but as a challenge. His vision for Bugatti was absolute: 1,000 horsepower, 400 km/h top speed, all-wheel drive, and refined enough to arrive at the opera in a tuxedo or a ball gown. The F.K.P. Hommage celebrates this uncompromising pursuit of excellence, combining the timeless proportions of the original Veyron with two decades of engineering evolution.” Hendrik Malinowski. Managing Director of Bugatti.
First shown in 1999, the Veyron’s Bauhaus-influenced design rejected wedge-shaped aggression in favor of composure and confidence—an aesthetic that has aged with remarkable relevance. The F.K.P. Hommage builds on this foundation using the ultimate evolution of the W16 platform: the 1,600 hp quad-turbo engine introduced with the Chiron Super Sport, alongside strengthened drivetrain, enhanced cooling, and optimized aerodynamics.
Its exterior subtly refines every surface, from a three-dimensional aluminum horseshoe grille to reworked air intakes, updated color separation, and larger wheels paired with the latest Michelin tires. Advanced paint technology delivers exceptional depth through layered finishes and exposed, tinted carbon fiber.
“The Veyron was the first of its kind, and in the world of collectible automobiles, the first and last of a kind are always the most significant. It created an entirely new segment – the million-euro hypercar that could travel to the opera in the evening and break speed records by day. When I first arrived at Bugatti, I was sketching developments of the Veyron, looking at how we could evolve the styling; ultimately these projects never came to fruition, but it feels almost as though Prof. Dr. Piëch could see we would have a need for them one day. If he was still here to see this ‘next opportunity’ made real, I’m sure he would agree that this is the most appropriate celebration of his vision that we could possibly create.” Frank Heyl, Bugatti Design Director
Inside, the F.K.P. Hommage represents a clean-sheet reimagining, featuring a Bauhaus-inspired steering wheel, bespoke aluminum center console, and exclusive Paris-woven Car Couture fabrics. At the heart of the dashboard sits a custom-integrated Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Tourbillon, mechanically powered by the vehicle itself—an extraordinary fusion of horology and automotive engineering tailored to the owner’s vision.
Cockpit
“Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Karl Piëch was the ultimate engineer, always demanding that his cars had the very latest and most advanced technology. So for the F.K.P. Hommage we honor his vision with the highest specification engine of 1,600 hp, the reinforced double-clutch gearbox, the latest tire compounds and optimized thermo- and aerodynamics – all the latest developments across 20 years of W16 evolution, wrapped in the timeless shape of a Veyron. It was a tremendous honor to work directly with the client on this project, refining every detail through multiple iterations to create what I consider the ideal, definitive Veyron.” Frank Heyl, Bugatti Design Director
Joining Brouillard as the second Programme Solitaire creation, the F.K.P. Hommage fully reimagines bodywork and interior while celebrating Bugatti’s heritage through ultimate personalization.
The Bugatti F.K.P. Hommage will be unveiled at Ultimate Supercar Garage during Rétromobile Paris from January 29 to February 1, 2026.
Above contents © 2026 Bugatti Automobile S.A.S. reviewed and edited by Rex McAfee , @rexmcafee
