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Abandoned luxury: $2,6 million Bugatti Veyron left forgotten for 10 years after Russian owner's arrest

Published 21/11/2024 às 23:28
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After being arrested, Russian billionaire leaves a Bugatti Veyron valued at US$ 2,6 million parked for 10 years, without moving even a meter

Imagine finding a Bugatti Veyron covered in dust in an underground parking lot. Doesn't seem like something common, right? But was exactly This is what happened in Moscow, where one of the most luxurious and desired cars in the world was left out in the open. The story behind this abandonment is as curious as the car itself.

The beginning of a peculiar story

The Bugatti Veyron in question was supposed to have been delivered to a new owner in Dagestan, but the transaction went unexpectedly wrong. The buyer ended up in jail before even receiving the vehicle, leaving the future of the supercar in limbo.

With the owner incarcerated, a friend took responsibility for the Veyron and stored it in an underground parking lot in Moscow. What was supposed to be a temporary solution ended up lasting years.

Three years of abandonment and dust

Between 2016 and 2019, the Bugatti sat forgotten in the underground garage. Without maintenance or care, the car lost its protective covering, exposing its multi-million dollar bodywork to a thick layer of dust. The hypercar, a symbol of speed and luxury, has become an object of curiosity and regret.

Unfortunately, stories like this are not as rare as one might think. Cases of abandoned supercars have also been recorded in cities like Los Angeles, where collectors neglect true jewels of the automotive industry in underground parking lots.

YouTuber's discovery and a new change

The dusty Bugatti caught the eye of MAJORKA, a famous Russian YouTuber, who documented the car's condition. In 2019, the Veyron was finally removed from the Moscow garage and moved to a small town on the outskirts of the capital. There, the vehicle remained until the end of 2023.

The most surprising thing about this story is that since its import into Russia in 2013, the Veyron has never been registered or insured. This reinforces the impression that the car was more of a symbolic than a functional item, perhaps purchased to impress but not to be used.

Apparently, this is a 2012 Bugatti Veyron. If so, it is a super luxury car with limited production, making its market price variable and dependent on factors such as condition, mileage and maintenance history. In 2011, “Forbes” magazine listed the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport as the most expensive car of the 2012 model year, with a price of $ 2,6 million.

Currently, in 2024, the value of a 2012 Bugatti Veyron on the used car market can vary significantly. Prices are estimated to be between R$3,5 million and R$5 million in Brazil, depending on the customizations and the condition of the vehicle.

And now, where is the Bugatti?

There is no concrete information about the current whereabouts of the Bugatti Veyron. Rumors vary: some believe the car is still in Russia, while others hope it has found a new owner. After all, hypercars like this are not just vehicles; they are true icons of automotive luxury.

For those who dream of owning a Veyron, it’s worth remembering that the cost goes far beyond the purchase. Maintaining a car like this can cost as much as buying a house. If you’re curious about the numbers behind a Bugatti, it’s worth checking out more details about the real costs of owning one.

The story of this abandoned Bugatti is a curious portrait of how even the greatest symbols of luxury can lose their luster when neglected. It also reveals the unexpected reality of how these status icons are treated in some situations.

Mistakes, arrests and dust. Who would have thought that even a Bugatti Veyron would have its trajectory marked by so many twists and turns?

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Adalberto
Adalberto
22/11/2024 06:57

After all, was the vehicle outside or in an underground parking lot?

Cordovil Barroso
Cordovil Barroso
23/11/2024 09:46

The real luxury is taking a Portuguese course, reading some books, and/or paying someone to review before publishing and exposing yourself to public shame.

Francis of Paula
Francis of Paula
In reply to  Cordovil Barroso
23/11/2024 17:35

No mistake in Portuguese is as inelegant and inappropriate as the gratuitous aggression of your unfortunate comment.

Fabio Lucas Carvalho

Journalist specializing in a wide range of topics, such as cars, technology, politics, shipbuilding, geopolitics, renewable energy and economics. I have been working since 2015 with prominent publications in major news portals. My degree in Information Technology Management from Faculdade de Petrolina (Facape) adds a unique technical perspective to my analyses and reports. With over 10 thousand articles published in renowned media outlets, I always seek to bring detailed information and relevant insights to the reader. For story suggestions or any questions, please contact me by email at flclucas@hotmail.com.

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