Bugatti W16 Mistral Fly Bug: A Dragonfly-Inspired Sur Mesure Masterpiece
Bugatti Sur Mesure has revealed one of its most intricate and poetic commissions yet: the W16 Mistral “Fly Bug” , a one-of-one creation inspired by the dragonfly. The car is the latest chapter in a remarkable collection commissioned by a loyal Bugatti collector. This private series already includes the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse “Hellbug,” the Chiron “Hellbee,” and the Divo “Lady Bug.” Each car draws inspiration from the natural world, focusing on small creatures known for their complexity, color, and movement. For the W16 Mistral “Fly Bug,” Bugatti turned to the dragonfly as the central visual theme. The result is a roadster that combines elegance, craftsmanship, and technical precision with a design language inspired by iridescent wings and effortless speed. The exterior is finished in a bespoke color called Dragonfly Blue , developed specifically for this commission. Depending on the light and viewing angle, the paint shifts between blue and turquoise, echoing the shimmering quality...