1957 Bugatti Type 252 by Michelotti

The Bugatti Type 252, developed in 1957, was an effort by Roland Bugatti, the youngest son of company founder Ettore Bugatti, to revive the brand with a compact sports car. Designed by Giovanni Michelotti, the car featured a 1.5-liter DOHC four-cylinder engine. The project aimed to bring Bugatti into a new era with a smaller, more accessible model compared to the brand's pre-war grand tourers.

Despite its sleek design and promising concept, the Type 252 faced technical problems, particularly with its engine, which proved unreliable. As a result, the project was abandoned before reaching production. Only one prototype was built, although a few replicas have been made in later years by enthusiasts and collectors.