GENERAL FAQ's
When will my Bugatti Baby II be built?
Once payment of the Configuration Invoice has been received, your Bugatti Baby II will be added to the Production Schedule, and we will be able to provide you with an estimated completion date. The Client Services Team will keep you updated on its progress, and help make arrangements for collection / delivery, as the time nears.
Will the cars be numbered?
Each production car will have its own chassis number, from 1 to 500, with a plaque on the dash showing the chassis number.
Can I choose my chassis number now?
Unless requested otherwise, chassis numbers are allocated randomly upon receipt of final order. If you have a preferred chassis number in mind, please mention this to the team when placing your order. Please note, these are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
How can I be sure my car is an authentic Bugatti Baby II?
All cars will come with a certificate of authenticity, and we will hold a register of owners. Should you ever wish to sell your Bugatti Baby II, we will be able to exchange the certificate of authenticity for one with the details of the new owner.
Will I receive a Bugatti 110th Anniversary commemorative badge?
All vehicles will receive a commemorative Bugatti 110th Anniversary badge.
Will my Bugatti Baby II come with a Bugatti ‘Macaron’?
Each vehicle will come with an official solid silver Bugatti ‘Macaron’ as standard.
Will my Bugatti Baby II come with an instruction manual / book?
Yes, every vehicle will come with a limited edition manual complete with everything you need to know about your Bugatti Baby II and the history of the original Baby / Type 35.
Will there ever be more than 500 Bugatti Baby IIs?
It has been almost a century since the release of Ettore’s original Baby, and true to the original production run, the Bugatti Baby II is strictly limited to 500 vehicles. So after the 500th car has been built, no further Bugatti Baby IIs will be made.
When will my Bugatti Baby II be delivered?
We place your car into the Production Schedule once we receive payment of the Configuration Invoice, and will be able to provide you with an estimated completion date for your Bugatti Baby II following this payment. As we near the completion of your car, we will give you an accurate completion date for your Bugatti Baby II. Your delivery date will then be subject to a number of factors including your delivery destination, choice of delivery method, ease of import, etc.
What is the shipping process?
Please contact us to discuss your preferred shipping method. We will introduce a specialist company to handle your delivery, Customs, VAT, and other import requirements; making the process as simple and easy as possible. A member of Hedley Studios will be included in discussions to support where necessary.
Who is responsible for import costs?
Import logistics and duties will remain the responsibility of the client, however, Hedley Studios will be on hand to help through every stage of the process.
Will the lithium batteries be sent within the vehicle itself?
Due to the potential complexities surrounding the shipment of lithium batteries, it may be necessary to send these separately to the Bugatti Baby II. This will depend on the destination country and applicable legislation, details of which will be communicated to clients in advance of final delivery.
Can I pick up my Bugatti Baby II at Molsheim?
The Bugatti Baby IIs are being manufactured in the UK, but it may be possible to pick up the vehicle at alternative locations – this will be confirmed closer to the estimated delivery dates.
When is the deposit due?
Clients will have 7 days from receipt of the deposit invoice to arrange a bank transfer of the security deposit.
Is UK VAT applicable?
VAT is not applicable to security deposit payments, but where appropriate will be applied to remaining invoices at the UK VAT rate of 20%. Where the vehicle is designed for export outside the UK, VAT may not need to be charged, however the client will be liable for any required import taxes or duties in the country of final destination. The client will be required to provide a Proof of Export to Hedley Studios within 2 months of making their final payment, or will be liable to be charged the full UK VAT amount. If the client ships with Hedley Studios, and their chosen logistics partners, then Proof of Export will be taken care of.
Is it possible to provide a bank guarantee, credit or debit card?
Unfortunately it is not possible to make your deposit via bank guarantee, credit or debit card.
Who are Hedley Studios?
Bugatti have partnered with Hedley Studios, the world experts in junior cars, to build the Bugatti Baby II on their behalf in the UK. The vehicles are an official Bugatti licenced product manufactured by Hedley Studios to the uncompromising standards you would expect from the world’s greatest car maker. To quote the Bugatti philosophy, “If it’s not perfect, it can’t be Bugatti”.
Is the Bugatti Baby II going to be road legal?
As standard, the Bugatti Baby IIs are not designed to be road legal, but will be driveable on private land and exclusive invite-only owners events.
How has the car been developed?
The Bugatti Baby II has been developed using a full 3D scan of a 1924 French Grand Prix Bugatti Type 35. The proportions shrunk to 75%, and the design adjusted where appropriate for a modern electric powertrain. While the car will not be an exact replica of the Type 35, it will be a scaled tribute.
Will adults be able to drive it?
The Bugatti Baby II will likely fit an average sized adult (up to 190cm). The car has a sliding pedal box to allow for legs of different lengths. The overall sizes of the vehicle are approximately:
- Length: 2,760mm
- Width: 990mm
- Height: 780mm
- Wheelbase: 1,800mm
What will the range of the Bugatti Baby II be?
The range of the Bugatti Baby IIs will ultimately depend on how the car is being driven, but a fully charged vehicle should equate to approximately 1 to 2 hours driving time or 30-50km+ depending on driving style and battery option selected.
Does this vehicle come with a warranty? What does the warranty cover and for how long?
All vehicles will be supplied with a 12 month warranty (from delivery) covering manufacturing faults, parts and mechanical failures. Claims that fall outside of the scope of this warranty include:
- Paint scratches, or damage that occurs after acceptance of the car
- Damage due to wear and tear / crash damage
- Problems caused by poor maintenance
- Anything on a car which has been modified from its original specification
Hedley Studios reserves the right to inspect the vehicle and judge the cause of the problem before committing to any warranty claims. If there is a failure after the end of the warranty period, Hedley Studios will remain available to help where possible and can arrange delivery of spare parts worldwide for local repairs.
How long does it take to fully charge the battery?
The battery should take approximately 4-5 hours to fully charge. Additional batteries will be also be available for purchase as an optional extra which can be swapped for discharged ones.
What safety features can be found on the Bugatti Baby II?
During the development of the car we designed two additional pieces of safety equipment for your Bugatti Baby II which didn’t exist on the original Type 35. The first of these is a removable seat bolster, a cushion to place beside you in the seat that will prevent you from sliding, and therefore shifting weight when you tackle corners, which could upset the balance of the car. This will be provided with your vehicle in the same leather finish as your choice of interior. The second is a detachable stability frame which attaches underneath the floor of the car. They protrude slightly wider than the wheels, and should you or another driver manage to tip onto two wheels for any reason, then the bars will touch down and stabilise the car, reducing the chance of the tip going further. We appreciate you may not wish to display or drive your Bugatti Baby II with the stability bars attached all the time, so they are fully removable. Removing the stability frame will deactivate the proximity sensor, automatically limiting the top speed the car can achieve to 15mph. This means an inexperienced driver can’t “borrow the keys” and get themselves into trouble by accident.
To what extent can I customise my Bugatti Baby II?
Your Bugatti Baby II can be customised in a number of ways, from the model chosen, to the exterior paint colour, and interior leather choice. We invite you to visit our online configurator to create your very own masterpiece, with over 160 combinations available across the Vitesse and Pur Sang models. We also have a range of additional extras & accessories that can be chosen to customise your Bugatti Baby II. Please find details on all these options in the Bugatti Baby II Configuration Guide.
Additionally, we provide a bespoke customisation program, enabling clients to personalize every detail of their car, creating a truly one-of-a-kind model. For inspiration and a glimpse of what’s possible, explore our Signature Commissions page for creative ideas and examples of what previous clients have created.