Model Citizen Diecast is proud to offer AUTOart's extraordinary 1:43-scale replica of the legendary Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic—one of the most celebrated automobiles ever created. Combining breathtaking Art Deco design with advanced pre-war engineering, the Atlantic remains a benchmark for automotive beauty and exclusivity nearly a century after its debut.

Finished in elegant black, this museum-quality diecast collectible faithfully captures the dramatic proportions and distinctive styling cues that made the original Type 57SC Atlantic an icon. Remarkably, AUTOart has engineered this model with a fully opening body—an exceptionally rare feature in 1:43 scale—allowing collectors to explore an astonishing level of detail. Beneath the sculpted bodywork lies a beautifully reproduced supercharged straight-eight engine complete with wiring and mechanical details, while the finely appointed interior showcases the craftsmanship expected of a flagship AUTOart release.

Orders ship from our California facility within 1–2 business days, and every purchase is protected by our 30-day return policy.

Product Overview 

Product Type: Collectible scale model car
Vehicle: Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic
Color: Black

Scale: 1:43
Approximate Length: ~4 inches (10 cm)
Material: Diecast metal
Manufacturer: AUTOart
Item Number: 50946
Display: Acrylic display case
Condition: New in original manufacturer packaging
License: Officially licensed Bugatti product

Key Collectible Features

• Highly accurate reproduction of the Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic
• Premium diecast metal construction
• Exceptional body sculpting with authentic chrome trim and exterior details
• Fully opening bodywork revealing engine and interior details
• Detailed supercharged straight-eight engine compartment
• Finely replicated cockpit and passenger compartment
• Rubber tires with articulating steering

Historical Background: The Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic

Few automobiles occupy the same mythical status as the Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic. Designed by Jean Bugatti, son of company founder Ettore Bugatti, the Atlantic emerged during the mid-1930s as an audacious blend of aviation-inspired engineering and Art Deco styling. Its dramatic teardrop silhouette, riveted dorsal seam, low roofline, and flowing fenders created a shape unlike anything else on the road.

The Atlantic evolved from the radical Bugatti Aérolithe concept car of 1935. Because the lightweight magnesium alloy originally intended for the body could not be welded using contemporary techniques, the design featured prominent external riveted seams. While "production" Atlantics ultimately used aluminum body panels, Jean Bugatti retained the signature spine running from the hood to the tail, creating one of the most recognizable automotive styling elements ever conceived.

The "SC" designation stood for Surbaissé ("lowered") and Compresseur ("supercharged"), identifying the most desirable and highest-performance version of the Type 57. Equipped with a supercharged 3.3-liter straight-eight engine and a lowered chassis, the Type 57SC could exceed 120 mph (193 km/h)—an astonishing figure for the era. Its combination of speed, luxury, exclusivity, and advanced engineering has led many historians to regard it as one of the world's first true supercars.

Only four Type 57SC Atlantics were ever built, and only two are known to survive. Today, the Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic is widely regarded as one of the greatest automobiles ever created—a masterpiece that transcends transportation to become a work of rolling art.

Frequently Asked Collector Questions

Does this model have opening parts?
Yes. This 1:43-scale diecast model has a fully opening body, highly unusual for models at this scale.

Does it include a display case?
Yes. This model comes with a clear acrylic display case.

Is the model new?
Yes. It is brand new and unopened in AUTOart's original packaging.

How quickly does it ship?
Orders ship from our California warehouse within 1–2 business days.

Who This Model Is Ideal For

• • Bugatti enthusiasts
  • Classic and pre-war automobile collectors
  • Art Deco design admirers
  • 1:43-scale model car collectors
  • Automotive history enthusiasts
  • Collectors assembling a display of the world's most beautiful cars
• Not intended for children under 14 years - not a toy

✅ In stock and ready to ship from California
✅ Secure packaging for collectors
✅ 30-day return policy