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These cars, which come from one of the most famous collections, The Mullin Collection, are rare and wonderful. Best of all, they’re all being sold without-reserve. ","marks":[],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"French cars are probably most well-known for having sculptural lines, attention to detail, and extraordinary craftsmanship. They offer a flair and elegance not always found in German, British, Italian, or American cars. With an opportunity like this, you will want to ensure you are ready to strike when each one of these no reserve offerings cross the block by ","marks":[],"data":{}},{"nodeType":"hyperlink","data":{"uri":"https://www.goodingco.com/register?utm_source=OnlyUpside&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Pebble_OnlyUpside_Mullin"},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"registering to bid here","marks":[{"type":"underline"},{"type":"bold"}],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"text","value":". 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Only 19 examples were ever built, with only two going to the US prior to WWII. Only 10 of the 19 remain. This one was delivered to its owner Count Stanislas Czaykowski of Paris and then was raced by subsequent owners until it sold to Peter and Merle Mullin in 2007. The Mullins were rightfully delighted by the condition of the car, which has been largely untouched since the 1960s. \t","marks":[],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"embedded-asset-block","data":{"target":{"metadata":{"tags":[],"concepts":[]},"sys":{"space":{"sys":{"type":"Link","linkType":"Space","id":"moe5wzpj72u9","contentful_id":"moe5wzpj72u9"}},"id":"c3GBMkeiTBWLtGvkRowoFZf","type":"Asset","createdAt":"2026-07-22T21:36:21.609Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-22T21:36:21.609Z","environment":{"sys":{"id":"master","type":"Link","linkType":"Environment","contentful_id":"master"}},"publishedVersion":4,"revision":1,"contentful_id":"3GBMkeiTBWLtGvkRowoFZf"},"fields":{"title":{"en-US":"1930 Bugatti Type 46 Convertible Coupe"},"description":{"en-US":""},"file":{"en-US":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/moe5wzpj72u9/3GBMkeiTBWLtGvkRowoFZf/e0a5fe19fd1b5d990b6bbe5b009c529d/762_PB26_30Bug_F3Q_6.jpg","details":{"size":1374948,"image":{"width":1600,"height":817}},"fileName":"762_PB26_30Bug_F3Q_6.jpg","contentType":"image/jpeg"}}}}},"content":[]},{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"But the Mullins’ Bugatti obsession didn’t end there. 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While most Type 46s were equipped with large-scale bodywork, this chassis, 46360, was built by Molsheim Works and was ultimately restored by Peter and Merle Mullin to suit its rakish sporting coachwork by noted restorationist Alan Taylor. ","marks":[],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"embedded-asset-block","data":{"target":{"metadata":{"tags":[],"concepts":[]},"sys":{"space":{"sys":{"type":"Link","linkType":"Space","id":"moe5wzpj72u9","contentful_id":"moe5wzpj72u9"}},"id":"DudfYAXjy7Wa1WThiiuF2","type":"Asset","createdAt":"2026-07-22T21:36:46.435Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-22T21:37:45.363Z","environment":{"sys":{"id":"master","type":"Link","linkType":"Environment","contentful_id":"master"}},"publishedVersion":8,"revision":3,"contentful_id":"DudfYAXjy7Wa1WThiiuF2"},"fields":{"title":{"en-US":"1928 Bugatti Type 43-49 Roadster"},"description":{"en-US":""},"file":{"en-US":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/moe5wzpj72u9/DudfYAXjy7Wa1WThiiuF2/0c7417595d6c4253906fefa42988ee8b/761_PB26_29Bug_F3Q_4.jpg","details":{"size":1169027,"image":{"width":1600,"height":817}},"fileName":"761_PB26_29Bug_F3Q_4.jpg","contentType":"image/jpeg"}}}}},"content":[]},{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"Another super rare Bugatti found from this collection, the ","marks":[],"data":{}},{"nodeType":"hyperlink","data":{"uri":"https://www.goodingco.com/lot/1928-bugatti-type-43-49-roadster?utm_source=OnlyUpside&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Pebble_OnlyUpside_Mullin"},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"1928 Bugatti Type 43/49 Roadster","marks":[{"type":"underline"},{"type":"bold"}],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"text","value":", was produced as a supercharged Type 43 and is known among experts for being being bodied with factory coachwork with styling cues that clearly make it a predecessor to the the Type 55 Super sport roadster. This particular chassis was upgraded to Type 49 engine specifications in the ‘60s, with a fascinating history file that details owners’ correspondence with Bugatti Works. The car was exhibited all around the world by the Mullin Collection and is also eligible for Bugatti clubs and events just about anywhere.  ","marks":[],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"embedded-asset-block","data":{"target":{"metadata":{"tags":[],"concepts":[]},"sys":{"space":{"sys":{"type":"Link","linkType":"Space","id":"moe5wzpj72u9","contentful_id":"moe5wzpj72u9"}},"id":"c6YCw7yQ3G5maZpaILkuThs","type":"Asset","createdAt":"2026-07-22T21:37:31.731Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-22T21:37:31.731Z","environment":{"sys":{"id":"master","type":"Link","linkType":"Environment","contentful_id":"master"}},"publishedVersion":4,"revision":1,"contentful_id":"6YCw7yQ3G5maZpaILkuThs"},"fields":{"title":{"en-US":"1934 Bugatti Type 54 Roadster"},"description":{"en-US":""},"file":{"en-US":{"url":"//images.ctfassets.net/moe5wzpj72u9/6YCw7yQ3G5maZpaILkuThs/f5e5c367c1b8478c8d42eca645d2c9fb/764_PB26_31Bug_F3Q_8.jpg","details":{"size":1323546,"image":{"width":1600,"height":817}},"fileName":"764_PB26_31Bug_F3Q_8.jpg","contentType":"image/jpeg"}}}}},"content":[]},{"nodeType":"paragraph","data":{},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"Last, but not least for the Bugattis from this collection, the ","marks":[],"data":{}},{"nodeType":"hyperlink","data":{"uri":"https://www.goodingco.com/lot/1934-bugatti-type-54-roadster?utm_source=OnlyUpside&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Pebble_OnlyUpside_Mullin"},"content":[{"nodeType":"text","value":"1930 Bugatti Type 54 Roadster","marks":[{"type":"underline"},{"type":"bold"}],"data":{}}]},{"nodeType":"text","value":" is a faithful recreation of the Zdenek Pohl Type 54 Roadster using numerous factory components and wearing the original O.Uhlik coachwork of the car. 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