Bugatti Dresses the W16 Mistral Roadster in a Dragonfly-Inspired Design

Bugatti continues to roll out one-off versions of its limited-run Bugatti W16 Mistral, each tailored by its Sur Mesure customization division for demanding clients.

Earlier this year, the company unveiled the wave-inspired Mistral La Perle Rare, followed by the floral-themed Mistral Caroline. Now comes the latest creation: the W16 Mistral Fly Bug—a striking design inspired by dragonflies, despite its somewhat ambiguous name.

The unusual theme and name were chosen by the customer, whose identity hasn’t been officially confirmed. However, among Bugatti collectors, one name stands out: Hezi Shaked, an American businessman known for his taste in uniquely styled hypercars. His collection already includes insect-themed models like the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse “Hellbug,” Chiron “Hellbee,” and Divo “Lady Bug.” The Fly Bug appears to be the latest addition to that lineup.

Mechanically, nothing has changed. The Mistral remains an all-wheel-drive roadster powered by an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine producing 1,600 horsepower and 1,180 lb-ft of torque, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The focus here is entirely on design.

The standout feature is a dramatic gradient finish in a custom shade called Dragonfly Blue. Developed specifically for this car, the color is meant to mimic the metallic shimmer of a dragonfly’s body and the iridescent flicker of its wings. Black accents complement the look, appearing across the bodywork, rear section, and in oval-shaped patterns along the sides and front—echoing the markings of flying insects.

Bugatti designers also incorporated new monochrome versions of the brand’s Macaron emblem, placing them in an unusual spot behind the side air intakes. Even the signature Mistral wheels are finished to match the overall color scheme.

Inside, the theme continues with a mix of deep blue and black. Bright accents highlight oval elements across the dashboard, steering wheel, center console, armrest, sport seats, and door panels. The doors feature layered materials—perforated leather over Alcantara—creating a three-dimensional elliptical pattern. And, as expected, Bugatti’s signature “Dancing Elephant” sculpture is embedded within the transmission selector.

Pricing for this one-off creation hasn’t been disclosed, but it’s safe to assume it exceeds the roughly $5.5 million starting price of the standard Mistral. Production of the model is capped at at least 99 units, meaning more bespoke interpretations are likely on the way.