The Bugatti Chiron's quad headlights are a standout feature, making the cars from Molsheim instantly recognizable due to their distinctive daytime running light signature. However, these vehicles are a rare sight, with only 500 units ever produced, which translates to a high cost not only for purchasing the car but also for acquiring spare parts. For instance, an eBay Germany listing showcases a set of Valeo headlights for the Chiron, priced at an astonishing €147,000. These LEDs are compatible with the Pur Sport and the Super Sport 300+, and at current exchange rates, they equate to $164,000. This amount is enough to buy a brand-new Porsche 911 Carrera GTS ($164,900). The seller, based in Poland, offers to ship the Chiron headlights to European countries for an additional €1,000 ($1,100), excluding Russia and Ukraine. International shipping is available, though the costs are not specified but are likely higher.
The ad targets a limited audience due to the rarity of these cars. The headlights are listed as used but are promised to be in 'perfect condition.' They are advertised as original with OEM part codes: 5B4941035C 5B4941036C. Research revealed that these headlights are listed on a Polish site for a more reasonable 420,000 PLN (€98,000 or $110,000). The high price for these headlights echoes a video from The Hamilton Collection detailing Chiron ownership costs, such as $10,000 per taillight, $13,547 for a replacement key, and $185,000 for a transmission.
The ownership costs for the Veyron are equally exorbitant, according to real estate mogul Manny Khoshbin. Replacing all fluids costs $25,000, while tires cost $38,000 and need to be changed every 10,000 miles for $50,000. An EPA certification application showed a turbocharger replacement cost of $6,400, and labor costs for replacing two turbos were $9,000. Fuel tank replacement costs $20,000, plus $22,000 for labor, and replacing camshaft adjusters costs about the same, with the item itself only costing around $800. These prices, from a few years ago, are likely to have increased, such as the Veyron's bespoke Michelin Pilot Sport PAX tires, which were $42,000 in 2020, up by $4,000 from the previous year. The new Tourbillion model has lost its turbochargers but added a hybrid setup, which is undoubtedly expensive to maintain.