PETROLHEADS can now purchase a car that was once driven by music mogul Simon Cowell - but it won't come cheap.
The globally famous celebrity bought the luxury car for £1million in 2010, but he reportedly only drove it twice in four years.
Cowell reportedly snagged the whip - a 2008 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 - after spotting it in a Beverly Hills showroom.
But just four years later he sold it for a cool £1.1million - netting a tidy £100,000 profit.
The rare supercar reaches a top speed of over 250mph with an excess of 1,000 BHP - It can do 0-60mph in just 2.5 seconds.
Additionally, collectors might be keen to know that it's wrapped in a rare single-colour black paint job - making it even more note-worthy.
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The luxurious motor is being sold off by RM Sotheby’s and has jumped up in price yet again - costing potential punters an extra £300,000 to drive it home.
What to know about car auctions:
Car auctions are a way to sell vehicles based on a bidding system with the highest offer securing the deal.
Auctions aren't restricted to the rich and famous as thousands of cars are sold at motor auctions in the UK each week.
Here's what you need to know before attending an auction:
- Be prepared: Do your research on the car you would like to purchase beforehand.
- Check the car: Cars will usually be lined up before the start, so make sure to arrive early to inspect the desired car thoroughly.
- Have a back-up: Be ready for disappointment as your desired motor may be sold to someone else and select a few back-ups.
- Be realistic: Realise that there won't be a "perfect" car at an auction and adjust expectations accordingly.
- Set a budget: It is easy to overspend in the heat of the moment during bidding. Ensure you have set a budget and do not go over it.
Key phrases to look out for:
- ‘No major mechanical faults’ – suggests that there shouldn't be any issues with the car's drivetrain, gearbox, suspension, or engine.
- ‘Specified faults’ – the auctioneer will read out specific faults.
- ‘Sold as seen’ – the vehicle is sold with any and all problems it may have. The auction company will rarely entertain complaints regarding the mechanical or cosmetic condition of these vehicles after sale.
- ‘Sold with a warranted mileage’ - The car is being offered based on the report, which confirms the mileage through an independent check.
The listing reads: “Renowned for its engineering brilliance, the Bugatti Veyron boasts an 8.0-litre, W16 engine with 1,001 horsepower, achieving speeds over 250mph.
"This luxury supercar melds high performance with a sleek design.
”Its uniqueness is accentuated by its previous ownership by British superstar Simon Cowell and its rare single-tone black paint job, distinguishing it from the more common two-tone Veyrons.”
The auction will go ahead in Toronto, Ontario, Canada on 1 June, and the guide price has been set at £1.18million and £1.38million.
Cowell is a renowned petrolhead. He currently owns two Rolls Royce Phantoms, plus multiple Bentleys, Ferraris, Jaguars, and an Aston Martin.
It's not the only car sale that's made petrolheads poke their heads up, but most of the time they'll need a tidy bank account to be able to afford the motors.
Earlier this month a rare Plymouth Superbird - which featured in a classic Pixar film - went up for sale for a whopping £147,000.
And, this "one of a kind" Porsche 928 GT went under the hammer last month - costing around £240,000.
Finally, this F1 legend's personal motor is up for sale and could fetch £60,000.
The 1972 Lotus even comes with a bonus gift of a photo of the racing icon standing next to it outside his home.
