nod to the W16 Mistral ’ s illustrious forebears , the gear shifter – machined from a solid block of aluminum – features an homage to Rembrandt Bugatti ’ s famous ‘ dancing elephant ’ sculpture . Iterations of this sculpture adorned the bonnet of the legendary Type 41 Royale , the most luxurious Bugatti ever created . It is a fitting connection to Bugatti ’ s modern day roadster masterpiece – one that seamlessly continues the brand ’ s long tradition of incredible roadsters that have been admired and revered for decades .