Owning a luxury supercar like the Bugatti Chiron comes with a hefty price tag — not just for the vehicle itself, but also for its maintenance and replacement parts.
Only 500 Units
A recent listing on eBay shows just how expensive it can get, with a pair of Bugatti Chiron headlights being sold for an astonishing $160,000, according to 24auto.
In the past, replacing a car headlight was a simple and inexpensive task, often requiring nothing more than a new bulb. However, with modern cars, particularly high-end models like the Bugatti Chiron, the process is far more complex and costly.
The Chiron, a supercar limited to just 500 units worldwide, boasts a 16-cylinder engine capable of producing over 1,500 horsepower and achieving speeds of up to 304 mph. With a base price of over $3.5 million, it’s no surprise that the cost of replacement parts is equally staggering.
Headlights or new car?
The eBay listing, posted by a seller from Poland, offers the headlights as "used but like new," with an additional $1,000 shipping fee.
Although the shipping cost might seem minor compared to the price of the headlights, it adds to the overall expense. For context, the price of these headlights could buy you a brand-new BMW M5, a Porsche 911 Cabriolet, or a Mercedes-AMG SL 43.
This listing serves as a reminder that the cost of maintaining rare and exotic cars often matches their exclusivity. Similar stories include the cost of replacing a McLaren F1 windshield, which exceeds the price of a new Volkswagen Golf, and the spark plug replacement for the Bugatti Veyron, the Chiron's predecessor, which can rival the cost of a small car.
For those who can afford to drive these high-performance machines, these exorbitant prices are just another part of the ownership experience.
