JustFord0099 Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 now in vert form New Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport to be unveiled on 16 August 2008 at thePebble Beach Concours d’EleganceMolsheim/Pebble Beach, August 16, 2008 – The world’s most significant celebration of the automobile takes place annually in Monterey, California. This year, it will see some of the most elegant, exclusive, and valuable vehicles ever produced in over 100 years of motoring, with Bugatti set to play a prominent role. On the evening prior to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the highlight of the event, the marque renowned for impeccable automotive solutions, aesthetics and driving dynamics will unveil a second model to the world – the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport with a unique removable roof.In response to customer demand, significant modifications have been made to the vehicle’s complex structure to make possible open-top driving, thereby adding a new dimension to this high-performance sports car. Incorporating a host of new and innovative safety and equipment features, it is the world’s fastest and most exciting roadster. It is immediately recognizable as a result of its slightly higher windscreen, stylized daytime running lights, and lightweight, transparent polycarbonate roof.The main challenge in developing the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport with removable roof resulted from the unique structure of the fixed-roof Bugatti Veyron. An optimum combination of rigidity and lightweight engineering ensures the monocoque passenger cell of the original model is extremely strong while weighing an absolute minimum – it is a central element of the vehicle’s structure. As the roof is an integral part of this, removing it meant the load paths had to be completely redesigned to maintain the vehicle’s rigidity and crash safety, and to offer additional protection from side impacts and rolling.As a result, the monocoque structure has been reinforced around the side skirts and the transmission tunnel. The B-pillars have been cross-stiffened using a carbon fibre support, and a central carbon plate has been positioned beneath the transmission tunnel to ensure the vehicle suffers from less torsional flexing than any other roadster.The doors of the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport are made of carbon fibre, and house anintegrated longitudinal beam.In the event of an accident, this transfers the load from the A to the B-pillar, thereby dissipating impact energy. Furthermore, the two redesigned air intakes for the 16-cylinder mid-engine now feature 10-centimetre wide carbon-fibre elements to offer protection should the car roll.Along with moisture-resistant, backstitched leather, a range of new equipment features has been added to the interior, including a reversing camera with 2.7-inch monitor in the rear-view-mirror, and the “Puccini” sound system with digital signal processor.When the roof is closed, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport can reach 407 km/h, while speeds of up to 360 km/h are possible with roof off. Should it rain, an innovative folding roof stored in the luggage compartment can be opened up like an umbrella at any time. When this folding roof is in place, the car can travel at up to 130 km/h.Assembled by hand at the company’s headquarters in Molsheim, Alsace, the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport will be available from March 2009 at the price of 1.4 million euros (excluding tax). Just 150 examples will be made, with the first 50 of these going exclusively to registered Bugatti customers. The first vehicle is certain to be highly sought after, and Bugatti has taken the decision to donate this specific car to charity. It will be sold to the highest bidder at the Pebble Beach Auction presented by Gooding & Company.source : Bugatti Press Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Falcone Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 all I can say is wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khax Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 awesome. but i personally think they could have done something better with the wheels.. :ph34r: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aequitas_Veritas Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 sexay car, fugly rims. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErikS Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 I already have three. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smithwicks Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 wowe we wow...damn that looks goodalso looking good...Alfa Romeo 8C Spider...mmmmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caanglin Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 The wheels look like something you would see at Pep Boys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dermy Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 The wheels look like something you would see at Pep Boys.only suitable for an overpriced, overweight, straightline slug that looks like something from the backshelf of the matchbox cars design room.sorry, but the veyron doesnt do anything for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FistFull Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 This isn't new I already have one of those...I just prefer to drive my S60 instead:lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prasamin Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 i think it's an ugly car, but damn it must be an experience to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JVC Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 Someone do the math for me... can it still do 253? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Posted August 21, 2008 Report Share Posted August 21, 2008 Hate that car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyCarIsRed Posted August 22, 2008 Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 The wheels look like something you would see at Pep Boys.didnt think pep boys carried machined rims ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HPTDoh Posted August 22, 2008 Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 I was going to get one, but someone told me they don't come in creme yellow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plan_B Posted August 22, 2008 Report Share Posted August 22, 2008 Like Reid, it only gets better with age <3 them both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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