Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport – Automobiles Review

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse in Action [video]

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition is the most powerful roadster ever created by the luxury brand. It is finished in either Bianco and New Light Blue color scheme.

The new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by the well-known 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine delivering 1200HP (882 kW) and 1500Nm (1111 lb-ft) of torque at just 3000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 410 km/h (255 mph). This means that Vitesse is the fastest production roadster ever.

The supercar has new lighter 20” “Vitesse”-type alloy wheels. Bugatti has adapted the brake-cooling system as well. The brakes are unparalleled in terms of stability and performance and now get larger air intakes.

A significant decrease in wind noise was achieved through the newly developed roof spoiler. Another innovation included in the roadster is the new windbreak, which can be stored away compactly in the luggage compartment.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition version costs $2 500 000.

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October 8, 2012

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition Debuts at The Quail

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition is the most powerful roadster ever created by the luxury brand. Painted in unique Bianco and New Light Blue color scheme, the supercar was publicly presented for the first time at “The Quail: A Motorsports Gathering”.

The color combination of this Bugatti was inspired on the popular 1928 Type 37A model, which won a multitude of Grand Prix races.

The new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse shows remarkable maximum torque of 1,500 Nm (at 3,000–5,000 rpm) from the 7.9-liter capacity of its W16 engine. The maximum output here is 1200 hp (882 kW) and is reached at 6,400 rpm.

This means that the car effortlessly reaches an acceleration time of 2.6 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h. The top speed of 410 km/h (255 mph) makes the four-wheel drive Vitesse the fastest production roadster ever. Vitesse has an electronically limited speed of 375 km/h (233 mph).

These numbers mean basically that the new model adds 199 hp to the Grand Sport. This was achieved by using four larger turbochargers with new intercoolers. Bugatti has also modified the air ducting in the area of the drivetrain.

Additional result is an overall reduced back pressure and reduced the fuel consumption. The fuel system, with a four-pump tank, has been taken from the Super Sport.

Some modifications have been done to the chassis as well, in order to put the unrivalled power onto the road absolutely safely. Quick-responding dampers that have been adapted from motor racing, the control of the vehicle has been further enhanced and perfectly balanced.

The supercar was equipped with new lighter 20-inch “Vitesse”-type alloy wheels. Combined with the intelligent all-wheel-drive system, this ensures very good handling. Furthermore, Bugatti has adapted the brake-cooling system as well. The brakes are unparalleled in terms of stability and performance and now get larger air intakes.

A significant decrease in wind noise was achieved through the newly developed roof spoiler. Another innovation included in the roadster is the new windbreak, which can be stored away compactly in the luggage compartment.

Numerous aerodynamic improvements are also included. The front end now has larger air intakes; the two central air intakes to the left and right of the Bugatti radiator grille, which are divided horizontally by a bar.

New and visually refined front spoiler has also been featured. The xenon headlights, which can be seen in the Super Sport model, are now framed in black. Moreover, the rear end now includes double diffuser and a centrally positioned twin tailpipe.

The Park Distance Control system (PDC) included here observes carefully the front and the rear. In addition, the two air scoops on the left and right of the engine cover are a main characteristic of the model. They serve to pull in air for the engine and as a part of elegantly integrated anti-roll protection system.

For the entire outer skin of this Bugatti is used carbon fiber and. This is the predominant material utilized in the interior as well. It can be seen on the following parts: the center console extension, a cover with EB logo in the rear-bulkhead leather trim (between the seat backrests) and the belt outlet covers on the seats, the décor on the center console, the door inserts and the adjoining trim on the instrument panel.

Contrasting stitching is also included on the leather armrest between the seats. Some new features here are the knee pads in the center tunnel area, the additional 12 V socket (in the glove compartment), the restraint systems, the illuminated start and parking lock button, the instrument cluster with shift-up information and the power gauge that now goes up to 1200 hp.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Special Edition version costs $2 500 000.

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August 22, 2012

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Debut at Geneva

The Lamborghini Aventador J that is currently on a stand at the Geneva Motor Show is without question a magnificent looking roadster. Powerful too, with 700 BHP to play with. But, its mad looks and the fact that it has no windshield render it a bit silly. It shouldn’t be taken as a joke in any case, it can still shed your face off, but it’s all a bit of fun, it relies on flamboyancy and spunk. It beats its chest that it is what it is – a Lamborghini titan of hypercars.

However, the Aventador J does not, in any possible way, overshadow that other roadster at the show. I am talking about the god of hypercars (with a haircuts) – Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse.

As far as the figures are concerned, today this is the fastest open-top in the world. The Vitesse builds on the success of the previous Grand Sport that had “mere” 1001 ponies at its disposal. Now, by overhauling the four turbos and intercoolers, Bugatti have made the Vitesse more Super Sport-worthy. Let’s sum it up: a 7.9 liter W16 engine that brings 1,200 BHP and 1500 Nm of torque to all four wheels. The top speed is 410 kph or 255 mph (limited to 375 kph/233 mph). A zero to sixty time – 2.6 seconds. Yikes!

That new-found power has triggered an inevitable chain reaction that jolts trough the whole Veyron construction. Bugatti has promptly reinforced all drivetrain components in order to safely transfer the immense forces at any given moment. The bits within the 7-speed DSG gearbox have been specially modified to cope fairly with the new stresses. The same goes for the airflow that used to run through the components of the previous Grand Sport. It has now been further optimized. Ironically, somehow with the more power, the fuel economy has also been improved.

The chassis has had some work done. New, “quick-responding” dampers have been fitted which literally obliterate the possibility of body roll or pitching during braking or accelerating. The ESP has been revised to “lag” just a little bit after shooting out form a corner so that you can have that millisecond of slipperishness. Additionally, the brakes are now being cooled more efficiently in order for them to cope with the increased power.

Many aerodynamic components from the Super Sport have been picked off, redesigned and stuck to the Grand Sport Vitesse. At the front, bigger air intakes around the center grille, slashed with a line horizontally, give the car some identity. The bottom air vent stretches sideways into the wheel housing and gives this exceptional sports car an extremely masterful appearance. Further down, there is a newly made front spoiler. The Headlights, with their black frames are also new. The rear end also comes from the Super Sport but with two diffusers and two tailpipes clustered in the middle. All-new, lighter 20-inch “Vitesse”-type alloy wheels complete the picture

The two highest points of the car are the air scoops on the engine cover. Familiar from the Grand Sport, these are now again redesigned for the Vitesse and also act as components of an anti-roll protection system. Needless to say, that just like its predecessor, the Vitesse is virtually made all from carbon fiber.

Since you can go your way with the customization process, the end products may vary. That is why at the Geneva Motor Show there are two Vitesse configurations – one is in a strikingly blue, exposed carbon fiber finish and the other in “JetGrey” coating with an orange interior and black rims and grille. For the more conventional Veyron fans there’s also a classic Grand Sport version present just to remind you that it still exists.

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March 7, 2012

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport at Qatar International Motor Show

The legendary European manufacturer Bugatti took part in this year’s Qatar International Motor Show. This is the second time, in which the brand takes part in the Motor Show. This time, Bugatti has just presented an exclusive and uniquely colored model of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. In details this is the fastest, most powerful and most luxurious open top car in the world.

The model has a unique color and is made from unique materials, thus making it unique car. It has a horizontal color split with a bright yellow body framed in visible black carbon, including black-tinted wheels. This impressive color contrast is continued inside in the interior of the car with seats finished in yellow-colored leather with black stitching. Additionally, the middle console is in black carbon, while the dashboard, steering wheel and gearshift are made of black leather with yellow stitching. And if you wonder how much such piece of art would cost, well you have to be prepared to hear the sum of 1.58 million Euros. Not a car for anyone, isn’t it?

To go further into details, the last sale of Bugatti Veyron coupé was in June 2011. With this it marked an end to the successful era and exclusive production run of 300 units of the supercar and its even faster cousin the Super Sport. Now the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport includes supreme technology. For example when the roof is on, the vehicle can reach a top speed of 407 km/h, while speeds of up to 350 km/h are possible with the roof off. It is not a surprise therefore, that this makes the Grand Sport the fastest roadster in the world! Moreover the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport 16.4 will be assembled by hand at the company’s headquarters in Molsheim, France. Of course, the customers will have the opportunity to tailor their vehicles to their personal preferences and taste by choosing from a broad array of exquisite materials and colors. This model which is on display in Qatar, demonstrates an ever growing number of options. However Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. has limited the Grand Sport to only 150 units of which 105 slots are still open.

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January 24, 2012

Bugatti at Auto Shanghai 2011

At the display of Auto Shanghai 2011, Bugatti has showcased its latest two extremely-fast, state-of-the-art rides, the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport and Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport. (more…)

April 22, 2011

Production start for the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport

Last year’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California was the setting for the very first public presentation of the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. (more…)

May 21, 2009

New Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport

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. (more…)

August 17, 2008

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