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Power unleashed: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport is available for order!

2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Chevy announces details for the track-based 2017 Corvette Grand Sport. With redesigned track-focused chassis and suspension systems, the Grand Sport also includes lightweight architecture, downforce-producing aerodynamic pack, improved cooling system, electronic limited-slip differential and Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. Cool, right?

All these tweaks ensure 0-60mph (100km/h) run that ends in mere 3,6 seconds, a quarter mile run in 11,8 seconds with average speed of 212km/h (118mph) with the optional Z07 performance package with paddle shifters and eight-speed automatic gearbox.

2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

Also, in addition to all the goodies, Grand Sport features special exterior elements and details as specific front fender inserts and Z06-style grille, along with widened fenders and rear quarter panels. There are also new exterior and interior color schemes: Admiral Blue Metallic, Watkins Glen Gray Metallic, Black Rose Metallic, Sterling Blue Metallic, Long Beach Red Metallic Tintcoat, Arctic White, Blade Silver Metallic, Corvette Racing Yellow Tintcoat and Torch Red.

Furthermore, Chevrolet team offers and Heritage Package with hash-mark fender graphics in six colors, special detailing, full-length stripes, five wheel choises and more.

Also, Chevy team plans to release a special Grand Sport Collector Edition later this year with Watkins Glen Gray Metallic exterior, Tension Blue hash-mark graphics, satin black full-length stripes, black wheels and more.

2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

Prices start from $66,445USD.

So, how do you find the new Grand Sport model? Write down in the comment section.

Source: Chevrolet

May 3, 2016

Chevy Showcases 2017 Corvette Grand Sport Beast at Geneva Show

2017 Chevrolet Grand Sport 2017 Corvette Grand Sport was shown today at the Geneva International Motor Show. With the well-known Corvette Racing DNA, this new family member has a lot to demonstrate. And just like 2015 Le Mans-winner Corvette C7.R GTE Pro, the latest Grand Sport blends lightweight construction, track-ready aerodynamic enhancements and naturally-aspired engine.

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Engineers paid special attention to chassis fine-tuning, enhancing the cooling system and also to the whole performance features in order to deliver one-of-a-kind race machine. And apparently we see the result: a Grand Sport monster with Z07 pack is maybe one of Chevy’s most potent vehicles ever produced.

Some of the main performance equipment includes Michelin Pilot Super Sport summer tires, Specific Grand Sport Wheel design:19×10 inches and 20×12 inches rear, Brembo brake system with 355mm 14-unch rotors and six-piston calipers in front and 13,4 inch rotors and four-piston calipers in the rear. Magnetic ride control, specific stabilizer bars and special springs, standard electronic limited-slip differential

2017 Chevrolet Grand Sport

And all this goes hand to hand with LT1 V8 engine, capable of producing a total of 460hp (343kW) of power output. This particular unit is further paired to a seven-speed manual gearbox with active rev match or the optional eight-speed paddle-shift automatic with specific performance calibration.

Also, in addition to the track-focused aero components, Grand Sport includes specific front fender insets, Z06-style grille and wider rear fenders not only to enhance the appealing design, but also to give the vehicle some aerodynamic and track-ready attitude.

Grand Sport Collector Edition

2017 Chevrolet Grand Sport

The special edition includes exclusive Watkins Glen Gray Metallic exterior with Tension Blue hash-mark graphics, satin black full-length stripes, black wheels and special Tension Blue full leather and suede-wrapped interior. Also, there is a three-dimensional representation of the original Grand Sport race car, embossed in the headrests. That shape is also includes on the instrument panel plaque.

2017 Chevrolet Grand Sport

The Collector Edition will be available for order later this year.

Source: Chevrolet

March 1, 2016

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse 1 of 1 at 2014 Pebble Beach

Bugatti has unveiled another special edition of Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. The time the name of the model is “1 of 1” and was presented at the 2014 Pebble Beach event. The special edition model takes inspiration from the brand’s historical designs and vehicles.

“The Bugatti Veyron is an iconic car, which has set benchmarks in many respects”, said Wolfgang Durheimer, President of Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S.

“In addition to the certainty of owning the world’s fastest production sports car, exclusiveness is extremely important to our customers. This is the reason that we have always placed so much focus on customisation and personalisation at Bugatti.”, he added.

The exterior of Grand Sport Vitesse 1 of 1 boasts yellow and black two-tone livery. It is derived from Bugatti’s classic models: Type 41 Royale, Type 55 and Type 44. There is also a new mesh grille with the customer initials “PL”. More than 200 working hours are needed to attain this special, luxurious anodised duo-tone appearance in the finest quality.

“ A Bugatti is purchased as a collector’s item. As a brand, we do everything to be worthy of the trust placed in us and to maintain the sustained value of this automotive icon,” notes Wolfgang Durheimer.

“This means that we also support our customers in the personalisation of their Bugatti in the way they would like it. Our customers’ wishes are our highest priority.”, he finished.

Source: Bugatti

August 19, 2014

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Black Bess

Bugatti has unveiled another special edition of Veyron. Actually, this is the fifth edition part of Bugatti’s “Legends” series. It is based on the super powerful Grand Sport Vitesse and comes with a number of unique styling upgrades.

2014 Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Black Bess is paying tribute to the Type 18 “Black Bess”, which the manufacturer describes as one of the first street-legal super sports cars. The Type 18 “Black Bess” was powered by a 5.0 liter four-cylinder engine with 100HP (73 kW) and achieved a top speed of 161 km/h (100 mph), which was incredible considering the year – 1913.

To be sensational nowadays, you need a really spectacular engine and power like twelve times more than 1913.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engin – 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds. The top speed is 410 km/h (254 mph). ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds. Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

Bugatti will exhibit the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Black Bess at the 2014 Beijing Motor Show starting on April 20^th.

Source: Bugatti

April 10, 2014

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Meo Costantini at 2013 Dubai International Motor Show

Bugatti has announced a new special edition Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse. It’s name is Meo Costantini and it will be introduced at the 2013 Dubai International Motor Show.

The series of Bugatti Legend cars, “Les Légendes de Bugatti”, was launched in August at California’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance with the Vitesse “Jean-Pierre Wimille”. This was followed by the Legend car, “Jean Bugatti”, which was presented at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt and now, the third Legend Edition, dedicated to Meo Costantini is introduced.

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine – 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds dead. The top speed is 410 km/h (254 mph). ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds. Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting discipline 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brake system takes 23.9 seconds.

The exterior features wings, doors, the parts behind the doors, the “medaillons” (French) and corners of the front bumper rendered in aluminium. The blue paintwork on the carbon fiber parts references France’s classic motor sport color, as well as the Type 35. The new paint color “Bugatti Dark Blue Sport” has been specially developed for the vehicle. The aluminium parts are hand-polished and coated with clear lacquer.

The interior of the Legend Vitesse “Meo Costantini” is completely upholstered in leather. The roof, footwell, center sections of the seats and rear wall are all in the color “Gaucho”, a sophisticated cognac tone. The seat’s side cushions, arm rests, extended center console, door panels, dash panel, instrument panel and steering wheel are all trimmed in dark blue leather in the “Lake Blue” color.

Nothing is mentioned about the pricing, but it will be around €2,000,000. In case you are not billionaire, there is still chance to get one, of you make smart decisions.

Source: Bugatti

November 5, 2013

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse Lang Lang Special Edition

Bugatti has announced a special edition Grand Sport Vitesse designed to celebrate a concert by world renowned pianist Lang Lang in Molsheim, France.The Grand Sport Vitesse Lang Lang Special Edition is inspired by a concert grand piano and the Type 57 Atalante. The one-off model boasts black-tinted carbon fiber and Blanc Atalante paint finish.The interior also feature two-tone styling. There are white leather door panels with black contrast stitching. There are also piano black trim elements and gold-plated accents on the steering wheel.Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engin – 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds dead. The top speed is 410 km/h (254 mph). ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds. Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

October 3, 2013

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition at Pebble Beach

During the Monterey Car Week, one of the most prestigious automobile shows in the world, Bugatti will debut the first of its sixpart exclusive Bugatti Legends edition, “Les Légendes de Bugatti”. As part of the weekend, the French luxury brand is celebrating the world premiere of its first Legend model, which has been bestowed the name “Jean-Pierre Wimille”. As with all five subsequent editions, this Legend will be limited to three vehicles.

The exterior boasts two-tone paint inspired by Bugatti Type 57G Tank which Wimille used to win the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1937. The model also has Le Mans-inspired graphics and lasered logos of Jean-Pierre Wimille’s signature. Other highlights include two-tone interior featuring Bleu Wimille and Lake Blue leather upholstery with light blue contrast stitching. There are also embroidered headrests, blue carbon fiber trim elements and special “Les Legendes de Bugatti” badging.

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engin – 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds dead. The top speed is 410 km/h (254 mph). ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds. Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

Source: Bugatti

August 16, 2013

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition

Bugatti is going to exhibit the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition next month during the Monterey Auto Week in California, USA. The manufacturer is continuing to make all kinds of special editions Veyron cars.

This particular model is limited to just 3 units named after the Legend Jean-Pierre Wimille, who triumphed at 24 Hours of Le Mans for Bugatti in 1937 co-driving a 57G Tank with Robert Benoist. He also won in 1939 while co-driving a 57C Tank with Pierre Veyron.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse Jean-Pierre Wimille Edition comes with a clear-coated carbon fiber finish with a light Wimille Bleu paint job. The interior has some details connected to Mr. Wimille.
“The materials and colors selected, as well as a host of details, all reference the essential characteristics of the classic models driven by those figures to whom our edition pays homage. In each case, this care has resulted in vehicles in which the authenticity of the past is combined with the modern design, the sportive superlative and the luxurious comfort of Bugatti as an icon of the present. With these Bugatti Legends we are giving history a modern makeover.”, commented Achim Anscheidt, chief designer at Bugatti.

Bugatti Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engin – 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds dead. The top speed is 410 km/h (254 mph). ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds. Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

Source: Bugatti

July 24, 2013

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse – World Record [video]

Bugatti has released an interesting video with the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse World Record Car Edition doing the famous 408.84 km/h (254.04 mph).

This is the fastest convertible on the planet and the record was made on Volkswagen Group’s Ehra-Lessien test track which has a 9 km (5.6 miles) long straight.

The Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine with 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. It sends all that torque to an AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds. ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds.

Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

Only 8 units wil be built – each price from €1,990,000.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=csuQ0wXN7kU

Source: Bugatti via Youtube

April 29, 2013

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse World Record Car Edition – 408.84 km/h

Bugatti will introduce the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse World Record Car Edition at the Shanghai Motor Show. The special edition hyper-car will be presented in order to celebrate that the Grand Sport Vitesse has officially become the fastest convertible in the world.

During the high-speed test, the Grand Sport Vitesse managed to hit a top speed of 408.84 km/h (254.04 mph) at Volkswagen’s Ehra-Lessien proving grounds.

The Grand Sport Vitesse is powered by the famous 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo engine with 1200HP (883 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is paired with a 7-speed DSG gearbox. It sends all that torque to an AWD system. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 7.1 seconds, 0-300 km/h in 16 seconds. ¼ mile is covered in 10.0 seconds flat and 1 mile in just 25.0 seconds.

Other interesting disciplines like 0-100-0 km/h take 5.9 seconds and 0-200-0 take 12.9 seconds. The interesting 0-300-0, which is brutal for the brakes take 23.9 seconds.

The official fuel consumption is 23.1 l / 100 km on average cycle and the city cycle is around 37.2 l / 100 km.

The overall weight of the vehicle is 1990 kg and the fuel tank can take up to 100 litres of fuel or around 250 km range in city.

The suspension features three different settings: Standard, Handling and Top Speed.

The brake system includes 400 mm front discs with 8 piston calipers and 380 mm discs at the rear with 6 piston calipers.

Only eight Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse World Record Car Edition will be produced – price €1,990,000.

Source: Bugatti

April 11, 2013

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Venet

Bugatti has presented their latest special edition Veyron – The Grand Sport Venet is prepared with the help of the French artist Bernar Venet. The conceptual artist was asked by Bugatti to help them with this project, which is built for this week’s Art Basel Miami Beach.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Venet features a special look including rust-like paint starting from the front of the hyper car. The drawings include many mathematic and scientific formulas and numbers.

“A Bugatti is already a work of art in itself, one that transports both its beholder and its driver into new dimensions of reality. I realized how I could translate my passion for mathematical equations and scientific treatises into three-dimensional form. My works are usually self-referential. So I found the idea of translating the equations of the Bugatti engineers onto the bodywork of the car very appealing. It was, so to speak, a logical conclusion and a new challenge in terms of the specific form of collaboration and implementation. To me, the result is also exceptional when measured by artistic standards and bestows the object with a mythical character.”, commented Bernar Venet.

The interior boasts nice brown leather for dashboard, door panels and seats. Again, there are some interesting orange formulas.

The engine remains same – an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo – 1200HP (882 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of over 410 km/h (255 mph).

Nothing is mentioned about the price, but probably it will be more than €2,000,000.

Source: Bugatti

December 3, 2012

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Rafale

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Rafale is the latest model of the manufacturer. It was presented at the Sao Paulo Motor Show.

The car is based on Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse (as you may suggest), but features some interesting upgrades like unique alloy wheels and a two-tone exterior with “Gris Rafale” paint and blue carbon fiber. The interior boasts lake blue leather seats, light grey stitching and blue carbon fiber trim. All details are matched perfectly and the comfort is sensational.

This strong contrast of colours is found again in the interior but vice-versa: with lake blue leather seats and a stitching in light grey.

The engine is the same – 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo – 1200HP (882 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of over 410 km/h (255 mph).

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse Rafale is priced at €1,900,000.

Source: Bugatti

October 23, 2012

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