Following the achievement of the Veyron 16.4 Super Sport, Bugatti didn't need to wait a long time before it acquired the initial questions about an opentop variant of the Grand Sport which may also supply 882 kW (1,200 hp).

Dynamics in figures

These figures enable the vehicle to reach 100 km/h (62 miles per hour) from standing in amazing 2.6 seconds.

the quickest production roadster ever. The most rate is achieved on paths with special security precautions.

Optimized drive system

The 199 hp boost on the Grand Sport is largely attained through the use of four bigger turbochargers with new intercoolers. Moreover, Bugatti has commonly strengthened all drivetrain components to be able to securely transfer the huge forces constantly. The gearing of the sevenspeed dualclutch gearbox (DSG) in particular is adapted to the new conditions. Within this circumstance, as on the Super Sport, the air have been also modified by Bugatti ducting in the place of the drive-train. As a result of the complete decreased back-pressure as well as the bigger turbochargers, it was even possible to lessen the fuel consumption marginally despite the higher production. The fuel system, using a tank, is obtained from the Super Activity.

Chassis

To be able to place the power on the road certainly securely and masterfully, the engineers have re-configured the chassis of the Vitesse. Because of the rapid-responding dampers which were adapted from motor-racing, the charge of the automobile has-been further enhanced and totally balanced. Pitching and body-roll during hard acceleration and braking now are almost imperceptible. Optimised wheelload changes have more reduced understeer and enable a maximum amount of active security. As well as the incomparable lateral acceleration of up-to 1.4 g, the exact interaction of the tires (on allnew, lighter 20inch "Vitesse"-type alloy wheels), jointly with the smart all-wheeldrive system, ensures exceptionally good management. A dynamic alliance is formed by the chassis, all-wheel - drive system and the revised ESP: the Grand Sport Vitesse also supplies an even more dynamic functionality in these scenarios, because the ESP kicks in somewhat after, for example whenever you accelerate out-of corners. It really simply goes without saying that Bugatti has adapted the system to take into account the even greater motor output. The brakes, that are unparalleled when it comes to operation and stability, now have bigger air-intakes and added.

It thus stays simple to understand for that motorist. Within this circumstance, it's simply astounding that Bugatti was able to raise comfort within the chassis area by lowering the dynamic natural frequency.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse

Body

Bugatti has created a brand new roof spoiler for the Grand Sport Vitesse that considerably reduces buffeting and wind noise within the inside. Moreover, there is a windbreak for the roadster that may be put away compactly within the luggage compartment when not in use. Both details will even be available for the Grand Sport. Together, they permit exceptionally comfortable, opentop driving-even at rates of around 200 km/h (124 miles per hour).

Numerous aerodynamic measures in the front and back that appeared in the Super Activity are adapted for the Grand Sport Vitesse. Leading end is consequently characterized by bigger air intakes; both central air intakes for the right and left of the Bugatti radiator grille are split horizontally by a bar. The bottom air port extends sideways to the wheel housing and provides an exceptionally masterful look to this extraordinary sports car. A fresh Park Distance-control system (PDC) watches on the back as well as the front.

Both air scoops in the right and left of the motor cover (redesigned for the Vitesse) are a feature of the Grand Activity and consequently also of the Grand Sport Vitesse. These air scoops fulfil two jobs to the roadster. On the one-hand, they pull in atmosphere for the engine, as well as on the other, they're an elegantly incorporated the main antiroll protection system. As on the Super Sport, a fullcarbon-fibre monocoque, which enables an exceptionally high torsional rigidity along with maximum passive security, can also be used on the Grand Sport Vitesse. The outside skin can be, made entirely from carbon-fibre and, hence, the new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse comes in clearcoated observable carbon.

Inside

Carbon-fibre is (along with stainless metals including Magnesium and Aluminum) additionally the dominant material within the inside of the Grand Sport Vitesse. Several inside components are now produced from carbon-fibre in the 1,200-hp roadster. This contains the center console extension, a cover with EB emblem within the back-bulkhead leather trim (between the seat backrests) as well as the belt outlet covers in the seats. The decor to the door inserts, the center console and the adjoining trimming to the instrument panel can also be produced from carbon-fibre. The bi-color black trim components are also new within the Grand Sport variant, and so can be an unique seat layout for the Grand Sport Vitesse. The twotone leather seat covers are improved by contrasting stitching between also the side segments and the seat base.

Configuration of the display vehicles

There's no end to the alternatives for your Bugatti. Each of the 350 Veyrons assembled is so special. This applies to both Grand Sport Vitesse versions that Bugatti is demonstrating in the 2012 Geneva International Motor Show. The blue variant of the brand-new roadster is finished in observable carbon fibre. The outdoor colors are found again within the inside. As the big surfaces function dark-blue tones, "New Light-blue" is used for the contrasting stitching as well as the Vitesse labelling to the seats. This Vitesse variation costs 1.91 million euros.

Rather than two colors, this design utilizes an interaction between places (roof, lids and air scoop) and components and matte surfaces (side components, exterior mirrors and door handles). Wheel rims and the radiator grill are painted black. All other surfaces, such as the, carbon components, are black. In both cases, the competitive, dynamic appearance of the vehicles ties in with the placement of the brand-new Grand Sport Vitesse. Its cost is 1.75 million euros.

The traditional Grand Sport, a sports-car with a stylish, arty orientation, will, naturally, stay within the number. Following the achievement of the L'Or Blanc (created in cooperation with Berlinbased porcelain manufacturers Koniglichen Porzellan Manufaktur), Bugatti is now working on additional unusual methods to individualize the Grand Sport. One problem for the creation would be to give a clear gleam while to the observable carbon enabling the color to radiate vibrantly in a particular light. About the Grand Activity offered in Geneva, the carbon components made in the brand new colour "Brown" (lids, butt, front spoiler and side skirting) shimmer within an almost bronze color based on the way the light falls. To produce a distinction, the side components with this Grand Sport, right up-to the back air intakes, are produced from aluminium. The inside of the sports-car, with "Gaucho" colored leather and dark stitching (colour "Java"), complements the outside.

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