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 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 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 Grand Sport are made of carbon fibre, and house an integrated 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 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 Bugatti Veyron 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.
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Specifications
Dimensions
Length: 4,462 mm
Width: 1,998 mm
Height, Normal Position: 1,204 mm
Wheel base: 2,710 mm
Curb Weight: 1,968 kg
Max. permitted laden weight: 2,280 kg
Tank capacity: 100 l
Engine
Motor Type/Number of Cylinders: W16
Cylinder Capacity: 7 993 cm3
Power output: 736 KW (1,001 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Max. torque: 1,250 Nm @ 2,200-5,500 rpm
Gearbox: 7 Gear DSG
Drive: 4WD
Power distribution: Front axle differential with Haldex clutch; rear axle with with transverse differential lock
Suspension
Wheel suspension: Double wishbone front / rear
Tyre, front: 265-680 ZR 500A Michelin Pilot Sport Pax
Tyres, rear: 365-710 ZR 540A Michelin Pilot Sport Pax
Tyre pressure: 3.1 bar front, 3.1 bar rear
Suspension Heights (front / rear)
Standard: 125 mm / 125 mm - For town traffic and speeds up to 220 km/h. From 220 km/h, automatic configuration switches from Standard to Handling
Handling: 80 mm / 95 mm - For fast driving on country roads or motorways, or manually selectable for race tracks
Top Speed: 65 mm / 70 mm - For V-max driving (over 375 km/h), manually selectable with separate key
Brakes
Brake disk diameter: 400 mm front, 380 mm rear
Brake disk material: Carbon / ceramic front / rear
Number of wheel brake cylinders: 8 front, 6 rear
Number of brake pads: 4 front, 2 rear
Aerodynamics
CW Values
Standard: 0.39
Handling: 0.42
Top Speed: 0.36
Airbrake: 0.68
Wing/Spoiler Angle
Standard: Retracted / 2° cool-down position
Handling with roof: 6°/27°
Handling without roof: 20°/27°
Top Speed: 2°
Brake setting: 55°/27°
Special features: Central hydraulics
Fuel Consumption
In town: 41,9 l/100km
Out of town: 15,6 l/100km
Combined: 24,9 l/100km
Fuel type: Super lead free 98 RON / ROZ
CO2-Emission
In town: 999 g/km
Out of town: 373 g/km
Combined: 596 g/km
Performance
Top speed: 407 km/h
Acceleration
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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 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 Grand Sport are made of carbon fibre, and house an integrated 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 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 Bugatti Veyron 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.
Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Specifications
Dimensions
Length: 4,462 mm
Width: 1,998 mm
Height, Normal Position: 1,204 mm
Wheel base: 2,710 mm
Curb Weight: 1,968 kg
Max. permitted laden weight: 2,280 kg
Tank capacity: 100 l
Engine
Motor Type/Number of Cylinders: W16
Cylinder Capacity: 7 993 cm3
Power output: 736 KW (1,001 hp) @ 6,000 rpm
Max. torque: 1,250 Nm @ 2,200-5,500 rpm
Gearbox: 7 Gear DSG
Drive: 4WD
Power distribution: Front axle differential with Haldex clutch; rear axle with with transverse differential lock
Suspension
Wheel suspension: Double wishbone front / rear
Tyre, front: 265-680 ZR 500A Michelin Pilot Sport Pax
Tyres, rear: 365-710 ZR 540A Michelin Pilot Sport Pax
Tyre pressure: 3.1 bar front, 3.1 bar rear
Suspension Heights (front / rear)
Standard: 125 mm / 125 mm - For town traffic and speeds up to 220 km/h. From 220 km/h, automatic configuration switches from Standard to Handling
Handling: 80 mm / 95 mm - For fast driving on country roads or motorways, or manually selectable for race tracks
Top Speed: 65 mm / 70 mm - For V-max driving (over 375 km/h), manually selectable with separate key
Brakes
Brake disk diameter: 400 mm front, 380 mm rear
Brake disk material: Carbon / ceramic front / rear
Number of wheel brake cylinders: 8 front, 6 rear
Number of brake pads: 4 front, 2 rear
Aerodynamics
CW Values
Standard: 0.39
Handling: 0.42
Top Speed: 0.36
Airbrake: 0.68
Wing/Spoiler Angle
Standard: Retracted / 2° cool-down position
Handling with roof: 6°/27°
Handling without roof: 20°/27°
Top Speed: 2°
Brake setting: 55°/27°
Special features: Central hydraulics
Fuel Consumption
In town: 41,9 l/100km
Out of town: 15,6 l/100km
Combined: 24,9 l/100km
Fuel type: Super lead free 98 RON / ROZ
CO2-Emission
In town: 999 g/km
Out of town: 373 g/km
Combined: 596 g/km
Performance
Top speed: 407 km/h
Acceleration
0-100 km/h: <>