Bugatti is having a pretty big year. First they haul out a few more special editions of their world-renowned Veyron (not to mention the Grand Sport), and now - literally this month - they're ringing in the big 1-0-0. How are they celebrating? By expanding their customer base and model range.
It's name is the 16C Galibier (named after a pass in the French Alps), and it is said to be one of three design studies intended to gauge potential customers' reactions.
Almost guaranteed is the fact that the Galibier will make use of the Veyron's W16 power plant, meaning that it will definitely be fast. And they want it fast, as in no competitors. Even if they detune it to the 800 horsepower rumored, the potential is clearly there. The rest is mostly speculation, so allow us to speculate.
All-wheel drive? Most definitely. As for swapping in two superchargers for the Veyron's four turbochargers, that's anyone's guess. Also, the word is that Bugatti's family hauler could drop the sporting DSG transmission from its supercar stablemate and opt for a plushier, more comfortable 8-speed automatic.
The styling is yet another automotive love/hate situation. I, for one, really like the backbone running from front to back but I can't stand the humpback lines that are (for some reason) becoming more and more vogue these days. Ok, Bugatti used its Type 57 Atlantic for inspiration, which I guess to them justifies said roofline. The difference? The Type 57 Atlantic was and is a stunning coupe, arguably one of the most beautiful cars of all time (if it's good enough for Ralph Lauren, it's good enough for me). The Galibier is more of a bloated sedan. Regardless, it screams, "Look at me and gaze in wonder at my opulence!"
Those polished aluminum wings running down the side of the car? Yes, the ones shining like God himself spit-polished them. Usually I would banish something wearing such bling to the realm of Oh my Gaud, but for a Bugatti, brightwork like this is expected. The rest (blue areas) is all carbon fiber. Autocar claims that Bugatti wants this car to be the "lightest car in its class." My only question is this: which class? The "multimillion-dollar super-saloon" category is pretty sparsely populated if you haven't noticed.
On the inside, Bugatti provides a spartan yet luxurious interior with room for four, making use of lots of wood, lots of leather, and a Parmigiani clock that can be taken out and used as a wristwatch pocket watch (to go with your monocle).
based on
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4LzsrJR5-w
it's competition..........
It's name is the 16C Galibier (named after a pass in the French Alps), and it is said to be one of three design studies intended to gauge potential customers' reactions.
Almost guaranteed is the fact that the Galibier will make use of the Veyron's W16 power plant, meaning that it will definitely be fast. And they want it fast, as in no competitors. Even if they detune it to the 800 horsepower rumored, the potential is clearly there. The rest is mostly speculation, so allow us to speculate.
All-wheel drive? Most definitely. As for swapping in two superchargers for the Veyron's four turbochargers, that's anyone's guess. Also, the word is that Bugatti's family hauler could drop the sporting DSG transmission from its supercar stablemate and opt for a plushier, more comfortable 8-speed automatic.
The styling is yet another automotive love/hate situation. I, for one, really like the backbone running from front to back but I can't stand the humpback lines that are (for some reason) becoming more and more vogue these days. Ok, Bugatti used its Type 57 Atlantic for inspiration, which I guess to them justifies said roofline. The difference? The Type 57 Atlantic was and is a stunning coupe, arguably one of the most beautiful cars of all time (if it's good enough for Ralph Lauren, it's good enough for me). The Galibier is more of a bloated sedan. Regardless, it screams, "Look at me and gaze in wonder at my opulence!"
Those polished aluminum wings running down the side of the car? Yes, the ones shining like God himself spit-polished them. Usually I would banish something wearing such bling to the realm of Oh my Gaud, but for a Bugatti, brightwork like this is expected. The rest (blue areas) is all carbon fiber. Autocar claims that Bugatti wants this car to be the "lightest car in its class." My only question is this: which class? The "multimillion-dollar super-saloon" category is pretty sparsely populated if you haven't noticed.
On the inside, Bugatti provides a spartan yet luxurious interior with room for four, making use of lots of wood, lots of leather, and a Parmigiani clock that can be taken out and used as a wristwatch pocket watch (to go with your monocle).
based on
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4LzsrJR5-w
it's competition..........
Ugly yes but ssssoooo COOOL!! Especially the two door. Thanks for the post!!!
