Bugatti Veyron cabriolet

It is a variant of the Veyron 16.4 cabriolet with bodywork. The roof is of plastic material and is removed from the body by hand.

Its production will begin in spring 2009 and will be priced approximately 1.4 million euros, excluding taxes. Bugatti plans to produce 150 units of this car. The factory in Molsheim (France).

Maintains the same engine that the coupe version with a body of 16-cylinder "W" and 1001 hp. It consists of two blocks of eight cylinders in V will close and centrally positioned longitudinal rear. Its displacement is 7993 cm ³, has four turbochargers, two intercooler, 64 valves and direct injection. Is manufactured by Volkswagen (Volkswagen Group is the Bugatti of propieterio).

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. Model 2009.Al Like the Veyron 16.4 has four-wheel drive and an automatic dual-clutch (DSG) with seven walks. The gearshift is made by Ricardo. Ie it is not the same supplier (BorgWarner) used for the rest of Volkswagen cars also have a double clutch.

Its maximum speed is 407 km / h if the roof policabornato placed on the body, without it, the maximum speed can reach is 360 km / h.

As the polycarbonate roof can not be disassembled in the car (must be left in the garage), as an emergency-for example if it rains, the Veyron Grand Sport has a canvas roof with the help of which you can travel to speeds up to 130 km / h. Stored in the boot goes, folded in such a way that reminds one umbrella (picture and picture).

Because of the loss of rigidity that involves the absence of fixed roof as a structural element, Bugatti has strengthened the structure on the transmission tunnel (through a plate affixed to the bottom), the pillars behind the front doors and the amount of the windshield. In addition, the doors have a longitudinal reinforcing bar to protect occupants in the event of side impact.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. Model 2009.Las air intakes to the engine (located just behind and above the seats) are more voluminous than in the closed Veyron body also play a role because of roll-over protection.

All reinforcements make the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport is 80 kg heavier than the Veyron closed body, not a big increase in what is usually normal. Weight in terms of approval is 2043 kg which is not much in relative terms (a BMW M6 convertible 507 hp weighs 2005 kg).

The monocoque chassis is constructed and is in large part with carbon fiber. The suspension is aluminum, among other features - has three height adjustments.

The height of the body is associated to the ground position of a retractable spoiler on the back of the body.

The three possible states of the suspension height and position of the wing are: 'Standard', 'Handling' and 'Top Speed'. In mode "Handling", support is more aerodynamic than the other two. The "Top Speed" is a low aerodynamic resistance to the advance (the wing affects a very small angle with the air) to achieve a very high speed. More.

An additional feature is the rear wing aerodynamic brake. When braking hard from high speed, the wing is placed in a position that allows the resistance to progress is much greater (the CX becomes 0.68, when at best it may be 0.36), creating some effect 'parachute' that helps stop the car.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport. Model 2009.La maximum speed that can reach the Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport is similar to the version that reaches closed. The only difference between them is the acceleration, which is slightly worse in the convertible because of their greater weight.

The tires are Michelin Pax (technical article). This system prevents the separation of the tire when the tire loses pressure. It also allows for shooting a certain amount of miles. This system is structurally different from that used tires "Run Flat", although its practical function is similar.

Bugatti has added to this version of the Veyron items of equipment, such as a moisture-resistant upholstery and a parking camera positioned at the rear of the body whose image appears in a small 2.7-inch monitor integrated into the rearview mirror .