The fastest roadster in the world is a Bugatti. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse has set the world speed record for production sports convertibles on the proving grounds of the Volkswagen Group at Ehra-Lessien TÜV, the independent organization famous German Technical Inspection and Certification, has officially confirmed that one of major speed reached by the car wings were of 408.84 km / h. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse was handled by Chinese racing driver Anthony Liu.
Its official: the fastest roadster in the world is a Bugatti. After the spectacular drive record Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport in 2010, during which the coupe managed a top speed of 431.072 km / h, and was recognized officially confirmed by the independent German organization for technical inspection and certification TÜV.
"When we launched the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse were reached maximum speeds of open-air driving to be 375 km / h. Yet we could not let go of the idea of reaching the mark of 400 kmh / h also this car. The fact that we managed to reach 408, 84 km / h is very exciting for me, and once again reaffirms that Bugatti is the leader when it comes to technology in the international automotive industry, "said Dr. Wolfgang Schreiber, current president of Bugatti Automobiles SAS
The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse was driven by Chinese businessman and passionate racing driver Anthony Liu. After reaching the world record in the Vitesse, the 29-year-old described his experience: "It was a very exciting time. In our training sessions managed to surpass the 400 km / h but this was overcome incredible speed again, and has made me even more proud.
The car is even at speeds as high incredibly comfortable and stable. With roof open, you can really experience the sound of the engine and yet, even at high speeds are not compromised by the wind. "
The B Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse has been on the market since spring 2012. Its power comes from an 8-liter W16 engine, pouring 1183 HP and a torque of 1500 Nm at 3000-5000 rpm on the road. Its handling performance can be attributed to a chassis which runs along with its fast-acting shock absorbers, reinforced with stabilizer bars guarantees complete control system therefore.
Other factors that allow such performance at higher standards include standard carbon monocoque with high tensional rigidity and an outer shell made of carbon fiber. Keep wind noise and air turbulence to a minimum inside the vehicle is a particular concern in open-top vehicle. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse a specially designed roof spoiler along with an intricate design ensures wind protection during open-air driving, were in fact necessary conditions to achieve the speed record of 408.84 km / h.
This special Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse will be available in a special edition World Record Car (WRC) Edition, which is limited to eight vehicles. The price per vehicle is 1.99 million (plus tax).