McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

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Bugatti news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated as each story breaks, covering the Chiron in its many forms, the Mistral roadster and the track-only Bolide. Our reporting also follows the V16 hybrid Tourbillon and the auction results that set values for the earlier cars. Bugatti builds in very small numbers, so a single sale can reset the market for a whole model. That is where our marketplace helps readers most. Bugattis covered here are often listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, which puts the reporting and a real asking price side by side. For Bugatti news today, and the hypercar news and exotic car market news around it, start below.

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 05, 2024

Unique New Bugatti Chiron Deliveries

Bugatti's unparalleled hypercar keeps getting better. The Bugatti Chiron boasts unparalleled performance, engineering, innovation, style, and luxury, not to mention craftsmanship. With production of the Chiron limited to just 500 units, Bugatti refused to cut any corners when it came to making the hypercar one of the greatest ever. With a quad-turbocharged 8.0-liter W16 engine, the use of exquisite materials, and unique configurations, there's no car quite like the Bugatti Chiron, especially with a range of models that go from ultimate top-speed to incredible agility on winding roads. Production of the Bugatti Chiron has been going on for years, but it's nearing its end, and so is the current legendary era of Bugatti's history of W16-powered hypercars. Before it does, more and more incredible specs of the Bugatti Chiron continue to be revealed as customers receive their deliveries. The introduction of Bugatti's Sur Mesure program made this diversity of specs even better, with an even further level of personalization and craftsmanship. Keep reading, and you'll get to see some of the greatest Bugatti Chiron deliveries as the countdown continues towards the bittersweet end of Bugatti's W16 hypercar era. View All Bugatti Chirons For Sale Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport in Red & Grey Glossy Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron "Nocturne" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Le Meguet" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "L'Aura" and Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Coup de Foudre" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport in Beluga Black and Blanc View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "57374" View this post on Instagram A post shared by O'Gara (@ogaracoach) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Elephant Blanc" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Grand Touring Automobiles (@grandtouringautos) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport in Exposed Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport in Orange Infernal View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport in Green Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport "Soixante" in Viper Green View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport in Brown Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Green & Black Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Fully Exposed Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport In Matt Arancia Borealis View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Grand Prix Bleu View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Pur Blanc" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Inspired By The Old Doha Port View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron "Special Type 59 Wimille" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport Grand Prix In Matt Jet Grey & Matt Black Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Blue Royal Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Golden Era" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Guêpier" View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport In Matt Black Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Matt Beluga Black View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport "Red Dragon" In Red Carbon View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Bugatti Chiron Super Sport In Tangerine And Exposed Carbon Fiber View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti)

By Jordan Aquistapace – September 15, 2023

Asprey x Bugatti Display Hypercar-Inspired Art At An Exhi...

The Asprey x Bugatti Collection is now on display in London. When tradition meets innovation, something extraordinary happens. This is precisely the case with the Asprey Bugatti Collection, a collaboration exhibition that showcases contemporary digital and physical artworks with cutting-edge NFT technology. For years, Bugatti has surrounded itself with a community of brands that share the same values and focus on creating a luxury lifestyle built around multi-million dollar hypercars. Incorporating over 352 years of combined heritage, the luxury-driven partnership demonstrates the mastery of the two industry leaders from France and Great Britain. Nestled in the heart of London's Mayfair district, the upscale Asprey Studio Gallery highlights sculptures from the 261 La Voiture Noire Collection and the Asprey Bugatti Egg Collection. Art aficionados and Asprey Bugatti holders get the unique privilege of showing their coveted pieces in the gallery, an honor usually reserved for big names in the art world. Accessible only by private appointment at 36 Bruton St, Mayfair, the Asprey Bugatti Collection is an experiential playground for luxury enthusiasts, digital art pioneers, and automotive connoisseurs. View all Bugatti hypercars currently for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Bugatti For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by BUGATTI (@bugatti) Source: Bugatti Instagram

By Jordan Aquistapace – February 01, 2023

The $10.8M Bugatti Chiron Profilée Becomes The Most Valua...

RM Sotheby's closes out the eight-figure Bugatti sale in Paris today, making history by doubling its original pre-sale estimate. Today, RM Sotheby’s made automotive history with the auction of Bugatti’s final W16-powered production hypercar. The Bugatti Profilée took the stage in Paris in front of a crowd of collectors in the room, on the telephones, and via the internet. The remarkable example solidifies itself as a piece of hypercar history as it marks the end of an era and the opportunity for a lucky collector to acquire a piece of automotive excellence. While RM Sotheby’s originally pre-estimated the one-of-a-kind Bugatti between $4.6 million and $6 million, no one could expect the outcome that took place. MUST-READ: CURATED Presents Its World Speed Record Bugatti EB110SS Prototype And Ferrari 550 Maranello WSR After an extended period of intense bidding between many eager collectors, RM Sotheby’s sold the bespoke-engineered version of the Bugatti Chiron for a whopping $10,756,914. The incredible eight-figure sale makes the Bugatti Profilée the most valuable new car ever sold at auction. Along with securing a milestone within the auction world, the sale places the car among the most valuable Bugatti Chirons of any era ever sold. A percentage of the proceeds will go to benefit charitable causes. With the final production W16 Bugatti off to its new home, we are excited to see what collection the $10.8M Bugatti Profilée ends up in. View all current Bugatti examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. View All Bugatti For Sale View this post on Instagram A post shared by RM Sotheby's (@rmsothebys) Source: RM Sotheby's

By Edward Jones – February 10, 2022

Bugatti Continues To Build Upon Their Already Incredible ...

The joy of owning a Bugatti is unmatched, and the company's customer experience is part of the reason. The vehicles that Bugatti creates are downright masterpieces that need to be cherished and cared for so that generations to come can experience them for themselves. Aiding in this pursuit of care is Bugatti's phenomenal customer experience that involves multiple programs and ensures that each of their customers is taken care of. In the past few years, Bugatti has unveiled a few programs to build upon their customer experience. This includes the Passeport Tranquillité Service Program that allows owners of the Veyron and Chiron to extend their original service package by an additional two or four years. Yes, that includes the original Veyron models that are over 16-years-old. Bugatti also gives customers access to the complete Accessories Catalogue so that they can refresh their hypercar at any moment. ALSO READ - Check The Spec: A One-Of-A-Kind 2019 Bugatti Chiron Now, in 2022, Bugatti is continuing to expand upon their customer experience even further. First up is that now a customer who is ordering a new Chiron can add additional service and warranty coverage for a single price. Additionally, Bugatti will soon be allowing for the purchase of Approved-Used Bugatti vehicles through their official dealer partners. Each of these approved vehicles undergoes an extensive 110-point check from Bugatti-qualified techs. For those who purchased an approved Chiron, their hypercar will come with one annual service and a 12-month, bumper-to-bumper warranty. New owners of an Approved Veyron will receive a 12-month mechanical and electrical limited warranty. It's never been a better time to purchase a Bugatti. See All Bugattis For Sale Image Source: Bugatti

By Edward Jones – September 02, 2021

Exceptional 1994 Bugatti EB110 GT Prototype For Sale

Presented by Copley Motorcars - Before the Veyron and Chiron, the EB110 was introduced as the brand's first modern supercar. After a hiatus that lasted decades, Bugatti introduced this model to shock the world and they succeeded. Powered by a quad-turbocharged V12 engine, the EB110's power output is rated at 553 horsepower. While that power may be below what you find in supercars today, it was an equal footing with other supercars made during that era like the Lamborghini Diablo and Ferrari F50. For sale right now is a 1994 Bugatti EB110 GT prototype that is in exceptional condition. It's finished in the striking Blu Bugatti paint with a light grey leather interior, both of which are spotless. Its pristine condition makes sense when you learn that it has been driven a mere 680 miles since new. It's not often that you find an EB110 GT for sale, let alone one in as good of condition as this one. This EB110, engine number 0041, was completely refurbished before it was delivered to its first private Swiss owner back in 2000. A few years later, it landed in the United States as it was brought into an imposing collection. Since it has been in private ownership, it has been kept in incredible ciondition, as you can see from the photos. This factory prototype Bugatti EB110 GT would make an incredible star in any collection, especially one featuring Bugatti's latest creations. For more information, be sure to click the button below to view its online listing. View Listing

By Edward Jones – July 30, 2021

Bugatti Invite-Only Test Drives Through Saint-Tropez Look...

A picturesque hypercar romp on the Côte d’Azur. Bugatti recently sent out invitations to guests for them to experience the Chiron Pur Sport and Chiron Sport through Saint-Tropez on the Côte d’Azur. From mid-July to mid-August, those invited guests will be given a wonderful time with the groundbreaking hypercars. The event starts with a briefing from official Bugatti test drivers and then taken on an hour-long test drive that journeys through Saint-Tropez, Ramatuelle and Pampelonne Beach. On top of these test drives, a special Bugatti Road Show Truck will be on hand. This special truck offers customers an area where they can design their own Bugatti with a designer and sales consultant. It also includes a roof terrace where guests can relax. To learn more, be sure to contact your local Bugatti dealership for more information. See Bugattis For Sale Source: Bugatti

By Edward Jones – June 03, 2021

$13.4 Million Bugatti La Voiture Noire Final Version Reve...

The hypercar is now being handed over to its owner. After two years of extensive work, Bugatti has finally unveiled the final version of the La Voiture Noire. This one-off creation is an homage to Jean Bugatti's Type 57 SC Atlantic, which he named "La Voiture Noire." Unfortunately, this classic Bugatti disappeared before World War II and has never been seen since. While that is a loss for the automotive world, without the disappearance we would not have this spectacular hypercar. Bugatti has mulled over its creation for the past 20 years, and thankfully they finally agreed to take on the project. “We were rather in awe of the idea of developing the La Voiture Noire. No other vehicle in the long history of Bugatti has acquired the same legendary status as the Type 57 SC Atlantic and has become so synonymous with the brand. We had a great deal of respect for this historical responsibility as well as for the customer,” explains Bugatti Design Director Achim Anscheidt. The Bugatti La Voiture Noire is a truly magnificent creation that boasts truly unique design features. For the one-of-a-kind bodywork, Bugatti finished the visible carbon fiber off with a clearcoat that they call "Black Carbon Glossy." Up front, the headlights have over 25 individually milled lights per side, creating a beautiful visual. Inside is a Havana Brown grain leather interior that's based on the original car the Jean Bugatti drove. Other modifications made to the car include changes to the bodywork, cooling, thermodynamics, wheels and wheelbase. The Bugatti La Voiture Noire was sold ot its owner, a Bugatti enthusiast, for 11 million euros (before tax), or about $13.4 million USD. See All Bugattis For Sale Source: Bugatti

By Edward Jones – February 24, 2021

Experience the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport For Yourself

Bugatti's new Chiron Pur Sport is a true driver's car. The French automaker was inspired to create this new model by their customers who were looking for a more compelling driving experience. With the Chiron Pur Sport, the driver is able to enjoy challenging roads with tight turns, corners, and curves. Allowing the Chiron Pur Sport to excel during these types of drives is a slew of upgrades from Bugatti's engineering team. This includes the new and exclusive Michelin Sport Cup 2R tires, lightweight magnesium rims, titanium parts, shorter gearbox and more. Furthering the Chiron Pur Sport's abilities is its exterior. The dynamic flat front end, with its extra-wide air inlets, enlarged horseshoe, and striking splitter, combined with the massive fixed rear wing instantly demonstrate the Chiron Pur Sport’s hunger for curves and bends. And to top it all off, the interior is minimalistic yet as luxurious as you'd expect from Bugatti. Driver's searching for their next obsession need not look any more as the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport is truly a pure driver's car. The exhilaration experienced in the driver's seat of this driver's hypercar is unmatched as it provides not only extremes speeds but a driving experience that is addictive. Of course, these words and images cannot do the Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport the justice it deserves. In order to truly experience the Chiron Pur Sport, you have to get behind the wheel. If you are in the market for such an outstanding hypercar, click the button below to start your journey towards owning a Bugatti Chiron Pur Sport. Start Your Experience

By Andrew Nabors – December 24, 2020

Three Bugatti Divos Delivered By Bugatti Beverly Hills

Almost three years ago, Bugatti owners were invited to a private dinner party in Beverly Park. While the official purpose was to celebrate the arrival of the Chiron Sport, a few guests were invited down into the wine cellar. There, Bugatti President Stephan Winkelmann presented them with drawings and a few details of his upcoming project. Fast forward to Christmas 2020, and three Bugatti Divos have been delivered by Bugatti Beverly Hills. Bugatti Divo Hypercar Unboxing by Bugatti Beverly Hills – First on the West Coast In order for their customers to fully experience what the cars are capable of, O'Gara Motorsport is located at Thermal Club raceway. It was there that owners saw the cars in their natural habitat, on the track. These three cars (Blue, Grey & Silver) represent a focus on outperforming every competitor. Having 1,500 horsepower, speed and acceleration is not a problem. Therefore, the engineers turned their attention to handling and cornering. Albert Divo won the Targa Florio race racing for Ettore Bugatti, so these cars are an homage to his abilities. To compete on the world's toughest tracks, downforce was increased by 200 lbs. This lowered the top speed to ONLY 236 mph but whose counting? Being able to hold 1.6g in the corners is an attribute only shared with purpose-built race cars, and it took a clean-sheet redesign of the suspension to pull it off. Because the Divo doesn't share many components with Bugatti models past or present, only 40 cars will be offered. Having a trio of them in one location is an event that won't happen again. Because they have a finger on the pulse of the SoCal supercar scene, only O'Gara Group could pull this off. " width="680"> Working with Mr. Winkelmann, this event was over two and a half years in the making. Tim O'Hara is the General Manager of Bugatti Beverly Hills, and he had this to say: "The process of designing the liveries of these cars has been cathartic for both the clients and me. It showed us what's possible and reinvigorated our excitement for what's to come. To see these spectacular automobile works of art go from that piece of paper to sitting here in front of me is a phenomenal feeling. It was a very involved and lengthy process that demanded our best skills and expertise. To deliver 4 of only 40 to be built in the world and see the project through fruition is deeply gratifying.” Needless to say, only the O'Gara Group could procure four of the forty Bugatti Divos to be offered, each one being built to order. Your dreams can become a reality thanks to having a dedicated team at your disposal. Images (C) Robert Grubbs

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 28, 2020

New Bugatti Bolide Revealed: Track-Only Hypercar With 311...

Bugatti has continuously pushed the limits of design and performance since the EB 110, making the hypercar manufacturer a leader in the automotive industry. Recently, a special project was announced by Bugatti and kept a complete secret until now. The Bugatti Bolide is the newest addition to the high-horsepower fleet, featuring a completely new concept based around its iconic 8.0-liter W16 engine. The Bolide is a 1,850-horsepower track-only hyper sports car designed using the latest technology in weight savings to achieve a dry weight of 2,734 lbs. The body design of the Bolide is described as the most extreme modern Bugatti. Every inch of the new Bugatti is dedicated to achieving maximum downforce with inspiration from Le Mans prototype race cars. The combination of an ultra-light chassis and a quad-turbocharged W16 helps the Bugatti Bolide obtain a 2.17 second 0 to 60 mph time and a top speed of 311+ mph. "All of Bugatti’s expertise has been condensed into the Bugatti Bolide," says Stefan Ellrott, member of the Board of Management of Bugatti and Head of Technical Development. "It is therefore an innovative information source for future technologies. The Bolide is thus more than just an intellectual exercise." We should all expect to be seeing a lot of records coming from the new Bugatti Bolide. In fact, Bugatti notes that it will be able to complete a lap around Le Mans in 3:07.1 minutes and a lap around Nurburgring Nordschleife in 5:23.1 minutes. Both of those lap times would put the Bolide at LMP times.

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