One year on from the launch of the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport, Bugatti exhibits two customised
Grand Sport models at the Geneva International Motor Show 2010.
A special exhibit on the Bugatti stand also gives visitors to the show a glimpse at the technology
that lies beneath the bodywork of the Grand Sport.
Throughout his life, Ettore Bugatti constantly experimented with different colour schemes and
materials as he sought to create his unique cars. Today, Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. continues this
tradition, and is constantly expanding the range of options it offers on the basis of suggestions
received from customers. In discussion with the design and engineering team, buyers of Bugatti
cars can tailor their vehicles to their personal preferences by choosing from a wide array of
exquisite materials and paint finishes. The two models on display in Geneva showcase the evergrowing
range of options available to new Veyron and Grand Sport owners.
On the first of the two Grand Sport models exhibited in Geneva, the bonnet, monocoque and
rear section are made of carbon fibre tinted in a Royal Dark Blue colour that shows off the lustre
of the fibre. Air intakes and all grilles (except the highly polished radiator grille) are likewise
finished in Royal Dark Blue, creating a striking contrast between the central part of the car and
the Arctic White side panels. The inner sides of the horseshoe-shaped spokes in the wheel rims
are also painted Royal Dark Blue. The EB logos on the wheels, and fuel and oil filler cap are still
made of polished aluminium as usual. The characteristic Bugatti two-tone colour scheme thus
extends down to the last detail.
The combination of blue and white is also found inside the cabin. The dashboard, centre console,
seats and interior trim panels are all made of dark blue Indigo Leather, with white stitching on
the steering wheel, seats, centre console and gearshift knob making a striking contrast. The
quilting pattern gives the vehicle’s interior a dynamic look in keeping with its performance. The
car has already been sold for 1.65 million euros (ex works).
The second of the two display models follows a very different interpretation of the two-tone
concept, one that first appeared on the Bugatti Sang Bleu. The upper section of the body –
including the doors and side panels – is made of dark grey carbon fibre, framed whilst the bottom
part of the car is finished in polished aluminium. The lower air intake grilles are polished to a
brilliant shine. The wheel rims are the same as those on the Bugatti Pur Sang, with Ebony Pearl
inner sides and a Diamond Cut face. The EB logos and all screws are made of sparkling
aluminium.
As in the first car, the dashboard, centre console, seats and interior trim panels are upholstered in
leather, but the silver colour used here does not contrast as strongly with the white stitching as
the blue, giving a softer, more elegant feel. This car too has already been sold, with a price tag of
1.75 million euros (ex works).
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