Bugatti is no stranger to limited editions of its Veyron, with the Sang Noir, Pur Sang, Hermès, Pegaso and Grand Sport (pictured) to name just a few. Now it appears a new model may be added to the list: the Centenaire, in celebration of Bugatti's 100th anniversary.
Early reports suggest the Centenaire could have an output of up to 1,400hp (1,043kW) and a top speed around the 440km/h (273mph) mark. The information comes from an inside source who revealed to Auto Motor and Sport that the new super-Veyron could probably go even faster but is limited by the integrity of its tires. Still, this should easily see it snatch back the title of the World's Fastest Production Car from the SSC Ultimate Aero TT.
The Centenaire isn’t just about extra horsepower, though. Through an extensive weight saving program, Bugatti engineers have reportedly shaved almost 150kg from the standard Veyron’s kerb weight. This is said to have been done with the addition of lightweight carbon-fiber and aluminum in replacement of some the standard model’s steel components.
Founded in 1909, Bugatti has led a storied path through the worlds of automotive industry, motorsport and high-end supercars. Under the Volkswagen Group's ownership it has seen steady success despite its extremely limited-volume output and the latest Centenaire is only likely to build upon this.
Expect full details on the car - if it materializes - next week once the 2009 Geneva Motor Show is in full swing.
Copyright 2006-2008 Motor Authority
by Alex Kaufmann
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