11th July, 2006
The UK’s first Bugatti Veyron 16.4 has been delivered in
London.
Currently priced at Euro 1.1m plus tax, the world's fastest car is pictured
outside the Albert Hall, Kensington. Powered by a W-16 1001 hp engine, it is
capable of more than 250 mph and will reach 62 mph from a standstill in 2.5
seconds.
Jack Barclay, the sole representative for Bugatti cars in the UK, is leading
the world’s sales charts with over 15 orders of this exclusive limited edition
car so far this year. London is fast becoming the world's super car capital with
record sales for Bentley and Lamborghini.
"We are delighted to take delivery of our first Veyron," commented Dominic
Lancaster, general manager of Jack Barclay Bugatti. "Interest in Bugatti has
been overwhelming since the project was announced five years ago. The UK, and in
particular London, has a proud tradition of being home to the world's most
expensive and exciting cars. At Jack Barclay, we are extremely pleased by the
number of orders at this early stage, and expect to have sold the full UK quota
of cars before the end of the year."
The Bugatti Veyron was seen last weekend taking part in the Goodwood
Festival of Speed, in West Sussex.
Bugatti news is linked:
here.
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