Bugatti Galibier 16C Updates

Wednesday, 19 February 2020 11:08 AM Bugattis design director, Achim Anscheidt, mentioned that the Galibier was intended to replace the Veyron as the companys sole model once 450 Veyrons were built. However, feedback from customer clinics led to extensive modifications, which compromised the cars original design. This shift in design was a critical factor in the projects cancellation.

Sunday, 01 September 2013 06:52 AM The Galibier project was initially set to go into production around 2013-2015, but it was postponed and eventually canceled. The cancellation allowed Bugatti to focus on developing the Chiron, which became a huge success for the company. I think this decision was crucial for Bugattis continued success in the hypercar market.

Thursday, 10 May 2012 08:43 PM Bugatti has officially canceled the production of the Galibier 16C, a luxury 5-door fastback concept that was initially planned to succeed the Veyron. The project was scrapped in favor of the Chiron, which has since become a flagship model for the company. The decision was made after significant design changes were requested, which altered the cars original sleek design.

Thursday, 10 May 2012 11:48 AM Bugattis higher-ups instructed the design team to make several visual modifications to the Galibier after customer clinics, which significantly altered the cars original proportions. The changes included increasing the height and length of the car and adding a small, notchback-like trunk, which were not well received.

Tuesday, 01 December 2009 02:18 PM Bugatti had planned to produce 3000 units of the Galibier, significantly more than the 300 units of the Veyron. However, the project was postponed multiple times before its eventual cancellation. The car was expected to cost over £1 million, making it one of the most expensive production cars if it had been produced.

Thursday, 01 October 2009 11:05 PM The concept of the Galibier 16C was to offer a more conventional four-door, front-engine body style compared to the two-door, mid-engine Veyron. It was meant to be a more practical yet powerful alternative, but it never saw the light of day as a production vehicle.

Thursday, 01 October 2009 08:59 AM Bugattis plans for the Galibier included sharing the platform with the new Bentley Mulsanne, but this never materialized due to the projects cancellation. The car was expected to have a price tag similar to that of the Veyron, around £900,000.

Tuesday, 15 September 2009 05:12 PM The Galibier concept was shown in two color schemes at the 2009 Frankfurt Auto Show, attracting attention for its unique fastback design and powerful engine. Despite its positive reception, the car underwent significant design changes that ultimately led to its cancellation. I believe the original design was more appealing than the modified versions.

Saturday, 12 September 2009 11:06 AM The Bugatti Galibier 16C concept was unveiled at an invitation-only show in Molsheim, France, in September 2009. It featured a front-mounted, 8.0-liter twin-supercharged W16 engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission. The car was designed to be a more practical, four-door alternative to the Veyron, but it never made it to production. I think the concepts design was a great blend of power and elegance.

Saturday, 12 September 2009 12:03 PM The Bugatti Galibier was expected to reach a top speed of 235 mph, powered by an 8.0-liter W16 engine delivering over 1000 horsepower. The car also featured permanent all-wheel drive and was considered for an optional hybrid powertrain to reduce pollution in urban areas.