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Bugatti EB 218 – The Car That Brought The Company Back To Life
In 1995, Bugatti has declared bankruptcy since the market has slowed for super sports cars. In late 1990, Volkswagen purchased the rights to use, the Bugatti name and brought the company to life. The Volkswagen Group has presented the Bugatti EB 218 at the Geneva show in 1999. The 218 was produced after the model 118, which was first at the Salon de l’Automobile in Paris in 1998 proved earlier one years. Giorgetto Giugiaro, under contract with Volkswagen to develop both the 118 and 218 models. The 218 is a compact car and a stylish clear image and high performance.
The 218 is a modern design or the classic Bugatti models of the line. The result of this mixture of classical and modern design of the 218 offers a unique look and a perfect blend of strength and elegance in the Auto Prime Minister.
The outer frame of the 218 comes from the state of the art technology space constructed from aluminum and the finish is “Blu Notte Perlato” The sexy and dynamic look of the 218 is enhanced by the luxurious interior of the car. The instruments in the cabin, oval and the dashboard is fully equipped with fine leather. What added to the look is luxurious and elegant use of light walnut finish and a special leather side. The 218 has a navigation system that is hidden when not in use, under the clock. Gearshift on the 218 is very easy, because it has buttons on the steering wheel for the sequential gearbox. The cabin is very spacious and comfortable accommodations for four people. All seats are covered with leather for extra comfort, support foot.
The 218 has a permanent 4-wheel drive and features a multi-link aluminum suspension which allows for superior traction and vehicle handling skills. Despite the elegant appearance of the 218 a sense of sportsmanship, and the wide track and long wheelbase and short overhangs. Tires are a distinct and beautiful addition to this powerful car of 218 features 285/50 front and 285/18 rear. The 218 has a rear spoiler to hide, bustling when the car accelerated to provide higher speeds when the car downforce and stability.
The engine is about 218 by the Volkswagen-developed and it is the power of three rows of 18 rows of cylinders with a “W Shape vol. The engine has a displacement of 6.3 liters a huge 547 hp and accelerates 0-60 in just 4.5 seconds. The 218 has a direct injection engine with a power of 408 kW and peak torque of 650 Nm available.
The Bugatti EB 218 is one of the most elegant cars of Bugatti line. The interior is beautiful pure class and the results are excellent for such an industry attractive and clear of the car.