Bugatti made just 40 examples.
London is a financial center that’s a hub for the entire world. It’s also a popular spot for some of the most wealthy people in the world and their expensive cars. There are many supercars in London, and the streets are filled with some of the most rare models and makes of the industry. It’s no surprise to see Ferraris, Lamborghinis and even the most recent Bugatti models driving along the narrow streets, or parking bravely on the streets, while their owners are enjoying the city.
Two videos were taken of the Bugatti Divo supercar being driven in London. The Divo was launched in 2018 and is the first of many Chiron variants since the Veyron’s replacement in 2016. Bugatti’s racing driver Albert Divo named the Divo. The car sold out before Bugatti could release it to the public. It is also the 40th production model of the Chiron. This makes it a rare opportunity to see one in the wild or parked along a London street.
These videos show the Divo maneuvering London’s twisting streets and parking near a curb. Although the street is lined by cars from high-end brands there are also mainstream models sprinkled throughout. Although it’s busy with cars from other high-end brands, the owner didn’t hesitate to park his car there. A multi-million-dollar Bugatti owned by a Qatari Sheik sports a California license plate making it all the more rare to see the Divo in London.
Even though the Divo is a Chiron model, it shares the same 1,500-horsepower (1.118-kilowatt-) W16 engine. The Divo has an aerodynamics package which makes it faster on track but lowers its top speed to just 236 miles per hours (380 km per hour). This is a lot slower than the Chiron’s 261-mph (420 kph) top speed. However, Bugatti felt the sacrifice was necessary to create a lighter and faster supercar.
Only 40 Bugatti Divos are currently in existence so it might not be possible for everyone to see one. Londoners have the opportunity to see a variety of high-end cars from all over the globe when they visit. What do you think is the next big thing to see on London’s streets?
