Bugatti Invited Me To Drive Their £3million Chiron Super Sport!

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I get an incredible invitation from Bugatti to visit their headquarters in Molsheim, France and drive their most powerful Chiron yet, the 300mph, £3million Super Sport!
From Bugatti:
With a low-slung front, special aerodynamic shape at the sides and an extended rear for peak
performance, it is clear at first sight that the new Bugatti has been
designed without compromise for optimal aerodynamic performance. Bugatti engineers
developed the new hyper sports car for top speed while fully embracing both luxury and
comfort.
At speeds over 420 km/h, a vehicle must offer sufficient downforce alongside minimal drag. “Our aim was to give the vehicle a neutral setup at its top speed while also giving it as streamlined a shape as possible.” explains Frank Heyl, Deputy Design Director at Bugatti. The uplift forces exerted on the bodywork at 440 km/h are immense. The body of the Chiron Super Sport generates massive downforce to counter this uplift and perfectly balance the forces. “The design process was therefore in particular about achieving aerodynamic efficiency,” Heyl continues. The Chiron Super Sport’s extended rear, which is known as a long tail, gives it new proportions and very distinctive aesthetics. An optional, new, horizontal color split visually extends the proportions of the Chiron Super Sport even further, making the hyper sports car appear even lower.
Bugatti thoroughly overhauled the 8.0-liter W16 engine for the Chiron Super Sport, boosting its performance by 100 PS to 1,176 kW/1,600 PS. At the same time, the vehicle weight was reduced by a further 23 kilograms. The engineers made modifications to the turbochargers, oil pump, and cylinder head with valve train, as well as to the transmission and clutch. “We increased the revolutions per minute (RPM) for even greater longitudinal acceleration and an even more emotive driving experience,” says Michael Kodra, Head of Drive Development a Bugatti. The engine’s rpm was increased by 300 to up to 7,100 rpm, for noticeably increased agility. 1,60 newton meters of torque is now accessible from between 2,000 and 7,000 rpm, rather than up to 6,000 rpm. With the improved performance created by larger turbochargers with more efficient compressor wheels, the seven-gear dual-clutch transmission at full load and full speed transitions from sixth to seventh gear at 403 km/h. The Chiron Super Sport accelerates from 0 to 200 km/h in 5.5 seconds and to 300 km/h in 12.1 seconds. The Chiron Super Sport accelerates from 0 to 400 km/h 12 percen quicker than a Chiron. Seventh gear boasts 3.6 percent longer transmission
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[@TshepoMotaungreallife]

There really is nothing like an STG video the blend of focus on cars, travel, aesthetics. Just so unique and a breathe of fresh air every single time 🔥🔥

[@seenthroughglass]

Thanks buddy

[@tonycarman5078]

And coffee. Don’t forget the coffee.

[@djones1304]

It would be nice to see a cuppa tea for a change. 😉

[@dyslexiusmaximus]

he's created a niche in a saturated market which is really hard to do.

[@slickwillr6428]

Don't sell yourself short. If you keep doing what you're doing, you will get there! Love your channel!

[@seenthroughglass]

Thank you so much!

[@jaferkhan4108]

couldn't agree more, you deserve so much more Sam

[@slavplaysgames]

@@seenthroughglass Good stuff man ! keep it up .

[@TeroOhranen]

This is how your hard work pays off, Sam! Huge congrats!!!!

[@seenthroughglass]

Thanks matey

[@allanpeterson3358]

Totally agree with you Sam is the best!

[@PinQuP]

When a brand like Bugatti ask you to come down to their home, you know you are on the right track. You are well respected. Excellent work!

[@graemejohnson9025]

I am a retired R&D driver here in Australia.. we tested these things.. They absolutely crap. Couldn't do a lap of Bathurst . Wanker straight line, yep it's fast.. give it a hill and corners, give me a i30n.. it's a millionaire Shitbox...

[@alistairwillock7266]

@@graemejohnson9025 Funnily enough, a bunch of the most respected auto journalists in the world say differently. Including Chris Harris, who precisely no one ever has accused of not being able to drive. I think I'll take their word over yours, random KZbin commenter.

[@NikanorTeratologen.]

@@graemejohnson9025 lol

[@alexanderdiaz8475]

@@graemejohnson9025 this comment reeks of jealousy lmao

[@graemejohnson9025]

@@alexanderdiaz8475 I own a 1986 928 Porsche, A mate owns a classic car warehouse and storage facility.. I can drive anything from a 1916 Rolls Royce, too A 918 Porsche, numerous AMG, M Series, McClaren, etc.. Jealousy has nothing to do with the comment… But Americans still only think about themselves, and money and possessions..

[@EconomicsMate1]

I was waiting for the moment Sam would take a Chiron to get coffee. And here we are with a Chiron Super Sports! Incredible

[@seenthroughglass]

Outrageous isn't it! Thanks for watching

[@andrewhurstcars]

Excellent Sam. I think you need to take Tony along on some of these press trips - can you imagine the passenger seat banter “I’d still have a Laf” 😂

[@MarcSob22]

I still prefer the LaF any day over this whale!

[@seenthroughglass]

Haha he would ensure I'd never be invited back!

[@jizzus3445]

@@MarcSob22 the Chiron 's owners own a LaF too and an Egg or two, and Porsches,Bentleys,RR and many other luxury cars...you think like a poor guy...

[@Amarjit_Singh]

@@jizzus3445 Ignore that guy, just some random fanboy, prepared to hate on other brands and calling other's as a fanboy when he's literally that!!!

[@hellcat-707]

@@MarcSob22 haha fanboys are funny!

[@gandalfkenobi007]

The Bugatti customer experience is one of my biggest dreams in live. But I will probably never be able to experience that. Even experiencing it as closely as I was able to through this video is something so rare, special and quite frankly unreal l so thank you Sam for doing this for us! Also in recent weeks I've noticed a change in the way you make videos: fewer but longer and thus even more in depth videos, with different ways of editing and telling a story, outrageous stories too, and a big step up in quality, though I have no idea how that was even possible. With the things you teased which are coming this year I cannot wait. Please do keep it up Sam and congrats on smashing it.

[@seenthroughglass]

Thanks buddy! Working hard over heree

[@kana4114]

100% Agreed. Fewer and longer (especially if you held the camera on the “short detail shots” even a little longer to appreciate the details it would feel a bit meatier). The quality is exceptional. As I’ve mentioned before, I typically watch this on my cellphone but when I really enjoy the episode I watch it again on the big screen in my living room!

[@camro3189]

Hey! Never say you won't ever experience the opportunity to go there or even purchase one. Believe that you can achieve anything, because it's actually true my friend. You actually can achieve anything in this life. It will happen for you some day. Surround yourself with positive like minded people. Good luck!

[@ru6886]

Have to say I’ve been loving the new model of giving BTG viewers a verbal trailer of what you’re gonna be posting on the main channel - really adds to the sense of anticipation

[@seenthroughglass]

Great to hear!

[@SuperYami911]

Finally seen through glass getting the attention it deserves. Well done mate

[@kingbball66]

That sketch at the end was just so kind and thoughtful. Really cool of him to do that for you

[@danburnett6249]

The editing in this is incredible! Well done, Sam. Great video!

[@seenthroughglass]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@keynesianeconomics4113]

An STG video is like an indulgence. A coffee, a couple pieces of chocolate and a video like this is the best way to relax on a Sunday. Keep up the amazing work Sam!

[@TheWorldTeacher]

Or TEA. 🫖

[@johnh3095]

Tea or coffee....... I'm a coffee guy, but, sometimes there's nothing like a great cup of tea, proper builders cuppa so strong the spoon can stand up in it! (+ a hobnob or 3!)

[@MultiKapeesh]

Stopped watching car channels a few years ago because they've all become monotonous.. till i came across stg. This channel is so entertaining. Thanks for keeping it real!

[@DroneSupremacy]

Best automotive content on KZbin, bar none! You're absolutely crushing it Sam, i thoroughly enjoyed this one 🙌🏼

[@TJagg]

Amazing editing on this vid! Congrats on the invite Sam. (Would love more of those cool B-roll/drone shots!)

[@seenthroughglass]

Noted!

[@johnh3095]

But I'm sure the drone shots are hard to get if you're out shooting by yourself! Seems Bugatti must of sent along a chase car to aid getting the few drone shots and drives by.....or did Sam get out and shoot them while Andy drove the monster? We may never know! Great video of a properly engineered car which I love more because of the engineering involved to make it great! A legend of a car Sam, see if Bugatti would let you take a run in the Bolide (not sure if that's the spelling)! That thing will likely rip your retina's off your eyeballs and sound proper Norse god clearing his throat with thunder!

[@thugnasty8400]

This is my new favorite video of yours. Amazing experience. And yes their slogan "if comparable it is no longer a Bugatti" certainly applies here

[@freddiejones4598]

Honestly your content is a different level to so many car based KZbin channels

[@911aircooled5]

Lucky you Sam, well deserved ! Thanks for sharing this beautiful machine.

[@seenthroughglass]

You bet

[@NickintheStates]

Sam I love how giddy you were as you were wrapping your design. You can tell that this was just an awesome day. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

Sam was your birthday and we didn't know? Serious, that's the result of years of hard great work, that's rewarded from the industry now, you are been seen as a serious large channel. On a personal note: please please never lose your enthusiasm, it's infectious!

[@seenthroughglass]

Hard not to be enthusiastic about moments like this! Was a truly special day

[@bavariancarenthusiast2722]

@@seenthroughglass Yes this was the icing on the cake and you made it all feel this, but you are also enthusiastic about "normal" cars, a classic petrol hat. BTW if we start to like EV´s how will we call us then? Great Job Sam!

[@enricocurcio1610]

Imagine receiving an e-mail from BUGATTI... congrats Sam you deserve it

[@mornadu]

Wow im so impressed by your commentary while driving on that twisty road! The camera in a bit of "TST one take" style suited that so perfectly! Others have included Andy so im glad you just did your own thing on this one! I enjoyed this so much thank you!!

[@tomrockholm-timeless_morph6691]

Your channel is my favorite automotive channel that I subscribe to, honestly one of the most genuine presenters/creators that I’ve found. Truly look forward to your watching your videos every week. Keep up the great work!

[@jayymac]

Wow Sam…. Congrats! What an amazing opportunity, and like other have said, we’ve seen reviews of these cars, and KZbinrs that have visited the factory, but none give the same vibe, b-roll, music, behind the scenes and overall experience that your style delivers. Keep up the great work!!!

[@tedubadu2536]

Been very excited for this video since you hinted at it on behind the glass. The scenes, the sounds, the emotion. You nailed all of it! Absolutely fantastic once again

[@jayhinchliffe5020]

One of my favorite video to date ! Nothing like Stg video quality, story telling overall brilliant ! 🔥

[@danielbaarns2966]

So glad they reached out to you for this. You share cars in such a relatable way (especially with you plans take off analogy) makes it more accessible to the rest of us who haven't yet gotten then chance to experience these cars!

[@richardmahoney9415]

I absolutely love your channel and what you have turned it into been a fan since the beginning of your channel and so cool to see you growing your channel but not losing your core fan base wish u continued success

[@addisonsmith6992]

This is the definition of making it! Huge respect ✊🏻

[@karlkjj]

The reason Bugatti invited you is for this film .... Sam you really need to realise how good you are .....your enthusiasm is infectious ...

[@jerrywarren2007]

You may not have noticed , but you are one of the best vloggers. Your approach to supercar lifestyle and travel is genuine and consistent with promotion of luxury goods. Keep on doing what you do.

[@francoisguillamot1887]

Thanks for this great video as always ! Bugatti suits you pretty well : class, refined, GT oriented ( and you could have Tan interior :-)) ). Glad you've been invated, you're on the map now (your work or Seinfeld effect ?...Nooo of course it's your work !). Long life to this unique channel !

[@mannski7269]

Amazing video Sam! Your editing blows me away more with every video. Well done sir. Love the content, it is a totally immersive experience watching your videos. Cheers

[@spencerdavies5661]

Hi Sam another great video. Really enjoyed watching it. What a day you had at Bugatti….. Wow ! The Chiron Sport is a beast ! The people at Bugatti looked after you really well. The gifted sketch at the end of the video was at really nice touch 👏 Well done !

[@oscartejura4887]

Loved the style of this video - content keeps getting better and better Sam!

[@paulholmes8398]

What an extraordinary experience. Imagine doing that for real. Sam's enthusiasm in the video is infectious. The HQ facility is out of this world. When Sam was driving the Chiron the adrenalin and caffeine were surging, so entertaining. What a privilege to experience that. Living the dream. Awsome content Man. Love the channel. Your in my top 5 car content creators. Love from Australia.

[@thedonut1]

The exterior shots and editing around 16:10 were phenomenal. Great video

[@damirkvajo]

Your enthusiasm is so contagious! You are definitely my favorite "car nut" :)

[@beautifulcatastrophe]

Thank You for coming that's our Showroom

[@nigeldewallens1115]

That was stunning and magical too! what a lovely experience for you and us to watch! Thank you ever so much Sam and of course Bugatti too!!

[@TheGreensuperman]

Love seeing the POV video at the end! Really gives you an idea of what it felt like to drive!

[@davidfernandes7254]

I've said it once, you are the best automotive youtuber. It's not just a video about driving a car, it's the whole journey, the history behind it, the scenery, everything. You totally deserved this experience and it showed how awesome it was. Thanks for this amazing video.

[@zampspotts]

Love your cinematic shots, Sam, keep up with the good work, love from Brazil!

[@seenthroughglass]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ex0148]

Well done Sam and Bugatti for letting mere mortals experience something utterly special, what a great bunch.

[@Rocky-hh3yg]

What a nice man that Bugatti rep was. Also how cool is it that he hand draws those designs.

[@derekwright3239]

Man I get so excited to see your videos, I live vicariously through your videos. So glad you share this great content cheers mate!!

[@888mf4]

You're excitement when driving it on the motorway is hilarious and infectious and genuinely nice to see!

[@lee328sport]

A-maz-ing… can’t wait to hear your excitement on BTG

[@fredrikwalmann9289]

Awesome video as always! Been binging your content recently!

[@markwatson4106]

What a video. Can really see how much time and effort went in. Top quality. 👌

[@Mw2knifeme]

Awesome that they encouraged you to give it an honest go! Great content.

[@jmrracing7097]

Absolutely awesome content. Both your channels are getting better and better.

[@seenthroughglass]

Much appreciated!

[@karan3013]

Awesome video, Sam. Genuinely felt your excitement in this video. What a car and experience. I’m so impressed that you put together these videos by yourself, without any assistants while you’re filming.

[@RamjeProductions]

I was watching this video with a stupid smile from the beginning till the end. Exquisite video STG! 😁

[@maximbollansee]

I always love to watch your videos, especially with a cup of coffee. Thanks for the great entertainment!

[@cephasmakuzva]

What a great video. Can tell that experience meant alot. Thank you Bugatti for doing this.

[@kens8903]

Camera work is amazing! Thank you for this and congrats on the recognition from Bugatti!

[@tobydstreet]

I felt really touched by that gift at the end there... genuinely special and such a lovely guy. Epic experience all round

[@chrisspring1641]

Amazing to see that car blast down the road! I was able to sit in a Chiron when they brought one over to the Bugatti Owners club for a design talk, here in the UK.. Very Special Car!

[@smf1384]

Epic, unique, inspiring - your content, not the car. Brilliant Sam. Best vid of 2022

[@joen7575]

What a lovely and precise video!! You should consider directing a car movie,perhaps on Schumacher and his Ferrari years😊

[@wallyr.7854]

Sam, I love, love, love your channel. And as a fellow 360 owner, I especially love any episodes where you focus on the 360. I’m a huge fan of Bugatti, and unless I win a multi-million dollar lottery I’ll never have one, so I quite enjoyed this video. Having said that, I hate to criticize but it seemed you left out a rather good size gap about having the incredible opportunity of being at the Bugatti factory as a make believe customer. I wish you would have featured footage on the making of one of the cars, that they would have taken you where they are actually assembled, where the interior is made, where the beautiful unique body is shaped and put together and spent a little time talking about the bespoke tires and wheels. Now I realize that all probably takes place elsewhere, but it would’ve been nice if it would’ve been a full package experience and that was provided to you and of course for your viewers since you were given this amazing opportunity. I hope the KZbin community does not hate on me, I just expected to see more about this incredible machine and the actual birth of a customer’s full experience. Thank you nonetheless for the video, as always your channel is fantastic 👍🏻

[@GeesDrive]

Mind blowing, amazing insight Sam and glad you're recognised for delivering great story telling for brands such as Bugatti.

[@fhgu8051]

Getting an invite like that i would probably fuck it up and answer a second to late. Congrats and keep on making great content looking forward to your 360 tour.

[@AhsanU]

I can't imagine the feeling of getting invited by Bugatti of all manufacturers! Well done and well deserved Sam

[@christiespurlingmbe3967]

Taking us somewhere we can only dream of going . This is a brilliant video . Thanks .👍🏿👍🏿

[@All_Together_Now]

LOVE this video Sam! This one hit the spot, thanks for making it, and thanks to Bugatti for making things like this! Life is beautiful.

[@jimmybroom]

Great video as always Sam - wow what a car! Incredible!

[@MaxBerglas]

Captured the unique essence and heritage of the brand perfectly with the B Roll shots of their headquarters. Amazing video

[@FlagnarBoobz]

This video made me so happy. Definitely my favourite youtuber at the moment!

[@stever6409]

I tell you Sam. I am of the same voice for those who say your videos are amazing! You have nailed making automotive journalism entertaining and informative. I absolutely love what you create and get super excited for each weekly installment. Keep up the great work, you are truly talented!

[@SWR112]

I’ve been lucky enough to order my spec Car from the factory, it was exciting to see the Car spinning on the screen to be delivered later. But that’s next level buying a Car being flown out to a chateau and just sitting there with your Coffee and go into such unbelievable detail and seeing the craftsmanship. I love this Car exists, it’s it you don’t need or can use all that power but then you don’t need a super yacht to cross some water but if you can why wouldn’t you. A money no object Car. Andy looks a easy going legend 😁

[@adamkingdon5956]

I really enjoyed that 😍😍😍😍 great work and good on Bugatti for inviting you.

[@fit_pharmd4830]

Its always nice to wake up on Sundays and be presented with a new STG. Combine that with Bugatti content and you know you're in for a treat!

[@SamAustin]

You are a huge credit to the UK automotive community and thoughrouly deserve the opportunity Bugatti have offered you. What an experience and a fantastic video as always Sam 👍

[@dsher503]

What incredible handwriting that man has. Also I can't say I love a brown car, especially a Chiron, but amazing experience to have. Thanks for taking us along with you!

[@markcady6882]

Oh boy, the class and elegance of both the car and set up is second to none, living the best life Sam, that’s for sure!

[@ruddyguzman4824]

that wuuuaaaaaaaaaaauuuuu !!! at the end hahahahaha love this exclusive content congrats

[@JP516]

Great job Sam ! You captured it all in this video !

[@sickjohnson]

Sam, your style of videos lend exceptionally well to the Bugatti ethos, well done!

[@kevinDG7]

I Don't think you can come closer to become a owner like the experience you have. Hard work always pays off. Stunning video Sam

[@sharifhaque4722]

Beautifulllll video! Absolutely loved watching this Sam ❤️❤️

[@robertlloyd7493]

Epic...thanks for taking me along 👍

[@seenthroughglass]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Mur1thi]

I really enjoyed watching this. Great video and thank you Sam.

[@ckmurphy1]

How fun thanks for bringing us along Sam!

[@MvLiempt]

Well done Sam, You again have outdone yourself. The quality and content of this video are excellent. Feels like you’ve done honour to this special invitation! Keep it up and say hi to Viki!

[@mikemitch1041]

Great content as always very well put together well done

[@sethoswald666]

Love when I see a STG video on the top of my list when I open up KZbin. Incredibly filmed as always, keep up the great work mate, a snapshot into an experience I will unfortunately never get for myself!

[@chrisdyson5513]

Fabulous video, an amazing car and what a stylish place. A great accolade for all your hard work to get such an opportunity. Congratulations!

[@ka0snz85]

I think your mix of excitement knowledge and presentation is up there with Clarkson. You do a great job.

[@richpik2]

Sam, you’ve got to be up there with the absolute best for video quality. Pure entertainment from the start to the end. Well done 👏

[@grahamgoddard4212]

Well that was the quickest 18 mins in my life - great video Sam !

[@edjames4064]

the cinematics are always so on point

[@PaulMorhen]

Great video and what an opportunity, the quality of your videos suits this experience.

[@SalomOon01]

Ok that was epic! Had goosebumps multiple times! Thanks Sam to post such amazing content every time!

[@mtnvalley9298]

A Truly EPIC memory for you and you vicariously living channel Sam. Thanks.

[@GamerzZone0212]

If you search the Bugatti black bess you'll get a view of what a Bugatti looks like with custom art on the interior. Best looking Bugatti imo.

[@spadgm]

Omg!, your content has been great, and this just pushed it even higher!!

[@stevemurrell6167]

Great video Sam....this is just brilliant content. It must have been an awesome day!

[@claudioagmfilho]

🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷👏🏻, Your channel is getting so much better! A unique way of making car videos.