The Veyron 16.4 is a stunning-looking mid-engined coupe due anytime in late 2004 – although in a price which will ensure continued exclusivity, with sightings on the par with the ones from Siberian tigers.

A 2 seater using more than a lot of horsepower (1001, to become precise) the Veyron is powered by an 8.0 litre W16, being two V8 engines spliced together laterally.

The promise is of 325kph maximum speed with stunning acceleration. A close-coupled two seater with dramatic lines caused by its radical aerodynamic characteristics, Bugatti describe this like a ‘limited edition’ model – which presumably means restricted to the ultra-rich.