The $2.6 million Bugatti Chiron can do 261 MPH and looks absolutely stunning

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Bugatti's new 261 MPH, $2.6 million hypercar, the Chiron, is the replacement for its car that once held the record for production car speed, the Veyron. The Chiron first debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in early March.

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While it was on display in New York, photographer Jon Harper of JBH Photo had the opportunity to see it in person and better capture its essence. He did a pretty great job, though this car isn't exactly difficult to make look pretty.

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The front-end isn't just for looks; the front splitters actively move around to channel air through and around the car in the most efficient way possible. Also, the area around the four LED headlights is used to channel air directly down to the brakes.

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Even when it's surrounded by art, the Chiron stands out as a masterpiece.

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The big C-curve line on the sides of the Chiron is a throwback to the Atalante and Type 57 Bugatti models from the 1930s.

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The arch also helps collect air for the car's massive quad-turbocharged, 16-cylinder engine that's hidden in the rear.

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The Bugatti Chiron has 20-inch wheels and tires in the front, and 21-inch wheels and tires in the back.

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That red line across the rear of the car is made up of 82 LEDs and acts as the brake light, turn signals, and reverse light.

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Inside the Chiron, there is a speedometer that reaches 310 MPH and it's surrounded by screens that display driving information and general infotainment system goodies. What's really cool is that the car displays less information as you drive faster to help prevent the driver from getting distracted.

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The rear of the car is designed to pull hot air away from the engine.

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Only 500 Chirons are being made. Deliveries begin this fall.

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