BMW Skytop

Following in the tire tracks of the BMW 3.0 CSL - revealed in 2022 to mark the 50th birthday of BMW M GmbH - is the BMW Skytop. The BMW Skytop wraps the joy of driving, for which the brand is renowned in a timelessly elegant design characterized by precision craftsmanship in every last detail. Initially shown in design study form as the BMW Concept Skytop at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2024 on the shores of Lake Como, the two-seater roadster sent waves of excitement through the assembled connoisseurs and automotive aficionados. This rapturous response prompted BMW to convert the concept into a strictly limited production run of 50 examples.

Adrian van Hooydonk, head of BMW Group Design, announced the decision at an event hosted by the House of BMW in Milan, Italy. The highly desired design study was again on display. It was also revealed here that all examples of the BMW Skytop reserved for enthusiasts and collectors found their future owners within a very short time.

Dynamism and elegance continue the tradition of legendary BMW roadsters.
BMW recently presented the likewise strictly limited-run BMW 3.0 CSL. Production of this exclusive sports car was also capped at 50 cars. In both concept and design, the special edition paid homage to the legendary BMW 3.0 CSL "Batmobile" of the early 1970s.

The BMW Skytop is another desirable collector's item from the Bavarian premium carmaker. The open-top two-seater celebrates BMW's history of iconic roadsters, including the BMW 507 and the BMW Z8. The sculptural athleticism of its body is constructed from taut, muscular surfaces defined by a few precise lines, the BMW Skytop emitting a powerful sense of dynamism before it even turns a wheel. The pronounced arrow shape of the bonnet, evocative BMW shark-nose design, and tightening tail are all carefully chosen references to the BMW Z8.

Like its legendary roadster ancestor, the BMW Skytop takes to the road with the most powerful V8 in the brand's armory. The 4.4-litre petrol unit generates a maximum output of 460 kW/625 hp and teams up with an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission. Maximizing traction is the BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel-drive system, which distributes the engine's power between all four wheels as required and optimizes stability and driving dynamics. With this drive configuration, the handsome two-door will sprint from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in around 3.3 seconds.

Exclusive materials and traditional craftsmanship.
The exclusivity of this unique masterpiece of automotive craftsmanship is also reflected in its timelessly elegant appearance. Headlining the exterior design is the pronounced spline that extends from the bonnet to an aluminum bar on the boot lid, emphasizing the dynamic flow of the special edition's form. Winglets discreetly integrated into the door shoulders take the place of conventional door handles and - together with the light-alloy wheels with their intricate fins between the spokes - feed into the car's clean, graceful appearance.

The illuminated BMW kidney grille and the headlights also play their part in the progressive look of the front end. The LED units are positioned on aluminum carriers and have the slimmest profile currently available for automotive headlights. They were custom-developed for the BMW Skytop and grouped together all the lighting functions. The rear lights likewise have an arrestingly slim design and carry the progressive design theme of the BMW Skytop into the rear end.

Like the leather-covered rollover bar behind the seats, the fully retractable rear window and leather-trimmed soft-top roof generate a pure-bred roadster feeling. The two removable roof sections, which are finished with high-quality synthetic leather, are stowed away in a special compartment in the luggage area.

The harmonious color scheme ensures a smooth visual transition from interior to exterior, with the soft top open and closed. At the rear of the car, the reddish-brown of the roof flows into the Floating Sundown Silver exterior paint finish, whose chrome shadow effect gives it an impressive visual impact. The elaborate color gradient was applied by hand by experienced master painters.

Inimitable ambiance, exquisite appointments, and high-quality equipment.
Inside the BMW Skytop, precision craftsmanship, handpicked materials, and warm, monochrome color tones create a feel of cosseting luxury and singular elegance. In common with other interior design elements, the leather seats, accented by brogue-style decoration, come in the same shade of brown used for the roof. Crystal applications embedded ornately into the cockpit also contribute to the sumptuous on-board ambiance.

The exclusive character of the BMW Skytop is additionally underscored by high-quality equipment features such as a soft-close function for the doors and the stunning Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System. The BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes the full-color BMW Head-Up Display, which directly projects driving and navigation information into the driver's field of view.