Speedtop Rolls Out

BMW’s Limited Edition: The Speedtop

The art of coachbuilding isn’t lost yet, especially not with BMW steering the wheel. Continuing from last year’s convertible Skytop, BMW introduces the Speedtop, a swanky, limited-run grand tourer with a shooting brake design. Slated for a count of only 70 units, this exclusive beauty unfortunately skips a visit to American shores.

A Glimpse at the Design

The Speedtop tamely mirrors the Skytop’s front, sharing those slim LED headlights and an illuminated kidney grille. Ventured along the doors are sleek fin-style handles. But as eyes pull back, the waistline reshapes into a new wonder. Its redesigned roofline beautifully integrates into its sculpted rear, creating a balance that only a true craftsman can manage.

Interior Layout

For those envisioning a spontaneous weekend escape, the Speedtop offers a two-seater design with an ocean of luggage space rather than rear seats. A touch of luxury is evident, with the luggage area wrapped in fine leather and ambient lighting. Leather-strapped compartments behind the seats await custom Schedoni bags, adding that personal tinge for the lucky few who’ll own this piece of art.

The Heart of a Beast

Powering the Speedtop is BMW’s most powerful V8, likely the roaring 617 horsepower 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged engine found in the M8 Competition. This heart comes paired with an eight-speed automatic, most likely driven by a rear-biased xDrive all-wheel-drive system. Although performance stats are under wraps, borrowing the adaptive suspension and carbon ceramic brakes from the M8 isn’t a far-off guess.

Cruising Experience

Driving the Speedtop should feel like mastering an orchestra, with its symphonic V8 providing a magnificent backdrop. It shares a platform with the BMW 8 Series, giving it that signature dynamism, but with a bespoke twist. Imagine cruising in the Speedtop and feeling that blend of road tenacity and grand touring comfort that BMW models are famous for.

Price and Availability

The Speedtop’s sticker price remains a mystery, likely resting in the elite stratosphere. Coachbuilt specials like these often come with a hefty price tag, reserved for serious collectors. For now, the Speedtop will be a rare gemstone outside U.S. borders, teasing American BMW enthusiasts from afar.

There it is–a marvel in design and performance combined, though sadly not taking a drive across America anytime soon. Each unit of the Speedtop is a testament to BMW’s blend of legacy and vision, crafted for those who see cars as more than vehicles but as art in motion.