BMW has announced it will build just 70 units of its new Speedtop concept—a bold, two-seat shooting brake with a price tag starting at €500,000 plus taxes. Revealed at the prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este on Lake Como, the Speedtop signals BMW’s ongoing commitment to exclusive, emotion-driven design and high-performance craftsmanship.
A Modern Homage to Coachbuilding and Shooting Brakes
The Speedtop reimagines the classic shooting brake with modern proportions and luxury. Drawing inspiration from the earlier Skytop concept—also limited to 50 units—the Speedtop shares its platform and 625-horsepower, twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with the BMW M8 Competition. The result: 750 Nm of torque, a striking roofline, and a design intended to turn heads while respecting BMW’s long-standing traditions of elegance and dynamism.
At 5,000 mm long and 2,000 mm wide, the Speedtop echoes the dimensions of BMW’s 5 Series, but sits a dramatic 150 mm lower at 1,360 mm. The elongated roof and signature rear tailgate—reminiscent of BMW Touring wagons—deliver unmistakable style, while the luggage compartment features a two-level design extending between the seats for optimal cargo flexibility.
Craftsmanship, Exclusivity, and Signature Details
Each Speedtop will be fitted with custom leather luggage, crafted by Italian luxury specialists Schedoni to fit perfectly into the car’s dedicated compartments. The interior features two-tone leather inspired by the production 8 Series, preserving luxury while accommodating unique Speedtop proportions.
Exterior highlights include BMW’s signature double kidney grille outlined in white LEDs, and a showstopping gradient roof paint finish that shifts color as light hits it. “A true BMW exudes dynamism and elegance even when it’s standing still,” said BMW Group design chief Adrian van Hooydonk, emphasizing the model’s “exotic, quite extreme” presence.
Production Challenges and Collectibility
Limiting production to 70 units allows BMW to offer an ultra-exclusive experience while keeping costs and complexity in check—critical for a car with unique design elements and coachbuilt details. “If you change just the position of one of the car’s 12 airbags, this will create the need for significant re-engineering and the costs will grow substantially, something you cannot afford for a limited-production run,” van Hooydonk noted.
Following strong demand for the Skytop, BMW expanded the Speedtop’s run, making this car available for collectors and enthusiasts willing to move quickly. “We will make 70 units of this extraordinary vehicle, which is now available for order,” announced Bernd Körber, head of brand and product management at BMW.
With its blend of heritage, bespoke details, and supercar performance, the BMW Speedtop stands as a modern icon for collectors—combining rarity, craftsmanship, and a striking new silhouette in the world of high-end automotive design.
