BMW Unveils New Speedtop V8 Shooting Brake

A new BMW concept envisions a shooting brake.

BMW drummed up lots of buzz and excitement at last year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este by unveiling the Concept Skytop. With an open top design inspired by legendary al fresco BMW models like the 507 and the Z8, the stunning twin-turbo V8-powered two-seater received such a positive reception from enthusiasts, that BMW decided to unveil it as a production model with highly exclusive numbers. This year, BMW is hoping to continue that streak, with a new concept that appeals to an even more underappreciated niche in the automotive world.

Enter the new Concept Speedtop, unveiled at this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este with much of what made the Skytop so exciting, with a sleek interpretation of BMW’s signature design cues, mixed with classic performance car proportions, like a sloping roof and a long hood. However, what makes the Speedtop so buzzworthy is the fact that it’s a shooting brake, part of a rare breed of performance cars that BMW has championed in the past.

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A red Speedtop V8 sports car is parked on a wet surface at dusk, with mist and snow-capped mountains in the background under a dramatic red sky.

A close-up of the front of a red BMW Shooting Brake sports car parked on a mountain road, with snow-covered peaks and mist in the background.

A maroon BMW Speedtop sports car is parked on a reflective surface with snow-covered mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.

A beige and brown duffel bag is placed in the open trunk of a red BMW Shooting Brake.

A red BMW Shooting Brake coupe with its door open, showcasing cream leather front seats and a scenic mountain landscape in the background.

Close-up view of the front seats inside a modern car with white leather upholstery and a sleek, minimalistic interior design, inspired by BMW’s signature style.

View of a BMW Shooting Brake’s rear interior with cream leather seats, a brown leather handbag on the seat, and a scenic mountain landscape visible through the window.

Close-up of a Shooting Brake’s center console featuring a gear selector, control knobs, and dashboard, with sunlight highlighting the refined interior.

Close-up view of a luxury car interior featuring tan leather seats, a sleek gear shift, and a red leather steering wheel in the BMW Speedtop V8 Shooting Brake.

A leather handbag sits secured on the rear seat of a BMW with white and red interior, illuminated by sunlight through the open door.

A close-up view of a red Shooting Brake with its trunk open, revealing a spacious and empty cargo area, set against a mountainous backdrop.

A BMW V8 Shooting Brake with red taillights illuminated is parked on a misty surface, set against snow-covered mountains and a cloudy, pink sky in the background.

A leather and fabric handbag is placed in the trunk of a BMW Shooting Brake with an open hatch, mountains visible in the background.

Close-up of a BMW car's interior door panel, highlighting the handle, trim, and armrest in warm lighting with a modern, sleek design—perfectly reflecting the luxury of a Shooting Brake.

A black Speedtop V8 sports car drives on an open road at sunset, kicking up dust behind it under a clear sky.

A sleek, dark-colored Speedtop V8 sports car drives on an empty, sunlit runway, leaving a trail of dust under a hazy sunset sky.

A red BMW Shooting Brake is parked on a wet surface, framed by snow-capped mountains and an orange sunset in the background.

A red BMW Speedtop V8 sports car is parked on a wet surface with mountains and clouds in the background at sunrise or sunset.

A sleek red BMW Speedtop sports car is parked on a misty mountain road at sunrise, surrounded by fog and distant snowy peaks.

A red BMW Shooting Brake is parked on a wet surface with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background at sunset.

A red BMW Shooting Brake is parked on a reflective surface, with snowy mountains and a colorful sky in the background.

A sleek red Speedtop V8 Shooting Brake is parked on a wet surface, mountains framing the scene and a bright, foggy sunrise rising in the background.

Rear view of a red BMW Speedtop V8 sports car parked outdoors, with mountains and a cloudy sky in the background.

A red BMW V8 Shooting Brake sports car is parked on a mountain road at sunset, with mist curling around distant peaks in the background.

Described as a “three-door interpretation of a BMW Touring,” the Speedtop’s shooting brake body is reminiscent of models like the M Coupe that have few peers, and even evokes the panache of shooting brake models like the Ferrari FF and Ferrari GTC4Lusso. Designed with the idea of being a dream car for weekend getaways for two, the Speedtop features an exquisitely luxurious two-seat interior with compartments behind for luggage. Two-tone upholstery highlights the elevated degree of craftsmanship that the Speedtop offers.

Similarly to the Skytop, BMW says that under the hood of the new Concept Speedtop lies “the most powerful V8 engine currently offered by BMW.” With its combination of exquisite luxury, stunning shooting brake design, and the brawn of a V8, the Speedtop is an enthusiast’s absolute dream, and the perfect recipe for a dying breed of performance cars. Luckily, BMW has already announced that the Speedtop will be offered in a production run of just 70 units, eclipsing the Skytop’s 50. Now available for order, the new BMW Concept Speedtop is BMW’s latest collector-grade masterpiece.

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