BMW appears to be serious about putting the stunning Skytop concept car into production.
Sources told BMW Blog that BMW has been emailing prospective Skytop buyers about the vehicle, asking whether they are truly interested in placing an order.
While BMW Group Design boss Adrian van Hooydonk previously told Automotive News the brand could build 20 to 25 examples of the Skytop, the latest information suggests the latest production number is closer to 50.
It could also be a cash cow for BMW, with prices reportedly close to €500,000 ($825,000) being touted, which would not only make it considerably more expensive than the BMW M8 coupe upon which it’s based – which retails for $380,000 – but also one of the brand’s dearest models ever.
Though BMW never disclosed an exact figure, the M4-based 3.0 CSL hommage from 2022 was rumoured to be priced between €600,000 to €700,000 ($990,000 to $1.15 million).
While the 3.0 CSL hommage did make the transition from concept to ultra-exclusive production car, some show cars haven’t been as lucky, including the Z4-based shooting brake Concept Touring Coupe.
Since the Skytop was revealed in May, it has set online forums abuzz with support from BMW fans and general observers alike, praising its gorgeous design and smooth lines – as well as the complete lack of a bucktooth kidney grille like many of the brand’s current models.
Unlike the M8 which can – legally at least – seat five occupants, the Skytop is a two-seater only, with the driver and passenger treated to a targa roof and retractable rear window.
Under the bonnet, there’s a twin-turbo 4.4-litre V8 engine under the bonnet, producing 460kW of power and 750Nm of torque, driving all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission.
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