Summary of the Article
- A pair of BMW Skytops, each rumored to cost €500,000, were observed together at Topaz Detailing in the UAE, with a third one found at the London location.
- With only 50 units expected to be produced, the Skytop is likely to become increasingly rare as owners place them in private collections.
- The success of the Skytop and Speedtop might encourage BMW/ALPINA to approve more limited-edition special projects, potentially including a V8 coupe.
Encountering a BMW Skytop is a unique event, but witnessing two together is even more remarkable. Recent photographs from Topaz Detailing display a duo of ultra-exclusive targas under one roof at the luxury detailing facility in Dubai, acquired by wealthy clients from the UAE.
If the reports hold true, BMW has set the price for each vehicle at €500,000, bringing the total to €1 million for these exquisite cars built on the M8 Competition chassis. Even though the donor vehicle is no longer in production, it still serves as an influence for this limited series. The Skytop has been crafted as a moving masterpiece, showcasing design elements that differ from current offerings. Its two-seat cabin, streamlined illumination, distinctive rear deck, and detachable targa roof lend it a unique identity not present in the M8.
Beholding two Skytops next to each other is an extraordinary experience. With production restricted to just 50 units, most individuals will likely never witness one in person, much less two concurrently. This latest highly limited special edition is set to become more and more elusive as owners safeguard their investments in private collections, expecting value growth over time.
First BMW Skytop In The UK
Up to now, no right-hand-drive Skytop has been manufactured. This is significant as Topaz Detailing has a third model in their workshop, reportedly the first in the UK, and it is also a left-hand-drive unit. All 50 units maintain the same specifications, closely resembling the concept displayed at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este a couple of years ago.
Following the Skytop, BMW has launched the similarly exclusive Speedtop, signaling that these limited-production dream cars could significantly contribute to bolstering the brand's reputation at the luxury market's summit. BMW has positioned these tightly-controlled models as an avenue to foster desirability among collectors and enthusiasts, indicating that more options may be forthcoming for those with considerable financial means.
BMW ALPINA V8 Coupe?
With ALPINA now incorporated into the BMW Group, there is a logical hope for more special vehicles similar to the Skytop and Speedtop. Although the Vision BMW ALPINA Coupe, which is also based on an M8, will not see production, the product range is deficient in a V8 coupe. Whether from BMW or BMW ALPINA, this gap should be addressed soon.
The immediate success of the Skytop and Speedtop among BMW's wealthy clientele likely enhances the confidence of executives to sanction further low-volume special projects.
Photos: topazdetailing / Instagram
Summary of the Article
- A pair of BMW Skytops, each rumored to cost €500,000, were observed together at Topaz Detailing in the UAE, with a third one found at the London location.
- With only 50 units expected to be produced, the Skytop is likely to become increasingly rare as owners place them in private collections.
- The success of the Skytop and Speedtop might encourage BMW/ALPINA to approve more limited-edition special projects, potentially including a V8 coupe.
Encountering a BMW Skytop is a unique event, but witnessing two together is even more remarkable. Recent photographs from Topaz Detailing display a duo of ultra-exclusive targas under one roof at the luxury detailing facility in Dubai, acquired by wealthy clients from the UAE.
If the reports hold true, BMW has set the price for each vehicle at €500,000, bringing the total to €1 million for these exquisite cars built on the M8 Competition chassis. Even though the donor vehicle is no longer in production, it still serves as an influence for this limited series. The Skytop has been crafted as a moving masterpiece, showcasing design elements that differ from current offerings. Its two-seat cabin, streamlined illumination, distinctive rear deck, and detachable targa roof lend it a unique identity not present in the M8.
Beholding two Skytops next to each other is an extraordinary experience. With production restricted to just 50 units, most individuals will likely never witness one in person, much less two concurrently. This latest highly limited special edition is set to become more and more elusive as owners safeguard their investments in private collections, expecting value growth over time.
First BMW Skytop In The UK
Up to now, no right-hand-drive Skytop has been manufactured. This is significant as Topaz Detailing has a third model in their workshop, reportedly the first in the UK, and it is also a left-hand-drive unit. All 50 units maintain the same specifications, closely resembling the concept displayed at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este a couple of years ago.
Following the Skytop, BMW has launched the similarly exclusive Speedtop, signaling that these limited-production dream cars could significantly contribute to bolstering the brand’s reputation at the luxury market’s summit. BMW has positioned these tightly-controlled models as an avenue to foster desirability among collectors and enthusiasts, indicating that more options may be forthcoming for those with considerable financial means.
BMW ALPINA V8 Coupe?
With ALPINA now incorporated into the BMW Group, there is a logical hope for more special vehicles similar to the Skytop and Speedtop. Although the Vision BMW ALPINA Coupe, which is also based on an M8, will not see production, the product range is deficient in a V8 coupe. Whether from BMW or BMW ALPINA, this gap should be addressed soon.
The immediate success of the Skytop and Speedtop among BMW’s wealthy clientele likely enhances the confidence of executives to sanction further low-volume special projects.
Photos: topazdetailing / Instagram
