Frankfurt IAA: BMW 8 Series Concept

Jason · 09-14-2017, 10:59 AM

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Joining the Z4 and X7 Concepts at Frankfurt is the BMW 8 Series Concept. This concept previews the upcoming BMW 8 Series, which will be introduced into the market in Summer 2018.

Also see our other photos from the Frankfurt IAA:

Frankfurt IAA: BMW i Vision Dynamics
Frankfurt IAA: BMW M5 (F90)
Frankfurt IAA: BMW X7 Concept
Frankfurt IAA: BMW X3 M40i
Frankfurt IAA: BMW i3s
Frankfurt IAA: BMW M8 GTE
Frankfurt IAA: BMW Z4 Concept
Frankfurt IAA: Alpina D5 S
Frankfurt IAA: BMW 6 Series GT
Frankfurt IAA: BMW M4 CS

BMW 8 Series Concept @ Frankfurt IAA

VMRWheels · 09-14-2017, 11:26 AM

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

Aubie4Pres · 09-14-2017, 11:27 AM

These huge grills are killing me

BMWRL · 09-14-2017, 11:29 AM

deemo319 · 09-14-2017, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

It's very interesting in the metal. I was invited to the unveiling by BMW at Lago di Como in May.

The Airbreather was the one thing that really caught my attention, functional and the car only has two lines that force air down the side.

As whole the design is a refreshing clean-sheet design and an excellent starting point for the return of the 8 Series.

The 8 Series Coupe and Cabriolet really only has one direct competitor within the segment, it's the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet.

Toyota "Lexus" LC500 is an indirect competitor to BMW and Mercedes-Benz within this segment.

SlammedR8 · 09-14-2017, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

The Lexus is about $100k...I believe this car will be closer to $150k

goj · 09-14-2017, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

The Lexus is about $100k...I believe this car will be closer to $150k

The m8 may be closer to that, I can't see the 840/850 being that expensive

Zirenz2006 · 09-14-2017, 12:18 PM

sdshah · 09-14-2017, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

The Lexus is about $100k...I believe this car will be closer to $150k

The m8 may be closer to that, I can't see the 840/850 being that expensive

And a cool 65k after 3 years and 30k miles =}

ORIGIN M. · 09-14-2017, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

The Lexus is about $100k...I believe this car will be closer to $150k

The m8 may be closer to that, I can't see the 840/850 being that expensive

And a cool 65k after 3 years and 30k miles =}

CPO with coverage until 100k...

Why not - Such a gorgeous car!!!

greekcs · 09-14-2017, 03:16 PM

Single piston rear caliper; lazy.

g20jprad · 09-14-2017, 05:25 PM

Looks like an Aston Martin from the side... not sure if that's a good or bad thing.

antzcrashing · 09-14-2017, 10:59 PM

Looks quite great. No audi R8 though.

ORIGIN M. · 09-15-2017, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by antzcrashing

Looks quite great. No audi R8 though.

Not even a direct comparison.

clbmw · 09-16-2017, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by deemo319

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

It's very interesting in the metal. I was invited to the unveiling by BMW at Lago di Como in May.

The Airbreather was the one thing that really caught my attention, functional and the car only has two lines that force air down the side.

As whole the design is a refreshing clean-sheet design and an excellent starting point for the return of the 8 Series.

The 8 Series Coupe and Cabriolet really only has one direct competitor within the segment, it's the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet.

Toyota "Lexus" LC500 is an indirect competitor to BMW and Mercedes-Benz within this segment.

Did the displays work or are they dummies?

I like the idea of the individually temperature-controlled air vents.

Tallest · 09-16-2017, 06:41 AM

the instrument panel and gauges on new bmws are dope.

concept looks very nice, hard to tell the size - hope its not too massive. 6er is big enough.

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Looks like an Aston Martin from the side... not sure if that's a good or bad thing.

Yeah, pretty sure its not an insult to say the car looks like Aston Martin. Its like saying "your girlfriend reminds me of Miranda Kerr..." or whatever. )))

DCG · 09-16-2017, 08:19 AM

It looks nice and sleek, better than some of the more recent concepts. The grill is a bit much though.

I personally would like to see BMW stick to more sleeker exterior and interior designs with a more aerodynamic look and feel to it, then some disjointed modern design.

antzcrashing · 09-16-2017, 03:05 PM

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Looks quite great. No audi R8 though.

Not even a direct comparison.

Flagship to flagship, so yes

ORIGIN M. · 09-16-2017, 03:35 PM

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Looks quite great. No audi R8 though.

Not even a direct comparison.

Flagship to flagship, so yes

i8 is BMW's current flagship.

We'll see.

antzcrashing · 09-16-2017, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by antzcrashing

Looks quite great. No audi R8 though.

Not even a direct comparison.

Flagship to flagship, so yes

i8 is BMW's current flagship.

We'll see.

I dont consider i8 as flagship since it is not bmws fastest car, nor its best handling, and its electric so kinda gimmicky. I think 8 or M8 will be more of a flagship

ORIGIN M. · 09-16-2017, 08:54 PM

Yeah they should morph BMW i & ///M and stuff a twin-turbo V8 in that bad boy combined w/eDrive , or make it 100% Electric with an eMotor at every corner.

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Originally Posted by antzcrashing

I dont consider i8 as flagship since it is not bmws fastest car, nor its best handling, and its electric so kinda gimmicky. I think 8 or M8 will be more of a flagship

mptpa · 10-01-2017, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by VMRWheels

Loving this side profile. Can't wait to see the production version. Wondering if this is slated to be a competitor to the LC500.

The Lexus is about $100k...I believe this car will be closer to $150k

I don?t know if I would pay $150k for this!!! I am keeping an eye on this as a replacement for my i8,but also on the PorscheMission E.

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