New BMW 8 Series concept takes the 90s classic for a modern spin

January 4, 2012 By Amir Iliaifar

A modern interpretation of a 90's classic, this new BMW 8 Series concept from Turkish designer Ismet Çevik lends a modern spin to the one-time BMW flagship GT.

For those who don’t remember, the original BMW 8 Series was a monster of a car. It featured some of the latest and most cutting edge technology that BMW was producing at the time and still stands up as an impressive piece of automotive technology. The production run of the 8 Series lasted only ten years, from 1989 to 1999 when BMW ceased all production.

It’s interesting to note that the 8 Series happens to be one of the more rare BMWs on the road today, it carried a big price tag and an even bigger engine; offering both a V8 and V12 version and an electronically limited top-speed of 155 mph.

Of course that was then and this is now. Having spent more than a decade out of production, it appears that one designer has taken it upon himself to envision what a modern day BMW 8 Series would look like. Created by Turkish designer Ismet Çevik, this digital model is aptly named the BMW 850 CSi.

Apart from the design there isn’t much on this BMW concept in relation to proposed specifications but, and we think you’ll agree, just looking at this beauty is more than enough. Maybe a real life recreation of the fabled 8 Series is in the works, but until then those wanting to see a modern rendition will have to make do with these pictures.

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Alex Tanchez at 11:52am 5th January 2012 I see how there is an attempt to mold the new styling language of the 7 series in this car. Personally, much like the 8xx and Z8 were unique, I would take a more dramatic styling perspective an look at the Vision 8 as an inspiration for the front, however, I will say, this car does have presence, and I am sure standing next to it, it will have significant presence.
Ken McKenzie at 8:48pm 4th January 2012 This is a joke right? Not even close to the style of the 840/850.