The new BMW 8 Series large coupe will launch in November at a starting price of €125,725 OTR, writes Brian Byrne.
The car will be available with a six-cylinder diesel engine developing 320hp and a V8 petrol with 530hp.
The new car will have adaptive suspension as standard, and both feature all wheel drive.
Onboard technologies include BMW's new 7" display-and-control system, access by smartphone, and a full range of driver assist facilities.