We couldn’t tell you about it in our story on the new 8 Series last week because of embargoes, but BMW showed us the convertible version of the new 8 while we were in Portugal recently. Unlike the M850i we drove, the convertible had a more elegant look devoid of all the carbon pack stuff, although you can have it if you want it. The four-layer cloth roof can be opened or closed in 15 seconds at speeds up to 50km/h, above a cabin that, as with the coupe, has a distinct lack of rear legroom. Strictly a 2+2 this one. That will suit many owners fine though, with the 8 Series convertible offering open-top touring when it arrives in SA in 2019 next year for those who prefer to keep that rear seat space for luggage. However, the convertible does have 350l of boot space with the roof open and the rear seat backs can be folded down to get in larger items. The single M850i model will weigh in at 125kg more than the coupe due to the additional straightening required and Sarah Lessmann of the 8...
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