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BMW 8 Series Concept is a two-door beauty

New concept revives BMW's 8 Series name and previews new production coupe that's slated to land in 2018.

Jon Wong
Jon Wong was a reviews editor for CNET Cars. He test drove and wrote about new cars and oversaw coverage of automotive accessories and garage gear. In his spare time, he enjoys track days, caring for his fleet of old Japanese cars and searching for the next one to add to his garage.
Jon Wong
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BMW will reveal the Concept 8 Series this weekend at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este in Italy.

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The 8 Series Concept provides a preview of the 8 Series production car, which BMW says will arrive in 2018.

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BMW recently announced the demise of the 6 Series coupe, which the 8 Series will essentially replace at the German automaker's flagship two-door model.

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Out back, the 8 Series Concept features L-shaped light housings that dramatically extend into the rear quarter panels and a carbon fiber diffuser for additional styling flash.

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Carbon fiber shell sport seats, carbon fiber and aluminum trim and Swarovski glass for the shifter and iDrive controller dress the 8 Series Concept's cabin.

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