With the open-top 8 Series, BMW offers an equally sporty, powerful, and luxurious Gran
Tourer of the luxury class that is second to none. It doesn’t even have to be the top-of-the range
M8 model. The M850i, the beautifully designed fabric-roof convertible in the 4.80metre class, with a 530hp and 750Nm 4.4-litre Biturbo V8, also leaves virtually nothing to be desired in terms of equipment and quality appeal. Nevertheless, MANHART Performance did not miss the opportunity to extensively refine and optimize the large two-door model: The result is the MH8 700 Cabriolet.
The centerpiece of the conversion is, of course, the radical overhaul of the engine: the
turbocharged, eight-cylinder has been upgraded to an output of 710hp and 925Nm of
maximum torque. This is thanks to the MANHART ECU remapping in combination with
the MANHART upgrade turbochargers, which are more powerful than the standard ones,
together with a new intercooler and sports air filters. Added to this is the MANHART
stainless steel exhaust system with valve control, which not only generates a thrilling
sound but also refines the appearance with its four carbon tailpipes. In addition,
MANHART race downpipes without catalytic converter and the MANHART OPF Deleter
are available, neither of which, however, have TÜV approval and are thus only intended
for export. In-line with the engine modification, the eight-speed automatic transmission
also receives an upgrade. The braking system, on the other hand, remained in its
standard condition in this case, with the exception of the golden paintwork on the calipers
– however, individual adaptations are also possible in this respect on request.
Visually, the MH8 700 also stands out from the regular M850i with an individual look. For
example, the front and rear spoilers – each made of carbon – as well as a new diffuser
provide sporty, dynamic accents. In addition, the black bodywork is refined with a golden
set of decorations, typical of MANHART. Inside the wheel arches house the tried and
tested MANHART Concave One rims in 9×20 and 10.5×20 inches with 245/35 and 275/30
high-performance tyres. The additional lowering of the body by 30 millimetres was
achieved with the help of MANHART lowering springs by H&R. And last but not least,
MANHART also skillfully sets small but equally fine and effective accents with a steering
wheel spoke and gearshift paddles made of carbon.
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