BMW to offer extremely exclusive 'Individual 7 Series THE NEXT 100 YEARS'

(April 20, 2016)  WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. —  BMW has announced the “BMW Individual 7 Series THE NEXT 100 YEARS” models to mark the company’s centenary, representing — according to BMW — "the historically evolved technological competence of the world’s leading manufacturer of premium automobiles and to emphasize the exclusivity with which both luxury and innovation are expressed."

The BMW 7 Series centennial models are being produced in a limited quantity with only 100 units available worldwide with three different engine variants. The US market will receive five units and it will be exclusively available as the “BMW Individual M760i xDrive Model V12 Excellence THE NEXT 100 YEARS” centennial model, featuring a 12-cylinder engine producing 610 horsepower (preliminary) and a unique combination of state-of-the-art comfort, luxury and dynamic agility.  It can do zero to 60 miles per hour in just 3.6 seconds.



Two other engines will be available — a 4.4-liter V8 with 450 horsepower and a plug-in hybrid variant with features a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and an
electric motor that develop a combined output of 326 horsepower.

The centennial model will be available by the end of 2016. BMW has not mentioned price.

The centenary model combines the innovation, efficiency and dynamics of the luxury sedan with exclusive and harmoniously matching design and equipment features from BMW Individual.

BMW says in a press release that the appearance, driving experience and interior ambience of the luxury sedan are bestowed with a unique distinctive character thanks to the exclusive centenary model paint finish, 20-inch BMW Individual light-alloy wheels, BMW Individual fine grain full Merino leather trim and further interior details from BMW Individual.

The equipment range also includes a fountain pen of the Montblanc brand, the color and design of which are precisely aligned to the anniversary edition of the BMW 7 Series. It is also produced in a limited quantity and is only exclusively available in conjunction with BMW 7 Series centennial models. As a result, the “BMW Individual 7 Series THE NEXT 100 YEARS” embodies both a new understanding of luxury at the top of the BMW model range as well as a deeply embedded awareness for customer orientation, timeless design and unsurpassed quality.

BMW’s technological know-how is authentically reflected in the new BMW 7 Series’ characteristics. BMW says the new luxury sedan impresses with a design that is defined by stylish presence, timeless elegance and supreme dynamics, its various innovations optimizing sportiness, ride comfort and efficiency. At the same time, the sixth generation of the BMW 7 Series sets benchmarks when it comes to operating comfort, intelligent networking and feel-good atmosphere inside the car.

Twenty-five redefining technologies are represented in the all-new BMW 7 Series including the Carbon Core body structure, BMW eDrive technology, Active Comfort Drive with Road Preview, Gesture Control, Rear Executive Lounge Seating and Panoramic Sky Lounge LED Roof.

The “BMW Individual 7 Series THE NEXT 100 YEARS” is produced at the BMW Dingolfing plant in a limited quantity of 100 units. BMW says "the vehicles feature exclusive BMW Individual equipment details created by a manufacturing process that is defined by uncompromising quality standards, traditional style consciousness, and handcrafted precision."

The anniversary model’s prominent status is recognizable at first glance by the BMW Individual exterior color Centennial Blue metallic and the handcrafted signet. The color variant available exclusively for the 100 centennial models is attained by a particularly elaborate painting process that accentuates the sedan’s expressive design through outstanding brilliance and an intensive depth effect. Forged 20-inch BMW Individual light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design that come in a bi-color Silver/Ferric Grey finish and with mixed tires decorate the anniversary edition.

An exclusive, handcrafted signet bearing the lettering “THE NEXT 100 YEARS” adorns the B pillars, the interior strips above the glove compartment on the passenger side as well as the front and rear seat headrests. The cover of the cup holder located in the front area of the center console boasts the inscription “1 of 100”.