BMW has recently released details of a few, never seen before, concepts among which is the BMW Z1 Coupe from 1988, which was based on the roadster version. The BMW Z1 Coupe is a three-seater with a rear mounted engine. The driver of the BMW Z1 Coupe was seated behind a central mounted steering wheel, much like the McLaren F1.
The BMW Z1 Coupe was powered by a six-cylinder in-line engine developing 125 kW/170 hp and featured a monocoque-type steel chassis with a bonded plastic floor. The BMW Z1 Coupe had a completely new suspension and rear wheel drive and was capable of reaching speeds of up to 225 km/h.
The BMW Z1 Coupe is presented to the public to celebrate the landmark anniversary of BMW Forschung und Technik GmbH.
