SHERIDAN, WYOMING – August 3, 2025 – BMW is pulling out all the stops at Monterey Car Week 2025, blending adrenaline-pumping performance with jaw-dropping design and cultural cachet. From the long-awaited North American premiere of the 2026 M2 CS to the global debut of a rare 8 Series special edition, this year’s lineup is a high-octane tribute to driving passion — with a brushstroke of art history.
A Bold Entrance: The 2026 BMW M2 CS Debuts in the U.S.
If there's one car BMW fans have been buzzing about, it's the 2026 M2 CS. Making its North American debut at Legends of the Autobahn®, this coupe is pure fire for driving purists.
Why it matters? The M2 CS is BMW’s smallest M car, but it punches way above its weight — think ultra-light chassis, track-honed tuning, and a design that screams “let’s go.” It’s the kind of car you park nose-out, just to admire it from your kitchen window.
Compared to the regular M2, the CS variant is expected to deliver sharper suspension, reduced weight, and a limited-production edge — all part of the formula that made past CS models instant collector items.
8 Series, Elevated: World Premiere of a Special Edition Model
Also turning heads is the world premiere of a new limited edition 8 Series. BMW hasn’t revealed the name yet, but if past exclusives like the Golden Thunder Edition are any indication, expect a cocktail of rare paint, tailored interior trims, and performance upgrades.
This 8 Series isn’t just for show. It reflects BMW’s ability to blend ultra-luxury with long-distance GT performance — a direct rival to high-end entries from Mercedes-AMG and even Bentley. In a world of electric minimalism, the 8 Series remains unapologetically grand.
Art You Can Hear: BMW Art Cars at Pebble Beach
Monterey Car Week isn’t just about speed — it’s also about style, and BMW is celebrating 50 years of Art Cars in spectacular fashion. At the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance®, visitors will get a rare up-close look at works by two giants:
- Andy Warhol’s BMW M1 (1979): Painted in just 23 minutes, Warhol’s riot of colors still captures the motion and emotion of motorsport like no other.
- Julie Mehretu’s BMW M Hybrid V8 (2023): A dynamic canvas of layered lines and architectural chaos, reflecting the complexity of today’s global urban life.
These aren’t just museum pieces — they were built to race. And seeing them on the lawn at Pebble is like spotting a unicorn in the wild.
Legacy in Motion: 50 Years of the BMW 3 Series
Rounding out BMW’s Monterey lineup is a nostalgic but no less thrilling tribute to the BMW 3 Series. At the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, historic race-prepped 3ers will scream around WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, celebrating five decades of evolution — from the boxy E21 to the turbocharged beasts of today.
What’s special here is the living timeline on track: you’re not just looking at classic cars; you’re hearing and feeling the evolution of one of the most influential sport sedans ever made.
Quick Hit: Why You Should Care Even If You’re Not in Monterey
- Collectors & Car Lovers: The M2 CS and special edition 8 Series are future classics in the making — and they won’t be around forever.
- Art Enthusiasts: Warhol and Mehretu’s rolling canvases blur the line between gallery and garage.
- Design Junkies: The fusion of sculptural beauty and racing engineering is peak BMW.
- Soundtrack Fans: Nothing beats the real-world acoustics of heritage BMW engines thundering through Laguna Seca’s corkscrew.
Mini Comparison: M2 CS vs. M4 CSL
Conclusion: The BMW Experience is More Than a Car
Monterey Car Week 2025 is more than just a collection of chrome and horsepower — it’s BMW’s statement that driving can still be an art form, an adrenaline rush, and a cultural event all at once. Whether you’re admiring from afar or walking the lawn, this is one moment where motorsport, luxury, and imagination meet in the most exhilarating way.
Learn more at www.BMWUSA.com.