Bovensiepen Zagato

From “Alpina” to “Bovensiepen”

The name Bovensiepen comes from Burkard Bovensiepen, who founded Alpina. The business is now led by his sons, Florian and Andreas Bovensiepen, who have now founded a new car brand: Bovensiepen.

In March 2022, Alpina Burkardt Bovensiepen GmbH and BMW AG signed a trademark purchase agreement for the Alpina brand to ensure the long-term survival of the brand. Following this decision, the long-term cooperation between BMW AG and Alpina will end on December 31, 2025, and the “Alpina” trademark will thereafter be owned by BMW AG.

Now, the Bovensiepen family, which has been producing high-tech and excellently designed products as Alpina for decades, has entered into a collaborative relationship with Zagato, known for its high level of craftsmanship, to create the Gran Turismo “Bovensiepen Zagato,” a perfect fusion of German engineering and Italian design sensibilities.

Commenting on the launch of the new brand, Andreas Bovensiepen, CEO of Bovensiepen Automobile, said: “Our target was to create cars for enthusiasts who appreciate the perfect symbiosis of design and technology.”

Adopts Zagato’s traditional double bubble roof

The Bovensiepen Zagato, which was unveiled at the Fuori Concorso, is not just a fusion of Italian design and German technology, but also expresses the strong connection between Bavaria and Milan, where the two companies are based. The exterior design, including its elegant proportions, is unmistakably a reflection of Zagato’s heritage.

Many sophisticated details have been introduced, including Zagato’s signature double bubble roof, long nose, sculpted volumes, stainless steel front grille, elegant pillarless windows, integrated rear spoiler, and aerodynamic air outlets.

Norihiko Harada, chief designer at Zagato, explains the Bovensiepen Zagato as follows:

“The Bovensiepen Zagato combines the sensual and soft design of Italy with the architectural strength of Germany. In a sense, it’s a beautiful fusion of two automotive cultures.”

Equipped with a 3.0-liter inline-6 ​​engine that produces a maximum output of 611 PS

The 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine delivers a maximum output of 449 kW (611 PS) and a maximum torque of 700 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and has a top speed of over 300 km/h. Its outstanding power and torque characteristics have been honed through rigorous testing on the Bavarian test benches as well as thousands of kilometers of real-world testing.

The interior can be personalized down to the smallest detail. Each vehicle is individually crafted in the factory’s manufactory in Buchloe, Bavaria, Germany. Each vehicle takes more than 250 hours of skilled craftsmanship and incorporates more than 400 custom parts. First deliveries are scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026.

Zagato Chairman Andrea Michele Zagato commented on Bovensiepen Zagato:

“The art of coachbuilding was born in Milan more than 500 years ago. Atelier Zagato has been collaborating with renowned automotive brands for 106 years. We are incredibly proud to be designing the first car for this new brand. Our project with the Bovensiepen family continues our tradition of combining Zagato DNA with that of new and exciting brands. The Bovensiepen Zagato has become something truly special.”

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