11:00 17-04-2026

Bovensiepen launches new automotive structure and Zagato project

Following BMW's acquisition of the ALPINA brand, the Bovensiepen family is embarking on a new chapter by establishing their own automotive structure. The heart of this project remains Buchloe—the location where unique BMW versions have been crafted for decades.

A New Structure Replaces ALPINA

The Bovensiepen company has been reorganized into five key divisions: automobile production, engineering services, BMW service, vehicle sales, and the supply of original spare parts.

This approach allows the company to retain the expertise accumulated over years of working with ALPINA while simultaneously expanding the business beyond niche models.

The First Project: Bovensiepen Zagato

Leading this new era will be the Bovensiepen Zagato—a limited-production grand tourer with 611 horsepower. The car is built with extensive use of carbon fiber and is assembled by hand, requiring over 250 hours per vehicle. Production is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, making this model a cornerstone of the new strategy.

Collaboration with BMW and Business Development

Despite the sale of the ALPINA brand, Bovensiepen will continue its collaboration with BMW, including engineering projects and service maintenance. The company is also developing a certified vehicle division and expanding its parts logistics. This ensures business stability and leverages the existing customer base.

The ALPINA story isn't over—it has simply taken on a new form. Bovensiepen is betting on its own brand and bespoke projects, maintaining a key advantage: deep expertise in creating premium vehicles based on BMW platforms.