BMW shows off luxury mini-yacht fit for a Bond villain at Cannes Film Festival
BMW has revealed a swanky new mini-yacht that looks like something a Bond villain would use as a getaway vehicle.
The luxury motoring giant showed off the elite vehicle at one of the world's biggest star-studded events.
It took to the waters of the southern French coast during the Cannes Film Festival this week.
The Icon, as it's aptly named, has its own soundtrack composed by none other than Hollywood royalty Hans Zimmer.
The 65-year-old's work spans from Gladiator and Dune, to The Lion King and Top Gun: Maverick.
His tunes in the yacht include the drive system sound note and intentional function tones.
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And the 32-inch 6K touch screen can even be controlled with your voice.
Inside you'll find plush 360 degree rotating chairs.
The fully electric concept was devised by BMW in collaboration with TYDE.
It has a top speed of 30 knots, which is about 34 miles per hour.
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And the glorious angled glass doors of the watercraft open to a lounge area with artistically designed furniture on a luxurious carpet that creates a kaleidoscope effect.
All in all, it measures just over 43 feet in length.
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