Some people collect works of art. Others drive them.

Uncompromisingly high performance has never looked so good. The BMW M6 Convertible, a sublime blend of motorsports DNA and sheer exclusivity creates a sports car of irresistible style turning any journey into an enthralling experience.

Connoisseurs can always recognise extraordinary qualities that mark something out as unique, whether it's a painting, a diamond or rare champagne. It's the same with a car. The BMW M6 Convertible conveys an aura of exclusivity underscored by uncompromised dynamic potential. It's all the more apparent when you lower the roof - the sensory experience suddenly steps up to another level. It's an extraordinary moment. And then you realise that you're sitting in a car where extraordinary moments are perfectly normal.

Formidable performance is available whenever you feel the need. The BMW M6 Convertible signals as much from the moment you first set eyes on it as it exudes confidence, strength and exclusivity. The broad wheel arches and M exterior mirrors exert real presence with four stainless steel tailpipes striking a vibrant final note. Such dynamic potential is irresistible, even at a standstill. Pure power - embodied in an enthralling design.

Wherever your journey takes you, in the BMW M6 Convertible you enjoy first-class accommodation. With an interior that offers everything you could hope for in a luxury 2+2 convertible - surrounding you with luxuriant materials and a meticulous quality of finish.

The door inserts and armrest in finest Merino leather underline the car's unique character, while the instrument panel and centre console instil an ambience for even the most contemptuous of eyes to feast on.

But this is not just a treat for the eyes. The M leather steering wheel with SMG shift paddles promises unparalleled driving pleasure, while the bolstered M seats offer total support through rapid bends.

Throughout every drive, superb ergonomic design makes controlling the BMW M6 Convertible feel like second nature. For example, the MDrive Manager built into iDrive gives you push-button access to preconfigured controls via the steering wheel - from your preferred SMG Drivelogic program to EDC damper settings.

Our approach to ergonomics follows an important principle: focus on the essential. Enabling you to focus on the essence of the BMW M6 Convertible: luxury, dynamics and the sheer delight of driving in the sun.

There is no finer place under the sun than the driver's seat of the BMW M6 Convertible. Savour the warm wind in your hair, the scent of the ocean in the air - freedom in its most sensual form. Even a sudden change in the weather does nothing to harm your sense of style - the elegant fin roof closes shut in a mere matter of seconds. Either way, there is no more spectacular route to the sun than the BMW M6 Convertible.

The sporting intent of the BMW M6 Convertible is unmistakable. One single flex of an ankle elicits the inspiring, hard-edged beat of motorsport technology. The BMW M6 Convertible's normally aspirated 5.0-litre V10 is everything it knows about the road car. So this advanced 373kW (507hp) V10 delivers acceleration that surges all the way to a heady 8,250rpm red line crescendo. There's no need to interrupt the flow of the soundtrack either, because the seven-speed SMG Drivelogic changes gear at astonishing speed. Just as in a grand prix car, you don't even have to lift your foot from the accelerator. And if you think that sounds enticing, wait till you hear the V10 engine.

Charismatic beauty and awesome power rarely collaborate with such dramatic, lasting effect. This is what lies behind the exclusivity if the BMW M6 Convertible. No soft-top BMW is faster from standstill. It surges to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds. Advanced engineering and sheer athletic agility distil mile after mile into pure exhilaration. Few cars at this level have road presence like it. The bodywork expresses unique confidence, muscularity and grace. The craftsmanship in its exquisite cabin underlines the depth of the quality on offer with this car - in every way. The BMW M6 Convertible embodies grand touring luxury and supercar performance, underpinned by M's racing heritage and technology developed from BMW's know-how from Formula One. There are cars that corner with surety and precision, cars that draw on deep reserves of pulling power, but the BMW M6 Convertible raises it all to a more rewarding, finely honed experience. It's the difference between travelling first class - and driving it.

This kind of power reaps rewards. Never before had a single power unit won the world's most prestigious engine prize, the Engine of the Year Award, in two successive years. Something the engine of the BMW M6 achieved when it was voted International Engine of the Year 2006 by a jury of 60 top motoring journalists. In addition to this top prize, the V10 high-performance power unit also won Best Performance Engine and the award for the over 4-litre class.