Brabus has unveiled the Bodo Cabriolet, expanding its limited-edition lineup with an open-top variant of the dramatic Bodo Coupe. The convertible retains the coupe's striking custom bodywork while adding the practicality and driving experience of a drop-top configuration.
The Bodo Cabriolet uses the same bespoke carbon fiber and composite body panels as its hardtop sibling, layered atop Aston Martin Vanquish underpinnings. This partnership gives Brabus access to Aston's twin-turbocharged 5.2-liter V12 engine, which produces 715 horsepower and 774 pound-feet of torque in standard Vanquish form. The powertrain channels through an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive layout.
Brabus has been selective about visual details. The cabriolet retains the coupe's aggressive front fascia, with a redesigned grille, new air intakes, and prominent splitter. The side profile showcases flared fenders and extended sill panels. At the rear, Brabus kept the custom three-piece rear wing and revised bumper with integrated diffuser. The removable soft top is cloth and retracts into the deck with minimal intrusion on trunk space.
The tuning house has not confirmed engine modifications for the cabriolet variant, though previous Brabus collaborations with Aston Martin have typically included power bumps. The Bodo name draws from Brabus founder Bodo Buschmann, who founded the German tuner in 1977 and has become synonymous with high-performance Mercedes customization.
This move positions Brabus as an increasingly serious contender in the ultra-luxury bespoke segment. The company has gradually moved beyond its Mercedes roots, partnering with Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, and Ferrari on limited-run models. Each Bodo Cabriolet will be handbuilt, with production numbers not disclosed but expected to remain extremely low.
The cabriolet addresses a real gap in the market. Collectors seeking Vanquish-powered open-top vehicles have limited factory options. Aston Martin dropped the Vanquish Volante years ago, and the automaker has focused its convertible efforts on the smaller Vantage Roadster. This leaves room for a bespoke operator like Brabus to command premium pricing by offering Vanquish performance in a tailored, show-stopping package.
Pricing and availability remain unconfirmed, but Brabus builds typically command six-figure premiums over donor vehicles. Expect the Bodo Cabriolet to start well above the Vanquish's approximate $1 million entry point.
The cabriolet underscores a broader trend in ultra-luxury cars. As mainstream brands push toward electrification and autonomous technology, the last bastions of traditional performance are shifting toward bespoke customization and limited production. Buyers with sufficient budget increasingly prefer one-off creations to mass-produced models, even luxury ones.
Brabus has timed this release smartly. The bespoke market remains hot. Ferrari's Tailor Made and Rolls-Royce's customization programs continue to thrive. Aston Martin itself has expanded its Q by Aston Martin personalization service. In this environment, Brabus positions the Bodo Cabriolet as an alternative for collectors unwilling to wait months for factory customization and preferring the technical expertise of an independent tuner known for reliability and engineering rigor.