# Instrument-Inspired Luxury Sedans The BMW Individual 7-Series Composition is for Pianists By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2010-11-15 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-individual-7-series-composition References: [motorauthority](http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1051507_bmw-individual-unveils-steinway-sons-inspired-7-series-composition) & [bmw](http://www.bmw.com/) The newly unveiled [BMW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop) Individual 7-Series Composition takes inspiration from Steinway & Sons pianos. A black-and-white motif connects the luxury sedan with piano keys, while Merino leather upholstery and an [Alcantara](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pinnacle) headliner ooze luxury. Even the wood trim on the interior got a piano varnish. See more images of the BMW Individual 7-Series Composition above, and read below for the special paint process that went into creating the deep sheen on the sedan's exterior. **Implications** - The entirely impressive BMW Individual 7-Seroes Composition features a smooth, sparkling body finish and an intricate multi-stage process. First, basic black and/or white paint is applied, then the body receives an additional three protective coats. Each layer is deftly and carefully smoothed and polished by hand, resulting in a silky surface quality befitting an upscale piano lacquer. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Instrument-inspired Design:** Exploring design elements and materials from musical instruments to create unique luxury products. - **Multi-stage Paint Process:** Using an intricate multi-stage process to achieve a deep and glossy finish on products. - **Handcrafted Luxury:** Emphasizing the art of handcrafting and attention to detail in luxury products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Automotive:** Applying instrument-inspired design to luxury sedans, creating unique and upscale automotive experiences. - **Interior Design:** Incorporating multi-stage paint processes into interior design projects, bringing a high-end and glossy aesthetic to spaces. - **Musical Instruments:** Exploring the use of piano varnish and other instrument-inspired materials in the creation of high-end musical instruments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chinese Culture Car Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bentley-mulliner-inspired-by-china.md) - [Grand Touring Automotive Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-speedtop.md) - [Dark-Themed Luxury Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Dark-Themed-Luxury-cars.md) - [Luxe Wood-Accented Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-amethyst-droptail.md) - [Bedazzled Sequin Luxe Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystique-allure.md) - [Dynamic Precision Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bmw-concept-skytop.md) - [Opulent Custom-Finish SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bentley.md) - [Style-Refined Luxury Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/phantom-series.md) - [Theatre-Equipped Electric Sedans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i7-xdrive60.md)