Ascari KZ1
A hand-built British supercar powered by a race-tuned BMW M5 heart.
- Power
- 500 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.7 s
- Top speed
- 200 mph
- Est. value
- $280k–$350k
About the Ascari KZ1
The Ascari KZ1 was named after the initials of the company's owner, Klaas Zwart, and was hand-built in Banbury, England. It features a carbon-fibre monocoque and a mid-mounted S62 V8 engine sourced from the BMW E39 M5, tuned to produce 500 bhp. The car was designed with a focus on purity, eschewing electronic driver aids in favour of a raw, mechanical driving experience. Despite its performance, the interior was surprisingly well-appointed with leather and aluminium, reflecting its high original price tag.
Ascari KZ1 specs
The Ascari KZ1 produces 500 bhp (373 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed of 200 mph (322 km/h).
| Make | Ascari |
|---|---|
| Model | KZ1 |
| Trim | 5.0 V8 |
| Years | 2003–2010 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 50 built |
| Engine | 5.0-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,941 cc (4.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 500 bhp (373 kW) at 7,000 rpm |
| Torque | 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.7 s |
| Top speed | 200 mph (322 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,330 kg (2,932 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 376 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Ascari KZ1 worth?
A typical Ascari KZ1 is estimated to be worth $280,000 – $350,000 (about £209,000 – £261,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ascari KZ1 rarity in CarSpot
The Ascari KZ1 is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ascari KZ1 fun facts
- Each Ascari KZ1 required 340 man-hours to build, with production strictly limited to just 50 units.
- The KZ1's headlights were actually sourced from the Peugeot 206, a common practice for low-volume supercar manufacturers to meet homologation.
- A race-specification version, the KZ1-R, successfully competed in the GT3 European Championship.