BMW Z8
A modern masterpiece channelling the spirit of the legendary 507.
- Power
- 400 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.2 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $170k–$300k
About the BMW Z8
Designed by Henrik Fisker as a tribute to the iconic 507, the BMW Z8 is a hand-finished masterpiece featuring an all-aluminium spaceframe and body. It shares the high-revving S62 V8 engine and six-speed manual gearbox with the E39 M5, delivering a visceral driving experience that famously outperformed the Ferrari 360 Modena in contemporary tests. The interior is a study in retro-minimalism, featuring a body-coloured dashboard and centrally mounted gauges to keep the driver's view of the road unobstructed. With only 5,703 units produced, it has transitioned from a halo performance car into a blue-chip collector staple.
BMW Z8 specs
The BMW Z8 produces 400 bhp (298 kW) and 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | BMW |
|---|---|
| Model | Z8 |
| Trim | Z8 |
| Years | 2000–2003 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Roadster |
| Country | Germany |
| Production | About 5,703 built |
| Original price | About $128,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.9-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,941 cc (4.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 400 bhp (298 kW) at 6,600 rpm |
| Torque | 500 Nm (369 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.2 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,585 kg (3,494 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 252 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a BMW Z8 worth?
A typical BMW Z8 is estimated to be worth $170,000 – $300,000 (about £127,000 – £224,000).
Its original price when new was about $128,000.
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
BMW Z8 rarity in CarSpot
The BMW Z8 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 77 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 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.
BMW Z8 fun facts
- The Z8's rear lights and indicators use neon tubes, which were designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle and activate faster than traditional bulbs.
- BMW famously promised to maintain a 50-year stockpile of spare parts for the Z8 to ensure the limited-run car could be kept on the road indefinitely.
- The car gained global fame as James Bond's ride in 'The World Is Not Enough', though the film car was actually a replica built on a custom chassis.
