2002 BMW Z8 Roadster

5.0-Liter M-Power 32-Valve V8 Engine
Bosch Motronic Fuel Injection
400bhp at 6,600rpm
6-Speed Manual Transmission
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes

*Meticulously preserved example with less than 8,600 miles and just one owner from new
*Desirable M-Power, 6-Speed manual Z8 in Stealth Jet Black on Black livery
*Offered with factory hard top, accessories and complete service history
*A timeless and powerful BMW collector car with delicate aluminum bodywork

THE BMW Z8

'That this new car, the Z8, is scorchingly fast comes as no surprise. It employs the potent 400-hp M5 powertrain, which endows the M5 sedan with the acceleration of a Corvette. Weighing about 500 pounds less than the two-ton M5, the Z8's performance is beyond question.' – Car & Driver.

In 1956, BMW released the 507, a stunning two-seat Roadster that delivered exhilarating performance, luxury, and rarity, which remains one of the most coveted BMW models ever produced. At the 1997 Tokyo Auto Show, BMW displayed a stylish retro-inspired concept car, the Z07. The Henrik Fisker-designed concept was initially intended to merely exist as a sole concept, however the incredible reception and overwhelmingly positive acclaim spurred the decision to put it into limited serial production in 1999.

The resulting Z8 remained remarkably faithful to the Z07 concept, with the 507-like twin-nostril front grille and distinctive front-wing vents. A period-style interior had been one of the Z07's most remarked upon features, and that too made it into the Z8, including a banjo-style steering wheel. The sleek and taught bodywork was all wrought in aluminum, as was the space-frame chassis. The 4,941cc V8 engine was aluminum as well, a 400-horsepower power-plant that motivates this lithe roadster to 60mph in a scant 4.2 seconds. Needless to say, the Z8 was fitted with all the luxury appointments befitting a flagship model: traction control, stability control, front and side air bags, GPS navigation, climate control and power operation of the seats, steering wheel and convertible top.

Along with being a stunning, hand built limited-production roadster, BMW further enhanced the Z8's appeal to collectors by announcing that a 50-year stockpile of Z8 parts would be maintained. Despite a hefty launch price, initial demand was so high that a bidding war broke out, with many Z8s selling for well in excess of MSRP. By the time production ceased in 2003, 5,703 of these fabulous cars had been built.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This stunning BMW Z8 Roadster was completed at BMW's impressive Munich-based manufacturing facility as a US market car during April of 2002. The new BMW Roadster would enter the US through Newark, NJ, and the first and sole owner - a New Hampshire-based enthusiast - would soon after take delivery, and has since taken meticulously good care of the desirable Z8 Roadster while driving it less than 8,600 miles since new.

Today this Z8 Roadster is beautifully presented in its original color of Jet Black over the original Black Nappa Leather. The Z8 retains its factory-delivered hard top and hard top stand, along with many other factory accessories. The aluminum bodywork retains its factory applied paintwork, and no accidents or mishaps are reported or apparent. The body panels are arrow straight and the paintwork is beautiful, emblematic of single and devoted ownership since new, and the interior shows extremely well, with hardly any signs of use. The Carfax report on file has recorded consistent mileage readings, and the impressive history file shows service and maintenance carried out at authorized BMW service centers, in addition to a recent installment of new tires.

This particular Z8 is a great opportunity to acquire single-owner, low mileage, meticulously maintained example of BMW's retro-modern Roadster, complete with its factory hard top, factory accessories, tools, wind deflector and car cover. As one of the most exhilarating and bespoke sports cars to ever come out of the BMW factory, these powerful, stick-shift, aluminum-bodied now classic and highly collectible BMWs are prone to continue their appreciation among car collectors around the world. Holding true to their motorsport roots, BMW only gave this car the ideal driving experience, consisting of 3-pedals connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox, powered by the potent M-Power V8 engine.