2001 BMW Z8 Roadster

This Titanium Silver 2001 BMW Z8 has been enjoyed for just 16,027 miles , who bought it new. With its unique all-aluminum body and chassis, it combines timeless roadster design (inspired by BMW's own 507) and is packed with S62 V8 brawn from the company's famed E39 M5 super sedan. The seller purchased this Z8 new from Tulley BMW in Nashua, New Hampshire, in May of 2001 and is now selling it with the original window sticker that shows an MSRP of $130,745. The S62 engine displaces 4.9 liters and was developed by the experts at BMW M GmbH to produce 394 horsepower at 6,600 rpm and 368 lb-ft of torque at 3,800 rpm, making it one of the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 engines ever to come from the Bavarian automaker. The Getrag 420G six-speed manual gearbox was specific to this powertrain combination. - the transmission and clutch are original to the car and both perform flawlessly, as could be expected with the very low mileage. No mechanical issues are noted with this one-owner E52. With its signature long nose and short rear proportions, twin kidney grilles in front and curvaceous flanks for the true roadster look, there is never mistaking this Z8 roadster for anything else on the road. This Titanium Silver Metallic example keeps its original finish and according to the original owner, is said to be in excellent condition and presents as new. The projector-beam Xenon headlamps and neon-tube taillamps are said to be performing as intended. The seller attests that there is no history of accidents or damage present and has meticulously stored and cared for this Z8 roadster since new - The factory Black Leather interior features a two-toned design with silver painted bezels and trim on the instrument panel, center console and door panels. The supportive bucket seats show minimal wear and feature electric heating. The unique (at the time) push button start and tube-spoked steering wheel remain as installed at the factory and sit adjacent to the center-mounted instrument cluster that shows 16,027 miles on the digital odometer. No interior flaws are noted and the original owner relates that the interior presents as new. - The Z8's all-aluminum unibody features a MacPherson strut design in front and a multi-link rear suspension to positively locate the sizable allow wheels that measure 18 x 8 inches and 18 x 9 inches, front and back, respectively. Large 13.1- and 12.9-inch brake rotors match the overall 50/50 weight distribution and are said to be in perfect working order. The undercarriage photos provided show an all-but-new underbody and chassis that displays no evidence of corrosion and appears to corroborate the seller's claim of no use in wet or inclement weather. This Z8 roadster is said to retain all of its original components underneath, save for newer tires. The distinctive split-spoke wheels where Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 tires, sized 245/45ZR18 in front and 275/40ZR18 in the rear, that show minimal wear and have 2006 date codes. Certification from BMW of North America found the strut towers to be structurally sound and a reinforcement package was installed in 2007. Additional paperwork includes the original owner's manual portfolio, the factory window sticker, an original boxed, bound commemorative book given only to original Z8 purchasers, and original brochures for the model. A factory removable hardtop with fitted cover and stand is also included. This one-owner, well-preserved 2001 BMW Z8 roadster promises to remain an icon of BMW design and performance for generations to come.