This BMW Z8 got away, but there are more like it here.

BaT Essentials

Seller: 1600veloce
Location: North Salem, New York 10560
Listing Details
  • Chassis: WBAEJ13463AH62044
  • 17k Miles
  • 4.9-Liter V8
  • Six-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Jet Black Paint
  • Black Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black Soft Top
  • 18” Split-Spoke Wheels
  • Xenon Headlights
  • Color-Matched Removable Hardtop
  • Heated Power-Adjustable Sport Seats
  • Air Conditioning
  • Navigation
  • Harman Kardon Sound System w/ Six-Disc CD Changer
  • Window Sticker
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0
Lot #97373


This 2003 BMW Z8 was first delivered to Bill Pierce BMW in Reno, Nevada, and it spent time in the care of its original owner until it was sold on BaT in July 2022 prior to its acquisition by the selling dealer. The car is powered by a 4.9-liter V8 paired with a six-speed manual transmission. It is finished in Jet Black over black Nappa leather and features a color-matched removable hardtop, a black soft top, 18” split-spoke wheels, xenon headlights, heated power-adjustable sport seats, a six-disc CD changer, a Harman Kardon sound system, navigation, and air conditioning. This Z8 has 17k miles and is now offered in by the selling dealer in New York with a window sticker, the owner’s manual, a car cover, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Connecticut title.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The Z8 features bodywork designed by Henrik Fisker with inspiration from the BMW 507 roadster, and the aluminum body panels are mounted over an aluminum spaceframe. This example is finished in Jet Black (668) and features a color-matched removable hardtop and a black soft top. Additional equipment includes xenon headlights with washers, front fender air extractors with BMW roundels, polished mirror caps, dual exhaust outlets, and neon taillights and turn indicators. The rocker panels have been refinished. Photos showing paint meter readings are included in the gallery.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The 18” split-spoke wheels are mounted with Bridgestone Potenza RE040 tires. The four-wheel disc brake system is equipped with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), and additional features include Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and All-Season Traction (ASC).

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The cabin features black Nappa leather upholstery that extends from the heated power-adjustable seats to the dashboard, center console, and door panels. Amenities include a six-disc CD changer, navigation, a Harman Kardon sound system, leather-wrapped roll hoops, air conditioning, and cruise control.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The banjo-spoke steering wheel features silver trim within a leather-wrapped rim. Centrally mounted instrumentation includes a 155-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer with an integrated analog clock, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates 17k miles.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The 4.9-liter S62 V8 was shared with the contemporary E39 M5 and features double-VANOS variable valve timing for a factory-rated output of 394 horsepower and 368 lb-ft torque. Fluids services were performed in preparation for the sale.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. Additional photographs of the underside are shown in the gallery below.

17k-Mile 2003 BMW Z8

The window sticker lists initial delivery to Bill Pierce BMW in Reno, Nevada, as well as factory equipment, colors, and a total price of $134,295.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or damage and lists registration history in Nevada and Connecticut.

Road Tests

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $215,000 by DaveyGoy
Auction Ended February 2, 2023 at 12:54PM PT
Bids 24
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