In the USA, a rare 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina roadster was sold at auction for $409,750. This is more than some modern supercars cost. The high price is explained by the car’s exceptional condition and its limited status. This is reported by Focus.
The Condition of the $400,000 BMW Z8 Alpina
The car has become a true “time capsule.” Over 23 years, the BMW Z8 Alpina’s mileage amounted to only 1,079 km. The roadster had one owner who kept it in a private collection and practically never used it. The car has been preserved in perfect condition, both externally and in the interior, and it still has its original factory tires installed.
The BMW Z8 in Alpina specification is an extremely rare version of the model. Only 555 such cars were produced in total, and the sold example has serial number 388. Along with the car, the buyer received a full set of original documents, keys, and even the original Motorola car phone in its factory packaging.
Visually, the Alpina differs from the standard Z8 with special 20-inch alloy wheels and a two-tone interior in red and black leather.
BMW Z8 Alpina: Technical Specifications of the Rare Roadster
Under the hood, the BMW Z8 Alpina is equipped with a 4.8-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine producing 375 horsepower, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, and its top speed reaches 260 km/h.