2000 BMW Z8

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Inspired by the timeless Albrecht von Goertz-designed 507 of 1956, BMW's Z8 model of some four decades later represents both a worthy successor to its illustrious forebear and arguably a pinnacle of retro-inspired car design. Featuring a bespoke aluminum chassis clad in a svelte two-seat roadster body of similar material, the Z8 was powered by the same “S62” 4.9-liter V8 engine as the contemporary E39 M5; a unit appropriately sharing the same basic architecture as its 1950s counterpart, albeit with almost two liters of engine capacity.

The M5 powerplant afforded generous power and torque figures of 394 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque respectively which, when allied to the Z8's comparatively modest weight of 3,494 pounds, enabled it to accelerate from rest to 60 mph in just over four seconds, en route to an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph. Near-perfect weight distribution and an ultra-stiff stressed skin chassis ensured that the car's dynamic capabilities matched expectations; Car and Driver magazine noted that the car enjoyed superior acceleration, braking, and handling to the hitherto class-leading Ferrari 360 Modena. Styling of the car was entrusted to highly-rated Danish designer Henrik Fisker, who had previously been involved with the design of the original E30 M3 and the Z8's immediate predecessor, the Z07 concept car. Historic references and deft design touches abounded on his new charge; the car's heavily sculpted body-color dashboard and BMW-badged front fender vents being but two areas noticeably redolent of the 507.

This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.

9 knockouts from the George Foreman collection

Highlights

• Offered from The George Foreman Collection

• A single-owner example retained by George Foreman since new

• Offered with just 4,659 miles

• One of just 37 finished in Topaz Blue Metallic over a Crema/Black interior, one of the rarest color combinations produced

• All-aluminum spaceframe with aluminum body panels

• Powered by a 5.0-liter aluminum block V8 producing 394 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque at 3,800 rpm

• Six-speed manual transmission

• Zero to 60 in “under 5.0” seconds with a top speed of 155 mph (electronically limited)

• Full Nappa leather interior including but not limited to: seats, door trim, upper and lower dashboard, and steering wheel

• Fully automatic soft top

• Harman Kardon audio system

• Full three-stage paint correction, detail, hard top headliner replacement, and battery replacement conducted by Dr. D’Tail in January 2020 at a cost of $2,446

• New fuel pump assembly, fuel filter, fuel sensor unit, and headlight washer caps installed in November 2023 installed by BMW Houston North at a cost of $5,174.41

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report

Features

• Double VANOS variable valve timing

• 50/50 weight distribution

• Dynamic throttle control

• 18 inch light alloy wheels

• Xenon low-beam headlights

• Body-colored instrument panel, lower door panels, center console, and steering wheel cap

• Electronic cruise control

• Four-wheel ventilated disc brakes with ABS

• Electric sport seats

• Power telescoping steering column

• Heated seats

• Electronically adjustable, heated, chrome side mirrors

• “Start engine” button

• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

• Rollover protection bars

• Six-disc CD changer

Known Imperfections

• Please note that the vehicles in The George Foreman Collection have been in long-term static storage and will benefit from additional mechanical attention prior to being driven. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo galleries of each lot. All lots are sold as is, where is, and bidders are responsible for any desired diligence before placing a bid.

• Corrosion of the interior and exterior brightwork

• Door sill kick plate scuffs

• Paint chips on the left-rear corner of the hardtop

• Small paint chip on the passenger door

• Driver’s seat back panel detached 

• Driver’s door storage compartment lid is detached

• Soft top headliner is loose

• Soft top rear window is aged and faded

Included

• Body-colored hard top

• Two keys

• Serilized BMW Z8 coffee table book

• Crema and black leather covers

• Hard top tool

Ownership History

Completed in Munich, Germany in April 2000, this rare Topaz Blue BMW has been under the care of The George Foreman Collection from new. It features a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report and a scant 4,659 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Car Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner for this vehicle.

Contact: Cason Vogel Phone: 904.504.7848 email: cvogel@hagerty.com