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The low-production BMW Z8 Roadster was built in homage of the 507 styled by Count Albrecht Goetz in the late 1950s. The Z8 came equipped with the same 395 horsepower overhead-cam V8 engine and six-speed manual transmission found in the M5 sedan. Alpina took this special vehicle even further, adding their unique flare and improvements to make the impressive Z8 even more desirable and rare. Alpina first contemplated fitting the V-12 from the BMW 7-Series, but it proved too large. Instead, they opted for the E39 alloy V8 from the 540i and increased its displacement to 4.8 liters. This engine offered slightly less horsepower, but more torque. The engine was mated to BMW's five-speed Steptronic automatic transmission. The aluminum alloy body shell and chassis were produced at BMW's Dingolfing factory. The new engine with its hand-matched pistons, connecting rods, and polished ports were assembled at Buchloe. The Munich factory handled the powertrain and chassis assembly.
A total of 555 Alpina variants were built, each fitted with a specially numbered plaque located between the seats.
This particular BMW Alpina V8 Roadster is serial number 141 of the 555 produced. It is finished in black paint over a red and black leather interior. It is one of 46 examples finished in that combination for the United States market. Currently the car has 736 miles on its odometer and the factory's plastic protective film still covers the carpeting.
This BMW is equipped with a power folding top, power brakes with ABS, power steering, six-way electric seats, climate control, self-leveling Xenon headlamps, a high-end stereo with remote CD changer, navigation and satellite communication system, stability control, and a security system. It has its original factory tool roll, owner's manuals, spare keys, battery charger, first aid kit, tonneau cover, and front license plate bracket, as well as the original factory hardtop.
The BMW Alpina V8 Roadster made its debut just as production of the standard Z8 was coming to a close.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2019
A total of 555 Alpina variants were built, each fitted with a specially numbered plaque located between the seats.
This particular BMW Alpina V8 Roadster is serial number 141 of the 555 produced. It is finished in black paint over a red and black leather interior. It is one of 46 examples finished in that combination for the United States market. Currently the car has 736 miles on its odometer and the factory's plastic protective film still covers the carpeting.
This BMW is equipped with a power folding top, power brakes with ABS, power steering, six-way electric seats, climate control, self-leveling Xenon headlamps, a high-end stereo with remote CD changer, navigation and satellite communication system, stability control, and a security system. It has its original factory tool roll, owner's manuals, spare keys, battery charger, first aid kit, tonneau cover, and front license plate bracket, as well as the original factory hardtop.
The BMW Alpina V8 Roadster made its debut just as production of the standard Z8 was coming to a close.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2019
2018 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $275,000-USD $350,000
Sale Price :
USD $401,000
2003 Alpina V8 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the BMW V8
(Data based on Model Year 2003 sales)
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13413AH62341 Sold for USD$368,000 2024 Broad Arrow Auctions : Amelia | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13423AH62042 Sold for USD$258,738 2023 RM Sothebys : The Carrera Collection | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13473AH62506 Sold for USD$229,600 2022 RM Sothebys : The Youngtimer Collection - Miami | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ134X3AH62516 Sold for USD$298,169 2022 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
2003 BMW ALPINA V8 ROADSTER Chassis#: WBAEJ134X3AH62421 Sold for USD$224,000 2022 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13443AH62057 Sold for USD$335,000 2021 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13453AH62245 Sold for USD$387,898 2021 RM Sothebys : Paris | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13443AH62320 Sold for USD$247,500 2020 RM Sothebys : Shift/Monterey | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13423AH62185 Sold for USD$159,500 2020 RM Sothebys : Palm Beach Online | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13443AH62320 Sold for USD$252,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13403AH62184 Sold for USD$143,360 2019 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Chassis#: WBAEJ13453AH62181 Sold for USD$246,400 2019 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale Arizona | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13413AH62209 Sold for USD$401,000 2018 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13423AH62395 Sold for USD$165,200 2018 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale, Az. | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13423AH62283 Sold for USD$203,500 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13413AH62520 Sold for USD$233,750 2017 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Pacific Grove Auction | |
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster Sold for USD$180,000 2017 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
2003 BMW Z8 ALPINA CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: WBAEJ13433AH62308 Sold for USD$177,100 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WBAEJ13473AH62392 Sold for USD$275,000 2017 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | |
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina V8 Roadster Chassis#: WAPBA48003GF50075 Sold for USD$339,623 2016 Bonhams : The Goodwood Festival of Speed Sale |
BMW V8s That Failed To Sell At Auction
2003 Alpina V8's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2003 BMW Z8 ALPINA V8 ROADSTER | WBAEJ13403AH62072 | 2021 Bonhams : Goodwood Revival : Collectors Motor Cars and Automobilia | $200,000 | $250,000 | |
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster | WBAEJ13463AH62092 | 2020 Gooding & Company : Amelia Island | $450,000 | $500,000 | |
2003 BMW B10 ALPINA V8S | 2019 Coys Thoroughbred & Vintage at Fontwell House | $16,000 | $20,000 | ||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Convertible | 2019 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale | ||||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Convertible | 2018 Russo & Steele : Monterey | ||||
2003 BMW Alpina V8 Roadster | WBAEJ13413AH62291 | 2018 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale, Az. | $275,000 | $325,000 | |
2003 BMW ALPINA V8 ROADSTER | WBAEJ13463AH62514 | 2018 Bonhams : Scottsdale | $220,000 | $260,000 | |
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $100,000 | |||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina | 2017 Leake Auction : Dallas Fall | $175,000 | |||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster | 2017 Mecum : Las Vegas | $150,000 | |||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina | WBAEJ13473AH62263 | 2017 Mecum : Monterey | $205,000 | ||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina | WBAEJ13423AH62316 | 2017 RM Sothebys : Santa Monica | $215,000 | $245,000 | |
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster | 2017 Mecum : Houston | $205,000 | |||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina | WBAEJ13483AH62126 | 2016 The Finest : Aspen | $295,000 | $320,000 | |
2003 BMW Z8 ALPINA ROADSTER | 2016 Mecum Houston | $225,000 | |||
2003 BMW Z8 Alpina Roadster | 267/555 | 2016 Amelia Island Select : Hollywood Wheels | |||
2003 MBW Z8o ROADSTER | 2010 McCormick's Auction #49 Palm Springs, CA | $100,000 |
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