Auto loans: 2003 BMW Z8
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 15.7 L/100 km combined (EPA). 0 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 15.7 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 0
For sale
We do not have a 2003 BMW Z8 for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2003 BMW Z8 specs
| Engine | 4.9L 8-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 19.6 L/100 km |
| Highway | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 15.7 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 368 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $27.48 |
2003 BMW Z8: every figure
| Displacement | 4.9 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 19 |
| MPG combined (US) | 15 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 18 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$5,500 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $5,496 |
| Dimension | Z8 Roadster 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Length | 4.40 m (173 in) |
| Width | 1.83 m (72 in) |
| Height | 1.32 m (52 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.50 m (98 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,615 kg (3,560 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2003 BMW Z8
- NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
- No owner complaints are on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2003 BMW Z8 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2003 BMW Z8 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Buying the 2003 BMW Z8 is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.
What the figures tell you
Its powertrain is the 4.9L 8-cylinder with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
A combined rating of 15.7 L/100 km works out to about 47 litres per 300 km. At our price setting, driving 100 km costs about $27.48, and a 300 km weekend about $82.44. The EPA estimates US$5,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
Best uses
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Living with the Z8
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second. It is 4.40 m from end to end. It fits most condo and driveway spots.
A longer test drive
If the Z8 is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Drive the Z8 on your commute before you commit to it. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car.
Year and trim
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Running costs
Premium gas adds to the running cost compared with a car on regular. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. The EPA estimates US$5,500 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Send a request
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2003 BMW Z8 from us first.
Ask us about the 2003 BMW Z8
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2003 BMW Z8 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2003 BMW Z8
Does CarmaCars sell the 2003 BMW Z8?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2003 BMW Z8 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2003 BMW Z8 have recalls?
NHTSA lists no recall campaign for this model year.
What does the 2003 BMW Z8 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$5,500 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $5496.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.