Description
This 2003 BMW Alpina Roadster V8 is #397 of 555 examples produced and is powered by an Alpina-tuned 4.8-liter V8 paired with a five-speed Switch-Tronic automatic transmission. It is finished in Jet Black over Crema and black Nappa leather and features a color-matched removable hardtop, a black soft top, staggered-width 20″ Ronal wheels, xenon headlights, heated power-adjustable sport seats, a six-disc CD changer, a Harman Kardon sound system, navigation, and air conditioning.
The Henrik Fisker-designed Z8 drew inspiration from the 507 roadster of the 1950s and features aluminum body panels over an aluminum spaceframe. The Alpina Roadster was produced for the 2003 model year after standard Z8 production ended. This example is finished in Jet Black 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, painted mirror caps, dual exhaust outlets, and neon taillights and turn indicators.
Staggered-width 20″ Ronal wheels are wrapped with 255/35 front and 285/30 rear Pirelli P Zero tires reportedly mounted in 2020. The four-wheel disc brake system is equipped with Dynamic Brake Control (DBC), and the Alpina model received a softer suspension as compared to the standard Z8. Additional features include Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and All-Season Traction (ASC).
The cabin features Crema and black Nappa leather upholstery that extends from the heated power-adjustable sport 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. A plaque mounted between the seats denotes this Alpina Roadster as chassis #397 of 555 in the series. The headliner upholstery is sagging.
