Several things can be said about the BMW Z8 series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The eight-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

2001 BMW Z8 Base Specs

Standard equipment in the Z8 for 2000 and 2001 includes the 5.0 liter engine by BMW, weighing in at 8 cylinders and thirty two valves. A 6-speed Standard Transmission puts the power of the engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the Z8.

The fuel system for the 2001 Z8 is a Siemens MS system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

The Z8 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Z8 Base are 72.00 inches wide by 173.20 inches long. It sits 51.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 98.60 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2001 (MSRP) was $128,000, with a dealer invoice cost of $115,360. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.

There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.

Fuel Efficiency

The Z8 Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of thirteen in-city driving and twenty one when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

Parting Shots

The 2001 model year was very successful for the BMW Z8. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Tags: 2-Door, Base, BMW Z8, Convertible, United States market

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