2003 BMW Z8 reviews and buying guide.
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2003 BMW Z8
The 2003 BMW Z8 is the two-door, two-seater luxury
sports car that sprang to prominence when James Bond
drove it and people saw its classic lines, power and
style up close. A power convertible soft-top with a
removable hardtop, the Z8 is one of the world's ultimate
cruisers.
The Z-Series ranges from the 2003 BMW Z4, an awesome
performance vehicle with a couple of different engine
options, to the Z8, the most expensive, exquisitely
designed and high profile BMW in the world. In real
terms, despite some outward similarities and the same
prefix letter, these are two different cars altogether.
They have different engines, body structures and interior
amenities.
What is not different is the appeal they hold for the
sports car buying public and their motivation, to have
speed, razor sharp handling and firmness and finally,
but not least, timeless style. The limited edition Z8
is a classic car with a fully collectible pedigree.
Under the Hood
The BMW Z8 has a monstrous ability and power profile.
It takes 4.5 seconds to get from 0-60 and all of it
smooth and unhurried. The sophisticated power management
systems mean that drivers are not overwhelmed by the
power in this car.
The technology will optimize the abilities of this
vehicle and these are substantial. The result is a car
that will optimize the driver's ability as well. In
terms of specifications, the Z8 has a 4.9-liter V8 engine
with 394 hp at 6600rpm and 368 lb-ft of torque at 3800
rpm.
The Z8 has dual front airbags, side airbags, roll bars,
antilock 4-wheel disc brakes with brake assist, an antiskid
system, traction control, a limited-slip differential
and a tire-pressure monitor. It also comes with a standard
6-speed manual transmission, run-flat 245/45WR18 front
tires and 275/40WR18 rear tires on alloy wheels.
Standard Features, Options Packages and Style
The Z8 designers have kept the interior simple with
a basic collection of amenities. On the Z8 this means
air conditioning, leather upholstery, power steering,
windows and door locks, heated power windows, remote
keyless entry, tilt/telescoping leather-wrapped steering
wheel, cruise control, heated power bucket seats, navigation
system, cellular telephone, automatic day/night rearview
mirror, analog clock, outside-temperature display and
a power convertible top. Just to name some highlights.
Optional packages add an assortment of choice for most
BMW models but the Z8 has no factory options. They designed
it to be complete as is.
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