BMW Z8 Alpina V8

2003 · Convertible · Limited edition · 555 built

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Shifty Estimate

$252,000

Low confidence · $189K to $315K

Median · all time: $263,500
Sales · all time: 14
Market cap: $139.9M · 555 built
Original MSRP: $138,000Up 83% since new

Blue Chip

Sold$252,000 · Bring a Trailer · Jun 2025

The market

Every recorded 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina V8 sale, by date and price

Jun 2025 · Bring a Trailer

$252,000 · 14,000 mi · Gray

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2 salesmedian $264kupdated Jun 2025

Specifications

Engine: Naturally Aspirated V8, 4.8L
Power: 375 hp
Torque: 383 lb-ft
0 to 60: 5 s
Top speed: 161 mph
Transmission: Automatic
Drivetrain: RWD
Curb weight: 3,594 lb
Production: 555 built
Original MSRP: $138,000
Designer: Henrik Fisker

Common questions

How much does a BMW Z8 Alpina V8 cost?

A 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina V8 cost $138,000 new. Across every sale we have on file, 14 have sold publicly at a median of $263,500. The Shifty Estimate for a well-kept example is $252,000. Cars have changed hands anywhere from $189,000 to $315,000, depending on mileage, color, and history.

What is a 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina V8 worth today?

The Shifty Estimate is $252,000. We rate confidence low: 14 public sales in a year is not enough to be firm, and the honest range is wide. Treat it as a starting point, not a valuation.

Is a BMW Z8 Alpina V8 a good investment?

It has appreciated 83% against its $138,000 list price. Only 555 were built.

What has a BMW Z8 Alpina V8 sold for at auction?

The 2 most recent public sales we have on file:

$252,000Jun 10, 2025Gray · 14,000 mi
$195,000Oct 18, 2023Titanium Silver Metallic · 24,194 mi

About the 2003 BMW Z8 Alpina V8

The Z8 Alpina represents the ultimate expression of BMW's Henrik Fisker-designed roadster, transformed by Alpina's Buchloe craftsmen into something truly special. With just 555 examples produced in 2003, this convertible married the Z8's stunning retro-futuristic styling with Alpina's signature 4.8-liter V8 producing 375 horsepower. Unlike the standard Z8's manual transmission, Alpina fitted their own 5-speed automatic for refined grand touring character. The Alpina treatment included unique 20-inch wheels, distinctive blue-green paint options, and luxurious interior appointments that elevated the driving experience beyond the already exceptional standard car. Today, these represent the rarest Z8 variant, commanding significant premiums over standard examples. The combination of Fisker's timeless design, Alpina's engineering excellence, and extreme rarity makes this one of the most desirable modern BMW collectibles.