For Sale at Auction: 2002 BMW Z8 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chassis No. WBAEJ13422AH61732

Designed by Henrik Fisker and unveiled at the 1999 Frankfurt Motor Show, the BMW Z8 blends modernity with subtle nods to the 1950s, quietly echoing the spirit of the classic BMW 507 without slipping into nostalgia. Fittingly, the "Z" stands for Zukunft, the German word for "future," reflecting the forward-looking approach firmly rooted in this project.

This two-seat roadster, with its long hood hinting at raw power, houses a 4.9-liter M-Power V8 engine producing 400 horsepower that's delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission, while its aluminum space frame chassis, clad in bolted-on aluminum body panels, weighs just 230 kg, a technical achievement that underscores its lightweight performance. The BMW Z8 gained instant fame not only for its design and performance but also as the car driven by secret agent 007, played by Pierce Brosnan, in The World Is Not Enough, appearing slightly upgraded by Q.

Fitted in a far more civilized yet equally luxurious manner, this superbly preserved example-finished in Titanium Silver with Sport Red over black Nappa leather, accompanied by its matching hardtop and beige soft top, complemented by 18-inch split-spoke wheels, and equipped with a six-disc CD changer, navigation system, Harman Kardon sound system, leather-wrapped roll hoops, air conditioning, and cruise control-was originally delivered new in Massachusetts in the spring of 2002.

Its first owner, a BMW enthusiast and regular customer of the brand, ensured the car underwent regular inspections and had a major service performed by Bavarian Performance Group just before reaching 5,000 miles. He kept it until 2014, by which time it had already accumulated 6,000 miles-most of its current mileage. The second owner kept it for one year before passing it on to the third, who had the car serviced at 7,154 miles by a BMW Service Center. Together, they added only 1,600 miles.

Showing just 7,604 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloging, the Z8 is presented today in superbly well-preserved condition, accompanied by a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, service invoices, its original books in pouch, various factory paraphernalia and the BMW Experience CD, as well as the factory supplied mobile phone.

From day one, BMW guaranteed a 50-year supply of parts to preserve and maintain the Z8, underscoring its enduring value as a true collector's car. This exceptionally low-mileage, superbly original example offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of automotive history built to stand the test of time.