Insight Into the BMW Z8 for 2001
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.
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.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Z8 comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
98.60 of wheelbase allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers. It sits 51.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The dimensions of the Z8 Base are 173.20 inches long by 72.00 inches wide.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $128,000 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $115,360. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
The 2001 Z8 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 13 in the city. This is below average for a convertible car.
The vehicle is available in Bright Red with Beige Top, Bright Red with Black Top, Jet Black with Beige Top, Jet Black with Black Top, Stratus Gray Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic with Black Top, Topaz Blue Metallic with Beige Top, and Topaz Blue Metallic with Black Top.
A powertrain guarantee is provided (50,000 miles/48 months), and a 50,000 mile, 48 month guarantee also comes with the BMW Z8. This is average compared to the rest of the car market.
The 2000 model began the promise of the BMW Z8. The 2001 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers BMW hopes that the Z8 Base will continue to be a profitable vehicle.