BMW 8-Series Coupe
  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Great value in the 2nd hand market.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Average service costs, especially away from BMW dealers.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Precise, sporty and extremely comfortable.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    0-60 <7seconds. Not bad for a heavyweight.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Built like a tank. Avoid the early Nikasil engines, unless changed under warranty.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Uncommon. Not a boy racer car. Envious looks from the standard tin box owners.

    Comfort

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Superb at the front. Adequate for two in back.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Solid as standard. Can easily be uprated.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Too pricey from dealers.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Alusil engine replacement at 48K

    Other

    Finding a better car. Once driven, this spoils you for the ordinary.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes