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    1996 BMW 8 Series

    The 1996 BMW 8 Series is a sport. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $225,000.

    There is 1 variant of the 8 Series available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in late-1994.

    The BMW 8 Series is only available with a petrol engine that produces 210kW and 420Nm of torque. All variants feature rear-wheel drive.

    Retail Price
    $225,000
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Coupe
    Powertrain Type
    N/A
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    Retail Price
    $225,000
    Transmission
    5-speed auto or 6-speed manual
    Driven Wheels
    Rear
    Fuel Type
    Premium Unleaded
    Body Types
    Coupe
    Powertrain Type
    N/A

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    1996 BMW 8 Series

    Available Variants

    The BMW 8 Series comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being 840ci and the most expensive being 840ci.

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    Base

    2023

    $294,700

    Year
    2023
    Engine Type
    4.4L Combustion
    Fuel
    Premium Unleaded
    Transmission
    Automatic
    Body Type
    Sedan
    Number of Doors
    4 Doors
    Drivetrain
    4x4
    Maximum Power
    390 kW

    1996 BMW 8 Series

    Dimensions

    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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    Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.

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    1996 BMW 8 Series

    Frequently Asked Questions

    The cheapest BMW 8 Series is the 840ci variant that starts from $225,000.

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    The most expensive BMW 8 Series is the 840ci variant that starts from $225,000.

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    The most powerful BMW 8 Series is the 840ci variant which has 210kW of power and 420nm of torque.

    The BMW 8 Series is built in Germany and shipped to New Zealand.

    The BMW 8 Series uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.

    † Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.

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