BMW Z4 (E85)
2002–2008
Lowest price
US$6,200
Since 2020
Median price
US$12,375
Since 2020 · n=10
Highest price
US$21,500
Since 2020
Sold cars
10
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 10 lots

Based on 10 verified auction results
US$10,750
Market value · recent verified sales
Price History
MSRP
—
Collectibility
5/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$10,750
+0%
5-Year Forecast
US$10,750
+0%
Market scores
44
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Spec Premium Engine
How options move the price.
Built ≤ 2006
n=5 vs n=4+US$5,375+62%Median with: US$14,000·Median without: US$8,625
Premiums are the % difference between the median price of matching-spec sales versus the rest. We only show factors backed by ≥3 sales on each side. Treat any single premium as directional rather than gospel — option mix interacts in ways a univariate split can’t capture.
Marque analyst note
The BMW Z4 E85 is trading at a median of US$10,750 in the US market, based on nine transactions over the past twelve months. The lack of year-over-year directional data limits visibility into recent momentum, though the current level appears stable relative to the broader comparable set.
Liquidity remains thin for the model, with only ten total sales tracked across the available dataset. This sparse transaction volume means pricing can be volatile on individual sales, and buyers or sellers should expect extended search periods to find matching inventory or buyers at any given moment.
The E85 Z4 carries a collectible designation with moderate desirability, positioning it as a stable modern classic rather than an appreciating investment piece. Examples in the market typically show around 60,300 miles on average, suggesting these cars are being driven and enjoyed rather than locked away.
Base projections hold the median flat at US$10,750 for both three and five years ahead, reflecting expectations of price stability without meaningful appreciation or depreciation. The model's roadster appeal and relatively recent manufacture date support holding value, though collector enthusiasm remains measured compared to earlier-generation or higher-performance BMW variants.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$10,750
Best time to buy
Monthly price index vs. this model's averageBest deals on this model historically land in Mar (~51% below average). Avoid Jun, when competition drives prices higher.
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$450
- MaintenanceUS$900
- StorageUS$2,400
- DepreciationUS$600
- Total annual costUS$4,350
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Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months10
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$12,955
- Avg Mileage at Sale60,300 mi
- Recent Price RangeUS$6,200 – US$21,500
- Total Sales Tracked10
Recent sales
Showing latest 10US$16,000
Bring a Trailer · 29 Jun 2026
Titanium Silver · manual
US$19,500
cars-and-bids · 18 May 2026
95,500 mi
Mineral White
US$9,400
Bring a Trailer · 14 May 2026
Maldives Blue Metallic · automatic
US$14,000
Bring a Trailer · 12 May 2026
7,000 mi
Jet Black · 5-speed Steptronic automatic
US$6,500
Bring a Trailer · 7 May 2026
Titanium Silver Metallic
US$17,500
cars-and-bids · 29 Apr 2026
21,300 mi
manual
US$10,750
Bring a Trailer · 22 Apr 2026
Jet Black
US$8,200
cars-and-bids · 20 Apr 2026
96,100 mi
US$21,500
Bring a Trailer · 15 Apr 2026
29,000 mi
Stratus Gray Metallic
US$6,200
cars-and-bids · 17 Mar 2026
112,900 mi
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.