Used BMW 8 Series for Sale nearBillings, MT

How much does the BMW 8 Series cost in today's market?

Used BMW 8 Series prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The BMW 8 Series has a current nationwide average price of $62,776, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $59,339 over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the BMW 8 Series a good car?

Yes — the BMW 8 Series earns strong marks from owners for its sporty performance, luxurious design, and advanced technology. The all-generations owner rating is 4.58/5 across every model year in the data. Owners repeatedly praise the powerful engines, engaging handling, and stylish presence, while also appreciating the premium feel and tech-rich cabin. Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years. The main trade-offs are expensive options, high depreciation, and rear-seat and packaging compromises. 33.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW 8 Series models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the BMW 8 Series for its performance, sporty handling, and luxurious features, and expert commentary reinforces its strong driving character and premium feel. The model’s appeal is also supported by its advanced technology and distinctive styling, which help it stand out in the luxury grand-touring segment.

• Owners rate the BMW 8 Series between 4.2 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is tied mainly to upkeep costs and the complexity that comes with higher-performance versions.

What should I look for when buying a used BMW 8 Series?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 88.5% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2020 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driving Assistance Package and Driving Assistance Professional Package
• Infotainment: BMW Live Cockpit Professional with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, seventh-generation BMW iDrive, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway) for the 840i; 19 mpg combined for M850i xDrive models; 17 mpg combined for the M8 Competition

Which BMW 8 Series trim should I buy?

The 2023 BMW 8 Series offers these trims:

• 840i: The entry point brings the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, rear-wheel drive, and the standard M Sport brakes; it suits you if you want the most accessible way into the lineup.
• 840i xDrive: This adds all-wheel drive to the 840i formula for extra traction.
• M850i xDrive: This trim adds the 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, and a more performance-focused character.
• M8 Competition: This is the top performance choice, with the 617-hp tuned V8, M-specific eight-speed automatic, and AWD.
• Alpina B8 Gran Coupe: This Gran Coupe-only version adds 612 hp, a more luxurious character, and a 201-mph top speed.

What BMW 8 Series do most buyers choose?

The BMW 8 Series years with the most listings are 2025, 2023, and 2024.

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices across trims, body styles, and price points, which makes it easier to compare listings and find the right fit. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often, so you can usually gauge value more quickly.

What is the BMW 8 Series's resale value?

Most model years are moving down in price, which creates more room for used buyers to find value. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years show smaller year-over-year changes. That pattern suggests you can often get into a well-equipped 8 Series for less than its original asking price.

The 2019, 2020, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the BMW 8 Series safe?

• 2023: 6/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 8/10

The 2023 model includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning, with available Driving Assistance Package and Driving Assistance Professional Package adding more driver-assistance features.

For the safest used buy, the 2020 and 2021 models both post the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used BMW 8 Series now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −15.58% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.13%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $70,201. The BMW 8 Series offers a polished, high-end cabin with a strong grand-touring character that makes it feel special every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The latest model pairs a 3.0-liter inline-six with 394 horsepower, a 4.4-liter V8 with 536 hp, and plug-in hybrid versions rated at 483 hp and 560 hp.
• Tech: The latest model includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, seventh-generation BMW iDrive, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic-sign recognition, parking assist, park distance control, and a surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $88,495 for a base RWD 840i coupe or Gran Coupe.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.