Used BMW 8 Series for Sale nearLufkin, TX

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's current nationwide average price is $62,680, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $59,299 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 owner approval for its blend of 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 8 Series for its powerful engines, sharp handling, and distinctive styling. They also highlight the car’s premium feel and enjoyable driving experience, especially when the focus is on performance and design.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The tradeoff is that recent expert-tested models bring a firmer ride, and the 2023 model’s advanced safety features require careful equipment selection.

31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are BMW 8 Series models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the BMW 8 Series highly for its performance, styling, and upscale driving experience. Expert commentary also points to strong handling, premium execution, and a well-rounded grand touring character.

• 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 more to upkeep costs and model complexity than to day-to-day appeal, so a well-documented service history matters.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 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 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six, eight-speed automatic, and rear-wheel drive make this the entry point, and it suits you if you want the core 8 Series experience with strong value.
• 840i xDrive: Adds all-wheel drive to the 840i formula for extra traction while keeping the same smooth powertrain character.
• M850i xDrive: Adds a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8, all-wheel drive, and more performance-focused hardware for buyers who want a stronger grand touring feel.
• M8 Competition: Adds the most aggressive performance setup in the lineup, with 617 hp, an M-specific eight-speed automatic, and AWD.
• Alpina B8 Gran Coupe: Adds 612 hp, a more luxurious character, and the four-door Gran Coupe body style for buyers who want high-speed touring with a refined edge.

What BMW 8 Series do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price, color, and equipment mix. They also tend to be the easiest years to shop if you want a balance of selection and deal availability.

What is the BMW 8 Series's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Several years have seen double-digit drops, while the smaller declines suggest some model years have softened less than others. That pattern gives you room to target recent examples without paying peak pricing.

The 2019, 2020, and 2022 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 8 Series includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-departure warning as standard equipment.

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 −18.8% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −10.95%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 31.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.8%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $58,243. The BMW 8 Series offers a distinctive grand touring character that blends sporty performance with luxury design.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 840i gets 24 mpg combined (21 mpg city, 29 mpg highway), the M850i xDrive is rated at 19 mpg combined, and the M8 Competition is rated at 17 mpg combined.
• Tech: BMW Live Cockpit Professional includes a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity.
• Safety: The latest model adds blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic-sign recognition, parking assist, park distance control, a surround-view camera system, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, traffic-jam assist, and active lane-keep assist.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $88,495 for a base RWD 840i coupe or Gran Coupe.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 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 September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.