Selling a wrecked or dead BMW M8

If your M8 is wrecked, dead, or not worth the repair bill, you can sell the whole car as it sits. We buy whole non-running and junk cars, with free pickup anywhere in the US.

One generation, 2020 to 2025

The M8 had a single generation. Wikipedia lists it as built by BMW M in Dingolfing, Germany. It rides on BMW's CLAR platform, sibling to the 8 Series (G14/G15/G16). Power in every M8 comes from BMW's S63, a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8, through an 8-speed ZF 8HP automatic. It replaced the M6. The EPA file lists a coupe, a convertible and a Gran Coupe, each in standard and Competition form.

What the complaints and recalls point to

The four complaints split across four systems: visibility, service brakes, fuel and propulsion, and the electrical system. Across the four, NHTSA counts one crash, one injury and one tow.

The five recall campaigns touch the drivetrain wiring, brakes and software:

• 19V883 (2020): the transmission wiring harness can be damaged and short-circuit. Dealers replace damaged harnesses and reroute and secure all of them. The 3,012 vehicles in the campaign include 2019-2020 M5s.
• 20V164 (2020): front seat belt buckles. Dealers inspect and replace them as needed. The 3,316-vehicle count also covers X3, X4, 3 Series and other 8 Series models.
• 21V062 (2020-2021): dealers replace the integrated brake system. The 893 vehicles include other 8 Series, 7 Series and X6 models.
• 21V096 (2019-2021): rearview camera software. The 13,858 vehicles include X3, X4, X5, X7 and M550i models.
• 23V099 (2023): software for the electronic control unit, across the 2023 8 Series line. The campaign lists 3,193 vehicles.

None of those vehicle counts is the M8's own number. Each campaign covers other BMWs too.

Complaints and recalls by model year

A campaign's model years cover every model in it, so the recall column shows which campaigns list the year. Your VIN settles whether your car is included.

Fix it or sell it?

Start by checking the M8 VIN with NHTSA's recall lookup. Under the brake system recall, dealers replace the integrated brake system free of charge; under the harness recall, dealers replace damaged harnesses. Our open recall guide covers selling with one still open.

Past that, weigh the shop's estimate against what a working M8 of your year and body style brings. If one of the two turbos has failed, read failed turbo. If the V8 itself is done, blown engine walks through the choice. A car already declared a total loss belongs in insurer totaled it. A quote near that running price points toward selling the M8 as is.

Selling your M8 whole

1. Gather the basics: VIN, mileage, body style (coupe, convertible or Gran Coupe), and what's wrong.
2. Get an offer online, or call (877) 421-6008.
3. Tell us where the M8 is parked and whether it rolls, so the driver knows how to get it on the truck. Pickup is free anywhere in the US.
4. Leave it complete. Don't pull the wheels, seats or engine parts first. Tell us about anything already removed.
5. Once the driver is there, give them the title and show your photo ID. Plates and paperwork rules vary by state; after you sell has them.

No title? Start with selling with no title. Also see the M5, 7 Series, or every BMW we cover.