Here's a modern interpretation of the BMW Z8 if built in coupe version

Special ONES One model made by BMW which has a relatively short circulation in the automotive world is the BMW Z8 which was launched by those German manufacturer in the early year of 2000s. Due to its fairly short time  existencies, so that some of its devotees do not have time to enjoy its unique physical form.

The SVE Oletha Coupe built by Smit Vehicle Engineering to accommodate some of enthusiasts wishes to make coupe-styled of BMW Z8. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

That's why then a third party called Smit Vehicle Engineering built the modified SVE Oletha Coupe to accommodate some its enthusiasts wishes. Actually, this car isn't really a fitting copy of the BMW Z8, but the impact is evident, and the creation is stunning and sleek to look at.

The SVE Oletha Coupe produced by Smit Vehicle Engineering as a modern interpretation of the BMW Z8 in coupe style. (Picture from: Wikipedia)

Unfortunately, the automaker doesn't reveal what the Oletha is based on. Although, we can expect the modified car to be based on the BMW E86 Z4. Although there’s no mention of the Z8, the Oletha’s carbon fibre composite body quite clearly takes inspiration from the short-lived Chris Bangle-designed roadster, itself an homage to the old 507. In addition, according to car maker, the  SVE Oletha Coupe weighing about 3,090 lbs (1,401 kg).

The SVE Oletha Coupe built by Smit Vehicle Engineering based on the BMW E86 Z4. (Picture from: AutoEvolution)

Judging from its appearance, it can be seen from the shape of the rear window and the greenhouse that it looks identical, and the location of the fuel filler cap is the same, right behind the passenger door. However, Oletha removed almost every reference to the BMW E86 Z4 with the stunning bodywork that turned this coupe model into a unique car.

The SVE Oletha Coupe is powered by a 450 horsepower V8 engine hiding under the hood. (Picture from: CarThrottle)

This modified car is powered by a 450 horsepower V8 engine hiding under the hood. The engine features custom carbon fiber and stainless steel intake manifolds and Inconel exhaust components, with the engine pairing to an H-pattern six-speed manual gearbox. Power is sent to the wheels through a limited slip differential mechanism. 

The SVE Oletha Coupe removed almost every reference to the BMW E86 Z4 with the stunning bodywork that turned this coupe model into a unique car. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

Furthermore its stopping power provided from AP Racing brakes system with lightly forged Radi-CAL calipers and fully floated rotors. While the legs use 4 Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires to wrap the monoblock forged five-spoke wheels.

The SVE Oletha Coupe built no more than 100 units, beside that customers can also request a bespoke build, which includes a choice of materials, colors and textures. (Picture from: id.Motor1)

Furthermore, regarding the interior, the automaker said that this car will have a driver-focused cockpit and be decorated with the best materials. Regarding the seats, customers can choose between an adjustable eight-way touring seat or a carbon fiber composite sport seat.

SVE will make no more than 100 units, beside that customers can also request a bespoke build, which includes a choice of materials, colors and textures. The starting price for the car is $450,000, although presumably, the later inline-six version will be a bit less. In addition, the company accepts any special requests apart from additional engineering and design work. Oletha looks like a modern intepretation of the BMW Z8 in coupe style. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SVE | IDMOTOR1 CARTHROTTLE ]

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