Description
Rare hand-crafted German sports car
One of only 118 made with manual transmission
Only 26, 550 km from new
Full Wiesmann service history
In excellent condition and accident-free
Three years ago, though, the Roadster was joined by the more sophisticated and powerful V8-engined, coupe-bodied GT, itself the result of a five-year development. With its Elise-style epoxy-bonded aluminium tub, glassfibre reinforced composite bodywork and 4. 8-litre BMW V8, the GT is an altogether more potent proposition that requires its 362bhp to propel just 1240kg. The upshot is a supercar-nudging power-to-weight ratio of 297bhp/ ton... - Evo magazine
Founded by brothers Martin and Friedhelm Wiesmann in Dlmen, Germany in 1988, Wiesmann GmbH specialised in the production of hand-built, custom-made, high-performance coups and convertibles. Production commenced in 1993 with the MF30, and throughout its life Wiesmann relied exclusively on BMW power plants, at its peak producing around 180 cars per year. The company adopted a gecko logo because, or so they claimed, its cars 'stick like geckos to a wall'. Distinctly retro (note the 'C-Type Jaguar' radiator grille) and somewhat reminiscent of some Zagato designs from the 1950s and 1960s, Wiesmann's cars kept basically the same body style throughout production.
Wiesmann's first model was the MF30 coup and convertible, which was powered by a BMW 3. 0-litre inline six. It was superseded by the MF3, similarly BMW-powered but using the more powerful S54 3. 2-litre six from the E45 M3 sports saloon.
In 2003 Wiesmann introduced the GT MF4, a closed coup intended for long-distance touring, which was followed in 2009 by a roadster version. The MF4 chassis was aluminium and the bodywork glassfibre composite, while suspension was independent all round by means of double transverse links. Power came from BMW's 4. 8-litre normally aspirated N62 V8 producing 367bhp, or the smaller (4. 0-litre) but more powerful (420bhp) S65B40 unit in the MF4-S roadster. The standard transmission was the six-speed sports automatic. Wiesmann claimed performance figures of 0-100kmh (62mph) of 4. 6 seconds and a top speed of 291km/ h (181mph). Evo reckoned the Wiesmann GT MF4 a starkly original take on big-cube performance thuggery. It should be intimidating but it's actually fabulously accessible.
Being essentially a low-volume hand-crafted operation, Wiesmann was able to offer its customers bespoke specifications and guaranteed exclusivity. This service applied particularly to the interior, where a range of handmade leather designs was on offer, catering for all possible tastes. Unusually, the GT MF4's stacked array of instruments was grouped in the middle of the dashboard rather than behind the steering wheel, while knobs, switches and instrument bezels were all chromed, reinforcing the retro look.
Sadly, and like so many independent sports car constructors down the years, Wiesmann eventually succumbed to adverse economic factors beyond its control and filed for bankruptcy in 2013.
Sold new on 23rd November 2006, the example we offer has the normally aspirated 4. 8-litre BMW V8 producing 367bhp, and the rare manual transmission. According to Wiesmann, only 118 cars with this engine and manual transmission were delivered in three years. Our car has covered only 26, 550 km and is said to be in excellent condition and accident-free.
This car features the rare, if not unique, colour scheme of Aston Martin Green, in two-layer metallic paint, with brown leather and Alcantara interior and contrasting stitching. It also has two protective strips in stainless steel on each side to protect the leather when getting in and out (custom-made for this car). Wiesmann special equipment, ordered at extra cost, includes:
DSC including ABS
BBS RS GT 20 alloy wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres
Air conditioning
Aluminium radiator grille in chrome
Aluminium door sills with Wiesmann logo Bi-xenon lamps
Heated seats
Electric seat height adjustment Special leather
Sports steering wheel in special leather Two map pockets Door trim leather
Centre console leather
Instruments and heating controls in chrome Floor mats in velour
Soundconcept 2
Becker Navi Indianapolis Pro Clean air system iPhone - iPod connection cable
The car comes with full service history at Wiesmann:
13. 2. 2007
2, 591 km 9. 7. 2007
11, 741 km 22. 4. 2009
17, 760 km 7. 5. 2015
19, 085 km 21. 6. 2023
26, 431 km
The service book is complete, and all necessary service work has been carried out according to factory instructions. The 'MoT' is valid until 28. 03. 2024. The Wiesmann is currently registered in Luxembourg, and a letter (in German) from the previous owner is included in the sale together with numerous invoices. The German Fahrzeugbrief is still available should the car be sold outside of Luxembourg. A wonderful opportunity to own one of these rare and highly sought-after German sports cars.
NOTICE COLLECTIONS, TRANSPORT AND STORAGE Purchases will only be released when cleared funds are received.
MOTOR CARS & MOTORCYCLES
All vehicles must be collected from the Bonhams|Cars Marquee by 12noon on Monday 9 October 2023. Customers must notify BY EMAIL ONLY to Suzanne Kress , using the button below, no later than 8pm on the day of the Sale.
Please note that if Suzanne Kress hasn't received your notification on Sunday evening, all vehicles will be automatically removed to a temporary storage facility by the logistics company EXCLUTRANS BV on Monday 9 October at your expense and risk.
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€185 + VAT per motor car/ motorcycle
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First 14 days
€25 + VAT per motor car/ motorcycle per day
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POINT OF CONTACT TO ORGANISE STORAGE FEES' PAYMENT & COLLECTION
THEO VAN DEN EECKHOUT – EXCLUTRANS BV
+32 9 232 01 71
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POINT OF CONTACT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
JORIS EYSERMANS - FIBONACCI
+32 460 96 18 40
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IMPORTANT CARS UNDER CUSTOMS BOND
Lots 103, 104, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 119, 124, 134, 145, 150, 151, 155, 169, 185, 186
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Joris Eysermans
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