General Information
BMW M8 Competition (Carbon Edition)
A high-performance luxury sports coupe, the BMW M8 Competition (Carbon Edition) combines supercar-level acceleration, precision handling, and bespoke carbon-fibre styling. Powered by a 4.4 L M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine with around 625 hp, it delivers explosive straight-line speed while maintaining remarkable balance and control through M-tuned chassis technology. The Carbon Edition enhances dynamics and aesthetics with extensive lightweight carbon-fibre components, premium interior materials, and advanced driving assistance systems — making it as capable on demanding roads as it is striking in appearance
Important Information
- Arrival: Reach in one hour.
- Security Deposit: £500 per vehicle (refundable upon safe return).
- Age Restriction: All drivers and renters must be 25+.
Rental Conditions
Policies and agreement
- All drivers must present a valid, full photocard driving licence at vehicle collection.
- UK licence holders must provide a DVLA check code (generated via the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency website) to verify endorsements and penalty points.
- Non-UK licences:
- EU/EEA licences are generally valid in the UK.
- Non-English or non-Latin licences require an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Licence must:
- Be held for minimum 12 months.
- Remain valid for the entire rental period.
- Be a physical document (digital versions not accepted).
- Maximum 6 penalty points allowed (stricter limits may apply for drivers under 25).
In accordance with UK law:
All rentals include Third Party Liability Insurance (unlimited cover for personal injury as required by UK legislation).
Basic Vehicle Damage Cover, Theft Protection, and Fire Insurance are included.
Standard insurance excess: typically £1,200–£2,500 (higher for premium vehicles).
Optional at additional cost:
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) / Loss Damage Waiver (LDW)
Super CDW (reduces or removes excess)
Accepted payment methods:
- Major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club) in the main driver’s name.
- Selected Visa/Mastercard debit cards (location dependent).
Not accepted:
- Cash, prepaid cards, Visa Electron, Maestro.
- A security deposit pre-authorisation (£200–£2,000+) is required and released after vehicle return (bank processing times apply).
- Cancellation typically allowed up to 48–72 hours before pickup.
- Late cancellations or no-shows may incur charges (1–3 days’ rental or fixed fee).
- Booking changes are subject to availability and rate adjustments.
- Prepaid or promotional bookings may have stricter conditions.
All vehicles are non-smoking (including vaping/e-cigarettes). Cleaning charges may apply for breaches.
Pets are only allowed if pre-approved in designated vehicles.
Service animals are permitted under UK equality legislation.
The minimum age to rent a vehicle with Ghost Rentals in the UK is 25 years old.