1999 BMW Z3 2.8
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Highlights
- Full-service history
- Recent full BMW service and inspection
- Very good condition throughout
BACKGROUND
BMW created an instant classic when they launched their retro styled Z3 two-seater roadster in the UK back in 1997. Solid build quality, secure handling and willing BMW engines made these cars great fun to drive with the soft top either up or down.
The 2.8 litre straight-six engine from the 328i replaced the initial 1.9 litre offering and, with a healthy 193 BHP on tap, made any concerns about lack lustre performance a thing of the past.
HISTORY
This ‘Chrome Edition’ Z3 roadster has had a good few owners over the years but it comes with a very comprehensive service record and history with BMW and BMW specialists.
The current owner has kept it garaged and has done only around 2,000 miles in the last 2 years, having it full serviced and inspected by his local BMW dealership.
PAPERWORK
The V5c shows 9 previous keepers, and the current MOT expires on the 1st November 2022. The original owner’s manuals stamped up service book and a comprehensive history file all come with the car along with 2 remote keys.
INTERIOR
Overall the black leather interior presents very well although it does have some signs of use and wear as is to be expected, but generally it in good order, with the electric hood mechanism working smoothly and quickly.
The M Series steering wheel and gear lever are a nice touch, suiting the sporting nature of the roadster’s interior, and both are in nice condition.
Carpets, door cards and dashboard all look nice and it features a custom wind deflector for running with the top down.
The drivers tread plate has some light damage to the rear but that is about it.
EXTERIOR
The Arctic silver metallic paintwork has a good and deep shine to it with very few marks or imperfections to report.
There’s a small blemish in the paint on the boot, some delamination to the corner of the windscreen and a small area of rust on the driver’s door.
There are a few inevitable stone chips here and there, the wheels are good but have some kerbing scratches around the outside edge of the rims.
The hood is nice with no loose stitching, rips or tears anywhere with nice and clear plastic windows, and there is an aftermarket Sony Audio CD player which has DAB radio and Bluetooth.
Drivers side air vent is beginning top show signs of corrosion.
MECHANICS
The car has been well cared for and has recently been through a full and inspection service with BMW, with any issues corrected, not that there were any.
The car is reported to run and drive beautifully with everything working as it should.
APPEAL
These Z3’s are well-built, durable, fun to drive roadsters that were classics the moment they arrived on the market, and with everything that they offer it’s likely that demand for them will only continue to grow.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1999
- Make BMW
- Model Z3 2.8
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 80,682 Miles
- Engine size 2793
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
21
bids
- Th•••• £3,800 07/06/22
- ci•••• £3,700 07/06/22
- ci•••• £3,600 07/06/22
- Th•••• £3,500 07/06/22
- ci•••• £3,400 07/06/22
- Th•••• £3,300 07/06/22
- Th•••• £3,200 07/06/22
- ci•••• £3,100 07/06/22
- Th•••• £3,000 07/06/22
- an•••• £2,900 07/06/22
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