● A stylish example of the rare ‘S54’-powered sports car, which won ‘Best in Show’ at the 2019 ‘Vanity’ BMW event.
● It is powered by the ‘S54’ 3. 2-litre naturally aspirated inline-six, delivering 321bhp and 258lb-ft of torque to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential.
● Built in April 2002 and first registered in July 2003, this car is said to be number 72 out of 73 right-hand drive UK-market Z3 M Roadsters with the S54 engine, and is accompanied by a detachable body-coloured hardtop, storage cover, and stand.
● It has now been with its seventh owner , for Nine years and part of a special collection
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
● This Z3 M is finished in Estoril Blue with a black hood over a black Nappa leather-trimmed cabin.
● It rides on a set of refurbished ‘Style 40’ 17-inch five-spoke alloy wheels shod with Goodyear Eagle F1 tyres.
● The specification also includes air conditioning, electrically operated and heated front seats, the BMW Professional stereo, the headlight cleaning system, cruise control, Dynamic Stability Control, a six-disc CD changer, and a Harman/ Kardon sound system.
● The exhaust has been enhanced and fitted with a bespoke back box.
● An updated Sony stereo has been installed.
● Accompanying the vehicle will be the original owner’s manuals, service book, toolkit and hard-top roof, along with a collection of maintenance invoices and MOT test certificates.
● Please note: the cherished registration ‘S54 BMW’ will not be included in the sale.
But available separately by negotiation
● Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
● Specific notes from the seller include: Its paintwork is reported to be in excellent condition, with minor stone chips to front bumper.
● The most recent MOT test was on 02/ 04 2024 at 49, 983miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects.
SERVICE HISTORY
● Its most recent service was in May 2022 at 48, 864 miles, which was an oil service with Munich Ledgends
● The ignition coils and spark plugs were changed in February 2021.
● In November 2019, the ABS/ DSC pump and control unit were replaced, an ignition coil was changed, and the brakes were bled.
● The clutch was also replaced in 2019.
Dates and mileage:
May 2022 - 48, 864 miles - Munich Legends
Jun 2019 - 47, 860 miles - Hack Engineering (Brake fluid)
Dec 2018 - 47, 391 miles - Cooper Tunbridge Wells BMW Service
Aug 2013 - 42, 067 miles - Autologic Hessle Ltd (Brake fluid)
Jul 2011 - 34, 960 miles - A H Ketley Motor Services (Brake fluid)
Jun 2009 - 24, 567 miles - Blue Bell Wilmslow BMW Service
Feb 2007 - 18, 449 miles - Blue Bell Wilmslow BMW Service (Brake fluid)
Nov 2004 - 10, 703 miles - Williams Manchester BMW (Brake fluid)
Aug 2003 - 1, 329 miles - BMW (GB) Ltd Distribution Centre
Aug 2003 - Pre-delivery - BMW (GB) Ltd Distribution Centre
This is a handsomely specified example of BMW’s engaging convertible sports car, equipped with the desirable ‘S54’ engine from the E46-generation M3, as well as the rare body-coloured hard top cover. Benefitting from regular maintenance, it would now make an involving B-road toy, or a smart addition to a performance-focused collection.
