Description
BMW Z3 2. 8 AC Schnitzer – Rare Spec – 1997 – Black
Up for sale is my BMW Z3 2. 8, finished in black and fitted with a genuine AC Schnitzer package — a rare find, especially with all the matching extras.
Details:
First registered September 1997
2. 8 petrol (2793cc)
Manual
Black
Currently SORN
V5 present (last issued September 2022)
Registration: C11 DMS
AC Schnitzer Upgrades:
Full body kit
Steering wheel
Pedals
Handbrake
Original AC Schnitzer suitcase
Tonneau cover
These parts alone are getting harder to find and add real value and character to the car.
Condition:
The car drives really well and pulls strongly through the gears — exactly what you want from the 2. 8 engine.
That said, it’s not a brand-new car and will need some TLC:
General age-related wear as expected
Could benefit from some cosmetic/ mechanical attention depending on how perfect you want it
Important Note:
Catalytic converter has been removed for a louder, sportier engine sound
Overall:
A great opportunity to own a rare, well-specced Z3 with genuine AC Schnitzer parts. Perfect as a usable classic, weekend car, or light project that you can improve over time.
Sold as seen – no warranty given or implied.
Viewings welcome and recommended before bidding.
Cash or bank transfer on collection preferred.
Any questions, feel free to message. This isn’t just another BMW Z3! it’s one with real character and presence.
The 2. 8 straight-six engine is the sweet spot of the Z3 range: smooth, powerful, and sounds fantastic especially with the catalytic converter removed, giving it a deeper, more aggressive tone that makes every drive feel special.
The genuine AC Schnitzer upgrades set this car apart from the rest. It’s not just about looks it feels more focused, more unique, and far more special than a standard example. The interior touches like the steering wheel and pedals give it that proper driver-focused feel every time you get behind the wheel.
With the roof down, it delivers everything a classic roadster should simple, raw, and engaging. No unnecessary tech, just pure driving enjoyment the way it was meant to be.
It’s also a car you can enjoy and improve at the same time. Use it as it is, or take it to the next level either way, you’re starting with a rare, desirable base that’s only getting harder to find.
And importantly, it still drives exactly how it should — making it a usable classic you can actually get out and enjoy straight away.
If you’re looking for something with personality, classic BMW engineering, and standout looks, this ticks all the boxes.
