Highlights
- Very well kept 170bhp 2.2L 6cyl car
- Rare Atlanta Blue metallic with black leather
- Well maintained with recent service in May 2026
- Garage stored from new and only driven in dry weather
- 43,867 miles recorded, supported by MOT history
- Described by the vendor as one of the best examples available in the UK
- Current MOT to May 2027 with no advisories
The Appeal
BMW’s stylish Z3 is having a bit of a moment, fuelled by classic enthusiasts who want a characterful weekend roadster without having to sacrifice too much in the way of reliability and comfort. Of the wide range of engine options, for those who want to get out and enjoy their cars, the economical and powerful 6-cyl 2.2L 170bhp M54-engined car is the one to have.
The vendor asserts that this low-mileage 2.2L Z3 is one of the best available. Looking at the photos and checking the maintenance history, it’s hard not to draw a similar conclusion. Finished in rare and attractive Atlanta Blue metallic with a black leather cabin, it looks far younger than its 25 years and has clearly been cherished. We’re told that it has been garaged throughout its life and only used in dry weather.
The vendor acquired the car in 2022 and has continued the theme of previous keepers by maintaining it well. The history file includes a useful maintenance spreadsheet and a large number of invoices, all of which support the low displayed mileage. The MOT history shows few advisories. The current test is clean and runs to May 2027. The car was serviced at the same time as the last MOT by a BMW specialist.
Factory standard and in very good order, this is a real find for enthusiasts of BMW’s original shark-nosed roadster.
The vendor says:
“A truly exceptional example, ideal for a collector, ready to be enjoyed.”
Key Information
- Mileage: 43,867 miles indicated (supported by MOT history)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until May 2027
- Technical specs: 170bhp, 2,171cc straight-six petrol, five-speed manual
- Paperwork: invoices, MOTs, handbooks, wallet, spreadsheet of work, V5C
Service history:
- 05/26 - 43,762 miles - Ritch Automotive
- 05/24 - 43,197 miles - Tudor Garage
- 04/22 - 41,608 miles - A&S Autos
- 03/21 - 41,240 miles - A&S Autos
- 04/19 - 40,672 miles - A&S Autos
- 03/14 - 39,748 miles - Arden
- 07/11 - 37,987 miles - Arden
- 02/09 - 33,522 miles - Cooper
- 02/07 - 26,945 miles - Lind BMW
- 08/04 - 21,334 miles - Lind BMW
- 08/03 - 15,468 miles - Lind BMW
- 08/02 - 9,226 miles - Lind BMW
- 02/01 - PDI - Lind BMW
The Detail
- Very well kept Atlanta Blue metallic paintwork with few signs of age
- The vendor reports the exterior presents very well
- Features a removable boot rack which the vendor says was factory fitted
- Two very small scratches noted, described as barely noticeable and easily repairable
- Vendor reports no rust externally or underneath
- Car presents well across usual Z3 check areas such as arches and panel edges
- Factory 17in five-spoke alloy wheels in very good order with barely any marks
- Matching Uniroyal tyred fitted all round
- Factory tool kit as shown
- Black fabric roof in very good order with clear rear screen
- Supplied with tonneau
- Black leather interior with aluminium trim in very good condition
- Switchgear presents well with little wear typical of a low-mileage car
- Supplied with factory stereo head unit and CD multichanger unit
- Vendor states interior is in very good condition
- We are told that all interior functions work as they should
- Factory leather sports seats fitted
- Serviced in May 2026 by a local BMW specialist
- No advisories on MOT
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