Garage-stored and only driven in dry conditions during current six-year ownership
Documented service history file with both dealer and independent records
Described by the vendor as highly original with no known modifications
MOT valid until May 2027 with no advisories
Matching hard top included
The Appeal
The addition of that special 'M' badge to the BMW Z3 turned an already scintillating sports car into one of the best-driving roadsters money could buy. Powered by the revered S54 3.2-litre inline-six and paired with a five-speed manual gearbox, it delivers a raw, engaging driving experience that's arguably yet to be bettered. Unmodified examples in careful ownership are increasingly sought after by enthusiasts.
This 2002 example has been in the current owner's hands since mid-2020 and covers just 25,481 miles. Recent mechanical attention has included an oil and brake fluid change along with Vanos work, and the vendor states it drives as it should, feeling tight. With a valid advisory-free MOT through to May 2027, this Z3M is seriously tempting; we're sure you'll agree. image.png1.74 MB
Key Information
Mileage: 25,481 miles (supported by service and MOT records)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 6th May 2027 (no advisories)
Parts Supplied: COLOURLOCK fluid leather filler (BMW Estoril Blue), full leather repair kit with dye and filler, and hygienic cleaner
Total Invoice Amount: £161.50
05/17 – 21,740 miles – Elsenham Garage (Invoice)
Inspection & Service: Carried out full service to BMW Inspection 2 specification; re-checked sumps, oil filter, air filter, and retorqued all big end bearings as per Hack Engineering uprated big end bearing advice after 500 miles; refilled with Castrol 10W60 oil
Total Invoice Amount: £273.33
07/16 – 21,158 miles – Elsenham Garage (Invoice)
Engine Upgrade & Service: Replaced big end bearings with Hack Engineering big end upgrade package including Racing ARP bolts (due to client concerns regarding early S54 engine bearing failure); cleaned throttle bodies and idle valve; replaced drive belts and air con belt; carried out full service to BMW Inspection 1 specification with Castrol Edge 10W60 oil and genuine sump gasket
Total Invoice Amount: £1,509.44
08/16 – 21,201 miles – Elsenham Garage (Invoice)
Brake Rebuild: Removed and rebuilt all four brake calipers to address sticking nearside front caliper; replaced seals, sensors, and fitted genuine BMW front and rear brake pads; completely replaced brake fluid
Total Invoice Amount: £564.95
11/15 – 21,071 miles – Biddenden Motor Works (Invoice #001287)
VANOS & Mechanical Work: Removed VANOS unit and sent to Hack Engineering for full overhaul (including solenoid coil pack upgrade, Beisan oil pump disc upgrade, full Beisan VANOS oil seal kit, and upgrade titanium cam/coil pack bolts); replaced VANOS oil filter and gasket; carried out full tappet inspection (all within BMW specification); supplied and fitted genuine BMW clutch and flywheel
Total Invoice Amount: £1,977.00
06/15 – 20,712 miles – Elsenham Garage (Invoice)
Wheel Refurbishment & Tyres: Carried out full refurbishment of 4 x BMW alloy wheels in correct Dark Shadow Chrome powder coat/paint; re-valved, balanced, and fitted customer-supplied Michelin Pilot Sport 3 tyres (225/45 ZR17 front, 245/40 ZR17 rear)
Total Invoice Amount: £508.00
07/14 – Mileage Not Stated – Fairfield BMW (Invoice)
Parts Supplied: Pulse sensor, plaque, tyre valve caps, hub caps, rear window, and bolts
Total Invoice Amount: £454.72
05/14 – 14,901 miles – Elsenham Garage (Invoice)
Service: Full service to BMW Inspection 2 specifications; replaced engine oil filter, air filter, and 6 x spark plugs; refilled washer bottle, drained and refilled anti-freeze, and changed gearbox and differential oil (Castrol Edge 10W60)
Total Invoice Amount: £329.43
12/11 – 17,500 miles – STS Tyre Services (Invoice #P8671895)
Tyres: Replaced nearside front (NSF) tyre with 225/45R17 Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 91Y; installed tubeless valve and carried out wheel balancing off car
Total Invoice Amount: £124.58
06/11 – Mileage Not Stated – Scotthall BMW Borehamwood (Invoice #55161177 / #5504410)
Parts Supplied: Replaced/remanufactured CD changer magazine unit
Total Invoice Amount: £434.54
05/10 – Mileage Not Stated – Welham Green Service / Scimitar Motor Services (Invoice #66661)
MOT: Carried out MOT test
Total Invoice Amount: £143.27
05/09 – Mileage Not Stated – Welham Green Service / Scimitar Motor Services (Invoice #46328)
MOT: Carried out MOT test (Passed)
05/08 – 15,253 miles – Hexagon of Highgate Ltd BMW (Invoice #35131396 & #35131381)
Inspection & Repairs: Replaced engine compartment bonnet switch; investigated noise from rear when turning (carried out road test and checked fault memory in diagnostic system; no fault found)
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