Doug's Take
The BMW Z3 M Roadster is a fantastic sports car, offering beautiful styling, a mandatory 5-speed manual transmission, and great performance from its S52 6-cylinder engine. This particular example is finished in stunning Boston Green Metallic, and it features some desirable equipment like 17-inch Style 40 wheels, a limited-slip differential, and heated seats. It also touts some nice modifications including a Randy Forbes subframe reinforcement kit, H&R lowering springs, Bilstein struts, and a Pioneer head unit. Plus, this Z3 M comes with a clean, accident-free Carfax report, for added peace of mind – and it's offered with the excitement of no reserve!
Highlights
THIS... is a 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster, finished in Boston Green Metallic with a black soft top and a black interior.
- This Z3 M features a 5-speed manual transmission.
- The attached Carfax history report contains a gap from 1998 to 2001, though it lists no accidents or mileage discrepancies for the given time period.
- Factory equipment includes 17-inch Style 40 wheels, a limited-slip differential, a power-retractable soft top, leather upholstery, heated seats, center console-mounted auxiliary gauges, and air conditioning.
- Modifications reported by the selling dealer include an aftermarket air intake, a Randy Forbes subframe reinforcement kit, H&R lowering springs, Bilstein struts, an aftermarket shift knob, and a Pioneer head unit.
- Based on the Z3, the M Roadster made its debut in 1998 with a more powerful engine shared with the E36 M3, a sportier suspension system, and wider wheel arches, among other changes. It was immediately hailed as one of the best driver's cars on the market.
- Power comes from an S52 3.2-liter straight-6, rated at 240 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.
Equipment
A build sheet is provided in the photo gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment includes:
- 17-inch Style 40 wheels
- Limited-slip differential
- Power-retractable soft top (power function currently inoperable)
- Leather upholstery
- Heated seats
- Center console-mounted auxiliary gauges
- Air conditioning
Modifications
Modifications reported by the selling dealer include:
- Aftermarket air intake
- Randy Forbes subframe reinforcement kit
- H&R lowering springs
- Bilstein struts
- Rogue Engineering dual finned differential cover
- Clutch delay valve delete
- Goodridge stainless steel brake lines
- Garigistic Derlin shift knob
- Upgraded alloy hood release lever
- Pioneer head unit
Known Flaws
- Various chips and scratches around the exterior
- Wear on seats and some interior touchpoints
- Crack on center console
- Inoperable power soft top function (top works manually)
- Missing rear view mirror
- Seeping oil pan, oil feed line, and thermostat housing
- Dry and torn ball joint boots
- Worn front control arm bushings
- Air filter is dirty
- Some corrosion on underbody components
Recent Service History
Service documentation in the photo gallery indicates that the tires were replaced in May 2024.
The attached Carfax report shows that the following services have been performed:
- July 2024: Engine oil and filter changed, engine cleaned
- May 2024 (190,132 miles): Spark plugs and valve cover gaskets replaced, brake fluid flushed and changed
- December 2021 (185,000 miles): Engine oil and filter changed, engine oil system flushed
- February 2020 (182,826 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
The selling dealer reports that the battery was replaced in May 2024. Some additional service history is detailed in the attached Carfax report.
Other Items Included in Sale
- 1 key
- Spare instrument cluster
- Convertible top cover
- Rear view mirror
Ownership History
The selling dealer reportedly acquired this Z3 M in April 2024.
Seller Notes
- Due to the modifications performed to this Z3 M, it may not pass emissions testing in some states. As always, it's the buyer's responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this Z3 M in their respective state prior to placing a bid.
- The selling dealer reports that the front bumper was repainted under their ownership. They also report that the wheels were refinished by a previous owner and that the rear bumper appears to have been repainted. The seller also notes that a 2-stage paint correction and headlight light have been UV coated.
- The selling dealer charges a $55 documentation fee to the winning bidder. Please contact the seller directly with any questions.