Emission legal, professionally built, maturely owned, 500hp Turbocharged M Roadster.
An ultra clean example. No accidents, no winters, no pets, no smoking.
1998 BMW M Roadster – Imola Red | 67k Miles (107k kilometers) | TT Stage 2 Turbo (420+ whp)
Up for sale is an exceptionally clean, well-sorted, and meticulously maintained 1998 BMW M Roadster finished in Imola Red. I have owned this car since April 2006, having purchased it as the second owner from an older couple who bought it new.
This is a no-accident, original-paint vehicle with a complete service history from day one. It has been strictly summer-driven, rarely exposed to rain.
It balances pristine collector quality with serious, professionally sorted performance upgrades—including the essential subframe reinforcement already taken care of.
Performance & Drivetrain Highlights
Technique Tuning Stage 2 Turbo System:
Single Garrett Hybrid T3/T4 turbo
Custom ECU tune utilizing the OEM ECU for reliable, factory-like engine management
Supporting wastegate and high-flow upgraded exhaust system
Cabin-controlled boost controller with a steering-column toggle option
Integrated AFR (Air/Fuel Ratio) gauge
Produces approximately 420 whp on moderate, ultra-reliable boost
Reinforced Rear Subframe: Randy Forbes Subframe Kit installed with a dual-ear differential cover (the gold standard for addressing the E36/7 chassis weakness)
Drivetrain: Stage 5 clutch paired with a lightweight flywheel
Cooling: Auxiliary oil cooler added for optimal track and summer heat management
Suspension, Brakes & Chassis
Suspension: Height-adjustable H&R Coilover Suspension, perfectly balanced for aggressive street driving or occasional track sessions
Chassis: Dinan front strut tower brace
Brakes: Upgraded brake pads paired with cross-drilled rotors
Wheels: 18-inch aftermarket wheels with performance rubber (New tires recommended - P-Zero's currently fitted are old)
Interior & Comfort Upgrades
Steering: Momo sport steering wheel (original OEM steering wheel with airbag included with the sale)
Audio System: Upgraded head unit featuring modern Bluetooth hands-free calling, upgraded speakers, and an integrated 8-inch subwoofer enclosure
Fixes & Restorations: Seat bushings/sliders replaced (completely eliminates the notorious E36/7 rocking seat issue)
Overall: Pristine leather, tight bolsters, and zero dash wear
Seller Notes
This car has been my pride and joy for two decades. Every modification was chosen for quality, performance, and longevity. The TT Stage 2 turbo system delivers incredible, linear power without sacrificing the daily driveability or engine management reliability of the factory ECU. Between the Randy Forbes rear subframe reinforcement and the extensive maintenance stack, all the standard E36/7 pain points have been permanently addressed.
The list of minor maintenance items and detailed upgrades goes on, but simply put: this is a turn-key, high-power, rust-free M Roadster ready for its next caretaker.