This 2000 BMW M Roadster is one of 414 produced in Imola Red over two-tone Miola Red and black Nappa leather for the model year. Purchased by the seller in 2023, the car has 86k miles and is powered by a 3.2-liter S52 inline-six linked with a five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Equipment includes a black convertible soft top, Shadow-finished 17″ Style 40 wheels, heated sport seats, a Kenwood stereo, a Harman Kardon sound system, air conditioning, and cruise control. This M Roadster is offered with a Carfax report and a Pennsylvania title in the seller’s name.
The car is finished in Imola Red (405), and features include a replacement power-operated black convertible soft top, front fender vents, and quad exhaust outlets. The Carfax report lists an accident in April 2004 that resulted in damage to the front and roof of the car. The seller notes a ding on the trunk and paint chips on the rear fenders, which have been refinished.
Shadow-finished 17″ Style 40 wheels are mounted with Goodyear Eagle tires. Braking is handled by four-wheel ventilated discs.
The cabin features black and Imola Red Nappa leather covering the heated sport seats, door panel inserts, and center console. Amenities include roll hoops, air conditioning, cruise control, a Kenwood stereo, a Passport radar detector, and a Harman Kardon sound system.
The M-branded leather-wrapped steering wheel features tri-color stitching and frames a tachometer with a 6,800-rpm redline, a 160-mph speedometer, and gauges for coolant temperature and fuel level. The digital odometer indicates 86k miles, approximately 1,500 of which were added under current ownership.
The 3.2-liter S52B32 inline-six features VANOS variable valve timing and was factory rated at 240 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a ZF five-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential.
The Carfax report lists the aforementioned April 2004 damage.
The Pennsylvania title carries a “Classic” brand.
Previous Sales Listing
2000 BMW Z3 M Roadster in Imola Red over black with red M accents. It is powered by a 3.2-liter S52 inline-six paired with a five-speed manual transmission and showing 85,797 miles. It has heated seats, cruise control, air conditioning, and a CD stereo. The seller is the second owner. He purchased it from a family member who cared for it meticulously for over 20 years. It is all stock with no modifications. Seller states it has a clean Carfax with no reported incidents a clear title and has always been in the state of Pennsylvania.
Exterior
The exterior paint on this Z3 roadster is Imola Red with a soft black convertible top and a convertible boot cover. The M version has a wider rear track, larger brakes, aerodynamic power adjustable wing-mirrors, redesigned front, and rear bumpers, bespoke "Roadstar" Style 40 wheels, revised side gills, and quad exhaust pipes.
Interior
The Z3 M-styled seats are black leather with red M accents plus chrome accents on the gauges and shift boot. The M interior is also differentiated by the thermometer, clock, and oil temperature gauges in the center console. It has a 5-speed manual transmission, and power adjustable and heated front seats. It includes BMW M embroidered floor mats, and M illuminated shift knob and M steering wheel and inside mirror.
Mechanicals
This 1999 Z3 M Roadster has a 3.2-liter S52 inline six-cylinder engine with 240 hp and limited slip differential. It is current on all maintenance. It has the original BMW tool set in the fitted trunk space, and the tire inflator and sealant for flats as the front and rear wheels are different sizes for performance ruling out a spare.
Imperfections
Small scratches on the rear bumper
Nickel size dent in the top of the trunk
Leather wear on interior
Seller Comments
If you’re looking for a truly cherished, low-mileage, well-kept BMW with a history of careful ownership, this is the one. It’s ready for its next chapter — hopefully with someone who appreciates a car that has always been loved more than it’s been driven.