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1998 BMW M ROADSTER

SOLD on or around August 30, 2026

114,000 miles

$16,999
Sale Price Unknown
1998 BMW M Roadster in Arctic Silver Metallic over Black Nappa
  • Exterior Color Arctic Silver Metallic
  • Interior Color Black Nappa
  • Soft Top Color Black
  • Engine S52
  • Other Attributes Hard Top
    Subframe Reinforcement

Seller Description

Highlights

THIS... is a 1998 BMW Z3 M Roadster, finished in Arctic Silver Metallic with a matching hardtop, a black soft top, and a black interior.

  • This Z3 M features the desirable 5-speed manual transmission.
  • The attached Carfax vehicle history report shows no mileage discrepancies in this Z3 M’s past; it also shows that it has been registered in Florida since new.
  • According to the window sticker provided in the gallery, notable factory equipment includes a limited-slip differential, a power-retractable soft top, leather upholstery, heated seats, and air conditioning.
  • Notable modifications reported by the seller are extensive, and the full list is detailed below. Highlights include an OEM hardtop sourced from a 2.8-liter BMW Z3, a Randy Forbes subframe reinforcement kit, Bilstein B8 shock absorbers, H&R Springs sport springs, polyurethane subframe and rear trailing arm bushings, and a Continental TR7411U 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 inline-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 window sticker is provided in the photo gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment reported by the seller includes:

  • Limited-slip differential
  • Power-retractable soft top
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated seats
  • Air conditioning

Modifications

This vehicle has been extensively modified, and a detailed list of modifications is viewable in the gallery and can be provided upon request. Highlights reported by the seller include:

Engine and Drivetrain:

  • Stewart Components water pump
  • Motion Motorsport Z3 M engine underbody panel
  • REIN Automotive expansion tank
  • Phosphor bronze clutch pedal bushings
  • Clutch delay valve deleted
  • Stainless steel clutch flex line

Suspension:

  • Bilstein B8 shock absorbers
  • H&R Springs sport springs
  • Polyurethane subframe and rear trailing arm bushings
  • Polyurethane differential bushings
  • Polyurethane torsion bar bushings
  • Randy Forbes subframe reinforcement kit
  • Reinforced single-ear differential mount

Brakes, Wheels, and Tires

  • Stainless steel brake lines
  • Brake wear indicators bypassed
  • 17-inch powder-coated OEM wheels
  • Yokohama ADVAN Sport A/S tires (size 225/45 R17 in front and 245/40 R17 in rear)

Exterior:

  • Hardtop sourced from a 2.8-liter BMW Z3 (repainted Arctic Silver Metallic from factory Oxford Green)
  • Top Hydraulics soft top hydraulic cylinder rebuild
  • Soft top tilt microswitch bypassed
  • Enamel and metal BMW front roundel

Interior:

  • Raised front seat mounting posts
  • Illuminated ZHP shift knob
  • Glovebox reinforcement plate deleted
  • Reinforced glovebox lock surround
  • Chrome interior door pull handles

Electronics:

  • Continental TR7411U head unit
  • Polk Audio 2-way Marine speakers

Known Flaws

  • The attached Carfax history report notes that this Z3 M sustained damage to the front in November 2017, described as "minor.” The seller reports that another motor vehicle backed into the Z3 M, and that the lower bumper cover, driver-side headlight, and the hood were subsequently replaced. Documentation of the repairs is provided in the Docs section of the gallery.
  • Some blemishes, paint chips, and scratches on exterior panels as shown in gallery photos
  • Some wear on seat bolsters, interior trim, and touch points
  • The seller reports that the trim around the rear windscreen is missing, and the HVAC control is stiff between hot and cold settings. The seller also states that the A/C clutch is noisy but notes that the A/C unit itself still functions properly.

Recent Service History

Service documentation in the photo gallery indicates that the following maintenance has been performed:

  • June 2023: Radiator, expansion tank, and expansion tank cap replaced, coolant filled
  • May 2022: Lower front bumper cover paint retouched

A service log is included in the photo gallery, and the seller reports that the following services have been performed:

  • 2026: Mechanical fan, fan coupling, and front windshield replaced
  • October 2025 (~113,000 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
  • May 2024 (~105,000 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
  • 2021: Rear windshield replaced

Additional service history is detailed in the attached Carfax history report and by documentation pictured in the gallery.

Other Items Included in Sale

  • 2 keys
  • Owner's manuals
  • Some service records
  • Window sticker (laminated)
  • OEM hardtop
  • Electric hardtop hoist
  • Tonneau cover
  • Soft top cover
  • BMW M floor mats
  • CocoMats red floor mats

Ownership History

The seller reports that they purchased this Z3 M in April 2016 and have added approximately 63,600 miles since.

Seller Notes

  • The seller reports that the hardtop of this Z3 M was repainted Arctic Silver Metallic over its factory color, Oxford Green.
  • Photos of paint depth readings for the body panels are provided in the Other section of the gallery.

Seller

Private
Tallahassee, FL

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Posted: 8/30/2026 10:29:32 AM by Jon Martin

Sale pending

Posted: 8/20/2026 7:23:15 PM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $16,999 from $18,000

Posted: 8/16/2026 9:10:05 PM by Jon Martin

Reserve not met at $13,000

Posted: 8/14/2026 10:15:29 AM by Jon Martin

Bidding up to $10,900

Posted: 8/8/2026 1:15:37 PM by Jon Martin

Bidding up to $10,000

Posted: 8/7/2026 3:24:16 PM by Jon Martin

Now on Cars & Bids with a high bid of $5,500

Posted: 7/21/2026 10:02:40 AM by Jon Martin

It looks mostly stock besides the hard top, Randy Forbes kit, and suspension which are all awesome. It looks like it will probably end up on Cars & Bids soon. The price seems ok with the extras.

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