Highlights
THIS... is a 2001 BMW Z3 M Roadster, finished in Black Sapphire Metallic with a body-colored hardtop, a black soft top, and a black and Imola Red interior.
- This Z3 M is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, and its odometer currently displays approximately 21,500 miles.
- The attached Carfax vehicle history report contains a reporting gap between 2007 and 2011, though it shows no accidents or mileage discrepancies during the given time period and registrations to two owners since new.
- According to the build sheet provided in the gallery, notable factory equipment includes 17-inch Style 40 wheels, a limited-slip differential, a body-colored removable hardtop, a power-retractable soft top, and heated seats.
- A full list of notable modifications reported by the selling dealer is detailed below. Highlights include a Meisterschaft catback exhaust, a Dinan cold air intake system and airflow meter kit, a Metric Mechanics 3.73-ratio final drive gear, TC Kline coilovers, and a Randy Forbes rear subframe reinforcement kit.
- 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.
- BMW built 8,939 units of the S52-powered M Roadster between 1998 and 2000, according to the BMW M Registry. 1,565 additional cars were manufactured from 2001 to 2002 with the newer S54 engine, bringing the total to 10,504 units.
- Power comes from an S54 3.2-liter inline-6, rated at 315 horsepower and 251 lb-ft of torque in stock form. Due to the modifications performed to this BMW, it may produce more power, but a dyno sheet was not provided to confirm. 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 reported by the selling dealer includes:
- 17-inch Style 40 wheels
- Limited-slip differential
- Body-colored removable hardtop
- Power-retractable soft top
- Heated seats
- Center console-mounted VDO gauges
- Cruise control
Modifications
Notable modifications reported by the selling dealer include:
Powertrain:
- Meisterschaft cat-back exhaust
- Dinan cold air intake system
- Dinan airflow meter kit
- Dinan ECU tune
- Metric Mechanics 3.73-ratio final drive gear
Suspension:
- TC Kline coilovers
- Randy Forbes rear subframe reinforcement kit
- Ireland Engineering urethane rear subframe mounts
- Rogue Engineering RACEBRACE strut bar
- H&R 28mm sway bar
Exterior:
- Aftermarket front splitters
- Clear front bumper sidemarkers
- Stubby antenna
Interior:
- JL Audio speakers
- DICE Silverline Duo Integration kit for iPod/iPhone/SIRIUS
- Rear center console retrimmed in leather
- "Get Stupid M" DSC button
Known Flaws
- Curb rash and scratches on wheels; 2001 date codes on tires
- Some corrosion on brake discs and wheel hubs
Recent Service History
Service documentation in the photo gallery indicates that the following maintenance has been performed:
- February 2024 (21,163 miles): Engine oil and filter changed, coolant and brake fluid flushed, wheels balanced
- July 2021 (20,686 miles): Engine oil and filter changed
- August 2012 (15,979 miles): Rod bearings and four tires replaced, rear subframe reinforced
Additional service history is detailed by documentation pictured in the gallery and in the attached Carfax history report.
Other Items Included in Sale
- 3 keys
- Owner's manual
- Service records
- Factory hard top with storage stand
- Set of 18-inch custom CCW wheels
- Assortment of factory parts (exhaust, DSC module)
- Wind deflector
- Boot cover
- Rear window cover
Ownership History
The selling dealer is representing this Z3 M Roadster on behalf of a client, who is the titled owner. The owner has reportedly kept this BMW since September 2011 and has added approximately 6,800 miles.