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2001 BMW M ROADSTER

SOLD on or around August 15, 2020

54,200 miles

$19,900
Asking Price: $21,500
2001 BMW M Roadster in Black Sapphire Metallic over Black Nappa
  • Exterior Color Black Sapphire Metallic
  • Interior Color Black Nappa
  • Soft Top Color Black
  • Engine S54

Seller Description

Rare and desirable 2001 Z3 M Roadster with the highly sought after 3.2L 333HP S54B32 engine. The exterior is finished in Black Sapphire Metallic with a black interior. Both the original paint and the leather interior show minimal signs of wear that is consistent with the mileage on the car. The car was meticulously maintained and stored in heated garage. Overall, the car needs nothing to enjoy it!
I put in a lot of time and money over the last 4 years to ensure the car is great condition, including expensive vanos service.

Only 1,564 convertibles with the S54 engine were ever produced. No mechanical issues whatsoever. Clear title in hand. Currently 54,200 miles and slowly going up as I drive it on the weekends. The car is in very good condition for its year. Vehicle has never been in snow. Everything works, the engine and transmission run smoothly. New genuine leather seat covers with custom 'M' engraved into headrest in excellent condition, no tears or blemishes whatsoever. Heated seats. AC runs cold. I'm the 3rd owner. Clean car fax, no accidents, clear and clean title in hand. The electric top works well, with brand new soft top. No issues whatsoever with the trunk welds as some of these cars may occasionally experience. I tried to capture all service that was done by me since the beginning of my ownership.

Service in 2017 at approx. 50,000 – 51,000mi:
• new soft top and window (genuine quality, $650 in parts and $400 labor)
• new genuine leather seat covers with M logo engraved
• new rear tires and brakes
• new seat bushings for both seats
• full synthetic motor oil
• upgraded shift knob
• saggy glove box fix
• All 4 wheels refinished in original shadow chrome

Service in 2018 at approx. 51,000-52,000mi:
• fuel pump replaced
• new serpentine belts, pulley and tensioner
• new transmission fluid
• new battery

Service in 2019 at approx. 52,000-53,000mi
• full synthetic motor oil
• upgraded headlights with daytime running halos (original headlights will be included)
• vanos completely rebuilt (upgraded) due to vanos codes (new solenoid pack, dr vanos oil pump disc replaced, s54 cam bolt kit         installed, all vanos seals upgraded) – you will never have issues with Vanos!
• camshaft timing adjustment completed
• 3 new timing sensors (intake camshaft, exhaust camshaft and crankcase positioning)
• exhaust camshaft timing wheel replaced
• valve adjustment done
• valve cover gasket replaced
• spark plugs replaced
• MAF sensor replaced

Service in 2020 at 54,104mi:
• fuel tank cap replaced
• fuel filter replaced
• power steering lines replaced, and fluid flush
• new inner and outer tie rods
• new front sway bar end links
• alignment
• new front brake rotors, pads & sensors
• differential fluid flush replaced
• antenna grommet seal replaced

Additionally:
• Black carbon fiber emblems installed (original blue&white are also included).

• Sound system upgraded in 2018- speakers, aftermarket amp and Pioneer deck unit with hands-free Bluetooth voice and audio streaming. 1000W amp with new kicker 6.5” subwoofer installed to replace the factory units in its original locations. Sounds great!

• Leather arm rest, still have two cup holders, with one hidden underneath the arm rest.

• New front tires 235/45/17 in June 2020. Rear tires have 85% of tread left.

Some imperfections can be found due to old age of the vehicle, and common problems with this platform, as follows:
• Some scratches on body and rock chips on the hood. It’s not bad, but it is slightly noticeable from up-close. The biggest scratch is on the driver-side door, which has been touched-up
• Small tear in the front console (see picture)
• Driver-side key lock cylinder spins occasionally without engaging the lock (solution – lock/unlock at the trunk or at passenger-side     door if that happens)
• Cigarette lighter adapter does not work, needs replaced.

The car is in truly great condition for being 19 years old, I often get compliments while driving around town and at car shows.

I don’t need help selling the car. No trades. I have clear title in hand.Car is for sale as-is, no warranty is included. Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed, at buyer's expense. You will need to come pick up the car and get a cashier's check at your local bank branch. I would like to witness you getting the check issued (I have been scammed before and I learned from my mistake).

VIN WBSCL93481LJ80571

For a walk-around video, see https://youtu.be/ZWFTBfI4rEU

$500 deposit required within 24 hours.

Feel free to ask any questions! I will respond within 2 hours usually.

Seller

Private
Aurora, IL

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My Comments

Posted: 8/16/2020 2:14:39 AM by Jon Martin

Sold to a high bid of $19,900

Posted: 8/7/2020 10:27:16 AM by Jon Martin

Back on the market after a couple years and a couple thousand new miles. It's had a lot of maintenance and the listing is very well written. Bidding is at $16,100 but it probably still has a little ways to reach the reserve.

Posted: 11/5/2018 9:48:54 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $21,500 from $21,800

Posted: 9/8/2018 10:57:32 PM by Jon Martin

It's back with price up a little to $21,800 from $21,500

Posted: 9/1/2018 12:58:57 AM by Jon Martin

Listings removed; looks like it sold

Posted: 8/18/2018 10:01:44 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $21,500 from $22,100

Posted: 8/13/2018 12:56:49 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $22,100 from $22,300

Posted: 7/31/2018 8:41:53 AM by Jon Martin

It's back with price reduced to $22,300 from $22,400

Posted: 6/17/2018 9:58:08 PM by Jon Martin

Listing removed again; sold this time?

Posted: 6/3/2018 7:59:45 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $22,400 from $22,700

Posted: 5/20/2018 9:32:15 PM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $22,700 from $23,500, but I don't see any more mention of the hard top.

Posted: 5/15/2018 3:58:43 PM by Jon Martin

It's back with just a few more miles. Price is now $23,500

Posted: 11/17/2017 9:36:05 AM by Jon Martin

Listing removed; looks like it sold

Posted: 10/27/2017 12:06:37 PM by Jon Martin

Reserve not met at $17,500 which is surprising

Posted: 10/22/2017 11:47:18 PM by Jon Martin

Bidding up to $8,000

Posted: 10/18/2017 12:33:36 PM by Jon Martin

Now on Bring a Trailer. Bidding is currently at $1,000.

Posted: 9/25/2017 1:13:37 AM by Jon Martin

Back on the market after a few months. The wheels have been refinished and a new soft top put on since it's previous listing. The imola red hard top appears to be gone now. Price up a little to $23,900 from $23,250 which is a decent deal.

Posted: 4/29/2017 10:05:29 AM by Jon Martin

Looks like it sold

Posted: 3/9/2017 2:57:13 PM by Jon Martin

Back on the market and now with a red hard top. Price up to $23,250 from $21,500 which is still a good deal.

Posted: 11/26/2016 9:20:43 AM by Jon Martin

Some of the listings were removed; sold?

Posted: 10/26/2016 8:44:52 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $21,300 from $21,500

Posted: 10/11/2016 10:09:43 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $21,500 from $22,000

Posted: 10/6/2016 9:59:00 AM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $22,000 from $22,500

Posted: 9/23/2016 10:05:04 PM by Jon Martin

Price reduced to $22,500 from $23,500. Good deal!

Posted: 9/23/2016 6:24:05 AM by Jon Martin

It looks like a nice, stock M Roadster. The only modifications I see are the ZHP shift knob and ///M logos on the seats. The glove box is sagging a little, but it looks pretty good overall.

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