1998 BMW Z3

1998 BMW Z3 Roadster For consignment, a 1998 Z3 with a title verified 104,060 actual miles. Owned for 20 years by our consignor and garage kept. Based on the venerable E36 platform, the long hooded Z3s can pack a powerful punch to fuel spirited rides with losing sensibility and everyday practicality. If youre looking for the perfect weekend toy or exciting daily driver, look no further than this Z. Exterior BMW calls the white Alpinweiss, a reference to the Alps, and its in great shape on this car. The tip of the nose features the familiar kidney grille, a low chin spoiler, and wide set fog lights. The headlight covers which tend to haze up are crystal clear on this car. Moving to the front fenders, we note the side vents which are a direct link to the legendary BMW 507 roadster of the 1950s, while the long door of the Z3 has a fixed quarter window and side mirrors that are set back where it meets the main window. The windshield is raked, and the tail is notably shorter than the nose, a nod to British sports car design of yore. This car has a wide body style with fenders that flare from the sides and a third brake light is integrated into the trunk lid. The tan canvas top is in good condition, and the plastic window is in great condition. Imperfections include chin scrapes, a touched up scratch, scuffs on the bumper cover, and some curb rash on the wheels. The seals around the door handles are dry and cracked, a common Z3 shortcoming for which there are aftermarket fixes. Interior Blending nicely with the white exterior, a beige interior awaits with simple, molded plastic door panels with leather inserts and storage bins representing some of the only storage inside the sports car. The front bucket seats, also in tan textured leather, are in good shape although the drivers seat shows some typical wear at the ingress point. The seatbelt guides are prone to breakage and the passenger side follows suit while the drivers side is intact. A black rubberized steering wheel remains in good shape in faux wrapped texturing and frames the dash with four basic gauges and idiot lights along the bottom edge that light up when the key is turned on but darken when driving unless there is a problem requiring attention. The center stack is backed by simulated wood panels and contains the AC panel under an AM/FM/Cassette radio, with various toggle switches below. The shifter handle picks up on the wood theme and is wrapped in a black leather boot, flanked by window switches for left and right. A small storage bin for toll change sits just before a small armrest. Tan carpet is in nice shape protected with fitted mats while the trunk is finished with gray flannel like panels and mats and is surprisingly roomy. Drivetrain This car is equipped with the 2.8 liter DOHC 6 cylinder that is fuel injected and is tied to a 5-speed manual transmission with power being sent to the rear axle with 3.15 gears and Torsen limited slip. Its all good for 189 horsepower which is respectable on a car this size. The engine bay is familiar if youre an E36 owner and is a tidy compartment with easy access to maintenance items, here showing some use but overall clean. Power disc brakes are employed front and rear. Undercarriage Signs of usage and age include some patina, road soot, and surface rust but all kept to a minimum. Single exhaust travels through an original muffler which sends two short tailpipes to chrome tips out the left rear. Independent suspension with coil springs occupies both ends. Drive-Ability A true roadster! Two seats and rear wheel drive. The car cranks right up and first gear provides good torque and quick revs and second gear comes up quickly. The car has excellent acceleration and in turns, the car is balanced and level and scoots forward on the straight away. This is fun, but we have to get back to the garage. All of the bells and whistles work which is only indicative of a Z3 that has been well maintained. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. We have many fine roadsters at Classic Auto Mall, and now you can throw Z3 into the mix! These are well regarded cars with an enthusiastic following and aftermarket support. They are head turners on the street and in the past year have been cited as one to watch in the collectible world. Weekend toy, shoreline runner, canyon carver, or everyday grocery getter, the options are endless. 4USCJ3328WLC12271 4-USA U-BMW USA S-Passenger Car CJ3-Z3 Convertible 3-Passenger Car 2-Manual Belts, Front Airbags 8-Check Digit W-1998 L-Greer, SC Assy Plant C12271-Sequential Unit Number Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (thats more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price. 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