1996 BMW Z3 Roadster

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The BMW Z3, produced from 1995 to 2002, offered as a two-door roadster or a two-door coupe, was the first mass-produced Z Series car and the first BMW model manufactured exclusively outside of Germany, produced in Greer, South Carolina. Based on the E36 3-Series platform with rear semi-trailing arm suspension from the E30 3 Series, it showcased versatility with straight-sixes or four-cylinder engines and automatic or manual transmissions. Development led by Burkhard Göschel began in 1991, with exterior design by Joji Nagashima completed in mid-1992, and production starting on September 20, 1995. The Z3, whose 'Z' stands for “Zukunft” or future in German, serves as both a forward-looking model and the spiritual successor to the BMW 507 roadster from the 1950s. Designed for high-speed luxury cruising, its near-perfect weight distribution ensures sharp, sports car-like handling, perfect for twisty roads.  

Highlights 

• Offered with just under 18,000 miles at the time of listing 

• Finished in Black 

• Two-tone Oregon and Sand Beige all-leather interior 

• Powered by 1.9-liter inline-four rated at 138 horsepower and 133 pound-feet of torque 

• Five-speed manual transmission 

• Two-owner example, retained by the original owner for the first 26 years 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Electric windows 

• Heated seats 

• HiFi speaker system 

• Air conditioning 

• Heated driver door lock 

• Fog lights 

• Cruise control 

• Automatic Stability Control 

• Heated door mirrors  

• Aluminum 16 inch wheels 

• Limited slip differential 

• Color-keyed carpets 

• Bucket seats 

Known Imperfections 

• Loose driver’s armrest 

Included 

• Owner’s manual 

• Service records 

Ownership History 

The CARFAX Vehicle History Report for this 1996 BMW Z3 shows that the car was initially sold in Naperville, Illinois, in July 1996 and remained with the original owner until it was purchased by the second and current owner in June 2023 with just under 17,000 miles. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com