1997 BMW Z3 E36 Roadster - Black / Sand Beige - 279,922km - 1.9L Four-Cylinder, 5-Speed Manual, Rear-Wheel Drive
1997 BMW Z3 E36 roadster, Schwarz (Black) exterior, Sand Beige leather and trim interior, 1.9-litre M44 four-cylinder engine, five-speed manual transmission, rear-wheel drive, 279,922km, compliance plate date July 1997, single key supplied, service records present from 1997 to 2020.
Description
The BMW Z3 roadster needs no introduction. Launched in 1995 and built in Spartanburg, South Carolina, the Z3 was BMW's first mass-production sports car since the 1950s. The combination of rear-wheel drive, a proper manual gearbox, and the sort of roadster proportions that make people stop and stare gave the Z3 an immediately iconic status. The 1.9-litre four-cylinder models were the entry point to the range, and their 5-speed manuals made the most of the engine's character. The Z3 is now firmly a modern classic, with values holding steady and enthusiasm from the BMW community continuing to grow.
This 1997 example presents as a genuine, unrestored roadster that has been driven and used. The Schwarz exterior holds reasonable gloss on the doors and rear quarters, with the body panels straight and panel gaps even. The bonnet shows significant clear coat failure across a wide area, visible in photos, with the surface taking on an oxidised and chalky appearance. There is active rust present on the driver's door near the window frame, with paint lifting and corrosion visible through the photos. The soft top is the original black canvas roof, present and functional. Wheels are the original BMW Style 35 five-spoke alloys fitted with Goodride Supercat budget tyres. The interior is two-tone: black leather seats with a sand beige dashboard, door cards, and centre console. The wood-trimmed centre console, wooden gear knob, and original BMW radio/cassette head unit give the interior a correct period feel. Seat bolsters show wear consistent with nearly 280,000km. Vendor advises the driver's door window gets stuck and does not fully raise. Service records accompany the car from 1997 through to 2020.
For enthusiasts, the Z3 1.9 manual represents an accessible entry point to rear-wheel-drive open-top motoring with genuine BMW credentials. Comparable Z3 roadsters in better cosmetic condition are asking $9,000-$13,000 on the private market in Australia. This example, presented honestly with its condition documented in full, will find its level with a buyer who values the driving experience and is comfortable attending to the cosmetic and door rust work themselves.
Features
* 1.9-litre M44B19 four-cylinder petrol engine, 87kW
* Five-speed manual transmission
* Rear-wheel drive
* Power-operated soft convertible top
* Original BMW Style 35 five-spoke alloy wheels
* Black leather seats
* Sand beige dashboard, door cards and interior trim
* Wood-trimmed centre console and gear knob
* Original BMW radio/cassette head unit
* Manual climate controls
* Power windows (driver's window vendor-disclosed as intermittent)
* Dual airbags
* Service records 1997-2020
* Single key supplied
Condition Notes
* Clear coat failure across bonnet, extensive oxidation visible
* Active rust corrosion on driver's door near window frame, paint lifting
* Driver's door window intermittent, vendor advises it gets stuck and does not raise fully
* Interior leather shows wear to seat bolsters consistent with 279,922km
* Boot carpet shows staining
* Soft top shows age-appropriate creasing and wear
Specifications
Year: 1997
Make/Model: BMW Z3 E36
Body: Roadster Convertible, 2-door, 2-seat
Engine: 1.9L M44B19 Inline-4, DOHC, Petrol
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Drive: Rear Wheel Drive
Odometer: 279,922 Kilometres
Colour: Black (Exterior), Sand Beige (Interior)
Seats: 2
Price Guide: Not Listed
VIN: WBACH72040LB04792
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Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
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