Lot details

Year: 2002
Make: BMW
Model: Z3
Registration: LJZ 322
Chassis No: WBACN120X0LL74497
Engine No: tbc
Mileage: 34,800

The Z3 was the first modern mass-market roadster produced by BMW as well as the first new BMW model to be assembled in the United States. It was introduced as a 1996 model year vehicle, shortly after being featured in the James Bond movie 'GoldenEye'. While the film was number one at the box office, sales of the car peaked and it was sold out by the time the car was launched. The Z3 was designed by Joji Nagashima of the BMW design team and developed from the E36 platform of the 3-Series. The resulting platform is often referred to as the E36/7(roadster) or E36/8(coupe). When launched, only the 1.9 litre straight-four engine was offered, but its 138bhp was not up to expectations. A 2.2 litre engine producing 168bhp was made available for the more enthusiastic driver and in 1997 a powerful six cylinder 2.8-litre engine producing 190bhp was an option, or a 3.0-litre straight-six with 228bhp.

Imported from Japan in 2020 this 2002 example of the BMW Z3 is presented in black with black matching trim boasting just 56,000 kilometres from new. A 2.2 litre example is MoT'd until November 2024 we are told it runs very well indeed. A fun cheap roadster but that stands out and has all the hallmarks of a future classic, with just 35,000 miles from new looks very good value indeed. Consigned by Mathew Priddy

Guide Price £4,000-£8,000