Lot details

Year: 2002
Make: BMW
Model: Z3 Roadster
Registration: GP02 CYS
Chassis No: WBACN12040LL74169
Engine No: 36369971
Mileage: 42,000
•: Just three former keepers
•: Electric hood

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 'Golden Eye'. 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.

This low mileage Dakar Yellow 2.2 litre Z3 was first registered 2nd March 2002, an automatic example with electric hood and upgraded alloy wheels this is a bright yet handsome roadster. The car itself is in wonderful condition, it was comprehensively serviced by its first and second owners before under the ownership of its third and final owner it was predominantly stored between 2018 and 2024. It has recently been re MoT'd and serviced ready to be sold and runs very well presenting much like a time warp example. A fun cheap roadster but that stands out and has all the hallmarks of a future classic, with just three former keepers and 42,000 miles this looks very good value indeed. Consigned by Mathew Priddy

Guide Price £6,000-£10,000