16th Dec, 2020 13:00

The Motor House, Warrington

 
Lot 33
 

1998 BMW Z3M Roadster
1 of only 991 RHD Z3M Roadsters Made

Sold for £13,500

(including buyers premium)


Lot details

Registration No: M3 EXC
Chassis No: WBSCK92080LB06201
MOT: June 2021

  • Current ownership since 2011, with five former keepers
  • Offered with a large history file including stamped service book with many dealer and specialist stamps
  • Recently refurbished alloy wheels and new tyres

By shoehorning the drivetrain of the four-seater M3 (E36) coupe into the bodyshell of the two-seater Z3 Roadster, BMW effectively created a factory ‘hot rod’. Boasting a wider track, lower ride height, stiffer springs/shock absorbers, and thicker anti-roll bars than its lesser siblings, the M Roadster also featured a limited-slip differential, reinforced subframe, and vented disc brakes. Powered by a 3.2 litre DOHC straight-six engine allied to ZF five-speed manual transmission, the svelte BMW had some 317bhp and 258lbft of torque on tap and was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 5.3 seconds and 155mph (limited). Later versions, from February 2001 onwards, came with the marginally more powerful S54 engine plus Dynamic Stability Control (though, some drivers preferred the rawer, more analogue feel of the early cars). Of the 15,322 Z3M Roadsters made between September 1996 and May 2002, just 991 were to RHD specification.

This right-hand drive Z3M Roadster is finished in the attractive colour combination of Arctic Silver paintwork, with Imola and Black leather upholstery. Manufactured in 1998, the BMW was first registered in March that year and is fitted with the 3201cc 312bhp S50-engine, which is said to be purer, lacking traction control and other driving aids. Benefitting from the factory options of Cruise Control, Roll Over Protection, Black Electric Hood, Business RDC, Windscreen Shading, English Handbook, Tracker, and Air Conditioning (although this requires recommissioning). The Z3M has recently received refurbishment to the alloy wheels and new Avon tyres in all corners, in addition to Vanos refurbishment which included new vanos gear plates, starting equipment refresh and shim checks.

In current custodianship since 2011, the ‘M3 EXC’ has only five former keepers and has covered 87,750 miles from new. Offered with two keys, V5C and stamped service book with numerous entries including many from BMW and specialists. The large history file additionally comprises of owner's handbook, and other booklets, and a large collection of past invoices and past MOTs. The Z3M is further provided with a Black tonneau cover, OEM rear window cover in the original wallet, wind deflector, original first aid kit, warning triangle, tool-kit and a Cosmos indoor car cover.

Vendor Condition Ratings:

Bodywork: 'Very Good'
Engine: ‘Very Good’
Electrical Equipment: 'Very Good'
Paintwork: 'Very Good'
Gearbox: 'Very Good'
Interior Trim: 'Very Good'

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452

 

All successful bids must be paid in full by midday the day after the auction at the latest.

You can collect your new pride and joy from our venue until 1pm the day following the sale or our partners are on hand to help arrange safe transportation:

               

Auction: The Motor House, Warrington, 16th Dec, 2020

AUCTION VENUE

New Venue Announced:

The Motor House
Lyncastle Road
Warrington
Cheshire
WA4 4SN

SCHEDULE

Tuesday 15th December 2020

Viewing: 9am-6pm

Wednesday 16th December 2020

Viewing: From 9am

Classic Car Sale: 1pm onwards

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BUYERS PREMIUM
12.5% (plus VAT @ 20%)

 

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