BMW Z3 - mileage, issues?

Ace Modder · 28 Mar 2009 at 23:20

Hi

Are there any mileage bumps on Z3's where a major repair/replacement typically is needed?

I'm looking at Z3's, some good looking bargains at around the 5k mark for about a 02 plate.

Morba · 28 Mar 2009 at 23:37

nothing to say other than Z3's look horrid imo. they look like you are trying to make up for something...

Scania · 28 Mar 2009 at 23:43

Morba said:
nothing to say other than Z3's look horrid imo. they look like you are trying to make up for something...

Your thinking of the 530i Sport.

Morba · 28 Mar 2009 at 23:47

R420LA6X2/4MNA said:
Your thinking of the 530i Sport.

well, the bonnet on the e39 is kinda in proportion to the rest of the car

the z3 however, just seems to be all bonnet!

paradigm · 29 Mar 2009 at 09:26

Morba said:
the z3 however, just seems to be all bonnet!

Look at classic sports cars, and tell me that they are not all similar in proportion.

What engine are you looking at Ace Modder?

Perywinkle · 29 Mar 2009 at 09:50

hehehe

Ace Modder · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:09

a 1.9litre

http://pistonheads.com/sales/964865.htm

Only had my license 10months, waiting for the magical 1year NCD. but looking now.

paradigm · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:14

Personally then, I'd wait. The 1.9 isn't really quick enough, a lot of weight for that little puny 4-pot to shift. You'll also be missing out on a big part of top down motoring, being able to hear the engine roar!

If you can't wait for the 2.8 to be insurable, then at this price point, if you are not going for the 6-pot, you may as well get an MX-5, as it will outhandle and outperform the 1.9 Z3 hands down.

lordrobs · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:27

Perywinkle said:
hehehe

Thats what I always think of when I see a Z4.

The looks of the Z3 have really grown on me over the years.

CrazySpeaker · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:29

Morba said:
nothing to say other than Z3's look horrid imo. they look like you are trying to make up for something...

They look awesome, what are you talking about?

Dogbreath · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:51

CrazySpeaker said:
They look awesome, what are you talking about?

The Z4 is ok, the Z3 is very un-awesome imo.

CrazySpeaker · 29 Mar 2009 at 10:52

Dogbreath said:
The Z4 is ok, the Z3 is very un-awesome imo.

The Z4 is gorgeous, and the Z3 has a lovely shape, the front end is less inspirational mind.

Janesy B · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:06

CrazySpeaker said:
The Z4 is gorgeous, and the Z3 has a lovely shape, the front end is less inspirational mind.

Opinion my dear friend. One man's pot of gold is another man's crock of ****.

I personally think that 5k for a 12 year old 4pot convertible is poor value.

paradigm · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:07

Janesy B said:
I personally think that 5k for a 12 year old 4pot convertible is poor value.

What part of "02 plate" makes it 12 years old? Unless you live in the future?

CrazySpeaker · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:10

Janesy B said:
Opinion my dear friend. One man's pot of gold is another man's crock of ****.

I personally think that 5k for a 12 year old 4pot convertible is poor value.

I think it is an 02 plate, making it only 7 years old. I realise as well that it is my opinion, beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that.

Janesy B · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:21

I'm talking about the Z3 linked in post 7.

CrazySpeaker · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:22

Janesy B said:
I'm talking about the Z3 linked in post 7.

Oh right. To be fair age isn't everything. It's not done many miles, and it looks pretty mint from the pictures.

Janesy B · 29 Mar 2009 at 11:29

The 4 pot is a deal breaker. If it had a 6cyl engine it'd be a bit more worth it. If I was in the op's position I'd be looking elsewhere.

Morba · 29 Mar 2009 at 23:50

paradigm said:
Look at classic sports cars, and tell me that they are not all similar in proportion.

this is not a classic sports car and regardless of having similar dimensions, it doesnt look good

Fido McNasty · 30 Mar 2009 at 05:03

It's a bit above book maybe. They do hold their value if they are clean without too many miles also. It's up to you, but if you want my poinion in all this I'd say give it a miss and maybe hold out for a decent small coupe or something.