1997 BMW Z3 M Coupé
KEY FACTS

• This BMW Z3M Coupe is an impressive example of the lauded driver-focused modern classic sports coupe, offered with a reported three owners from new and benefitting from recent restorative maintenance.
• Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 3.2-litre ‘S50’ straight-six, delivering around 320PS to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.
• This Z3M Coupe is one of only 55 pre-production European-specification examples produced. The Car is understood to be one of just 32 examples with this colour scheme.
• This example was manufactured in 1997, and it was delivered to Monaco where it was first registered in July 1998. It was then imported into Belgium in September 2008, where it has been with the seller and third owner for 14 years.
• This example is understood to have originally been used in commercial advertising photos, and features alloy wheels finished in ‘Shadow Chrome’, as well as a gloss-black roof spoiler.
• The odometer shows 244,000Kms from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Z3M Coupe is finished in the refined shade of Arctic Silver Metallic over a full Black and Imola Red Nappa leather-trimmed interior, punctuated by chrome trim accents.
• It rides on a set of 17-inch ‘Style 40’ alloy wheels finished in ‘Shadow Chrome’, which are shod in Pirelli P Zero Nero tyres.
• The factory specification includes a heated rear screen, a BMW Business cassette stereo, air conditioning, an analogue clock, and electrically adjustable heated seats.
• This example has been upgraded with Pagid racing brake pads, as well as aftermarket brake lines.
• The car comes with a fire extinguisher, the original sales brochure, the owner’s manual, a Belgian car-pass going back to September 2008, the certificate of conformity, two keys, the seller’s purchase invoice from 2010.

CONDITION

• The car’s interior and exterior are in concour condition as the car was intensively restored to original condition.
• The retauration includes bodywork respray, the steering wheel and seats have been retrimmed, a new gear knob, headlining and carpets have been fitted, and the seat frames have been rebuilt with new foam.
• Motor and drivetrain parts were frequently inspected and overhauled when needed.
• The car’s last roadworthiness test was conducted in August 2023, which is understood to have resulted in a clean pass with no advisories.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Z3M Coupe’s most recent maintenance was carried out at around 242,000 Kms by Performance Shop Geel, which consisted of an engine oil change, and an annual inspection.
• Significant restorative maintenance was carried out between November 2022 and 2023, which included the alloy wheels being refurbished, all new tyres, all new original shock absorbers and springs, the interior retrimmed with new interior panels, the seat frames rebuilt with new foam, a full respray, new badges and rubbers, a new bumper grille, steering rack oil cooler, window and door rubbers, and a new driver’s window motor and glass panel.
• Other notable maintenance includes a full VANOS service and full engine inspection in 2012 at around 170,000 Kms, a drivetrain service including a new clutch, the gear mechanics serviced, and all new drivetrain oils, as well as new brake discs and uprated pads, and new brake lines being fitted in April 2016 at 204,702 Kms, rubber bushings were all replaced, engine bearing shells checked in January 2017 at 217,949 Kms, a new windscreen fitted in March 2019 at 229,954 Kms, and a new fuel pump and rear screen wiper motor fitted in 2020.

SALE

• I am selling 1 of 2 Z3 Coupé cars I own.

SUMMARY
This BMW Z3M Coupe is an impressive example of the desirable modern classic driver-focused sports coupe, offered with a reported three owners from new and benefitting from recent restorative maintenance. Believed to be one of only 55 pre-production European-specification examples produced, with a refined Arctic Silver Metallic finish, and a potent straight-six engine coupled to an engaging five-speed manual gearbox, it would make a very rewarding companion for retro daily driving, weekend fun, and visits to car shows alike.

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