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Description
The owner bought the car in Bielefeld, Germany, in 2015 and brought it to Sweden. In terms of repairs or renovations, the car has been unusually trouble-free according to the owner, who is a mechanic with his own workshop. During regular servicing, oil, oil filter, spark plugs, and on one occasion the air filter have been replaced. Two repairs have been carried out during the current ownership: the rubber between the air mass meter and the intake pipe was replaced a few years ago, and an oil leak at the oil filter housing occurred last year. The latter was fixed this spring by replacing the check valve, O-ring, and gasket.
All tires have been replaced – the rear ones about two to three years ago, and the front ones this spring. The owner has mainly used the car on fine days to enjoy open-top driving. As he now has more grandchildren, he is looking for a convertible with more seats.
The BMW is in well-kept condition and passed its inspection in March 2025. The car comes with two sets of keys, a stamped service book, and some additional documentation (see photos).
All tires have been replaced – the rear ones about two to three years ago, and the front ones this spring. The owner has mainly used the car on fine days to enjoy open-top driving. As he now has more grandchildren, he is looking for a convertible with more seats.
The BMW is in well-kept condition and passed its inspection in March 2025. The car comes with two sets of keys, a stamped service book, and some additional documentation (see photos).
Free history (17)
Technical data
Year
1997/1997
Registration date
Mileage
251673 km
Kw / hp
85 / 116
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Interior finish
Vinyl
Colour
Black
Condition
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Mechanical condition
Engine and drivetrain run well. The braking systems function as they should. According to the owner, the car’s other equipment also works properly. The rear muffler shows some rust.
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Interior condition
The interior is in somewhat dirty, used condition. The driver’s seat shows some wear on the entry side, and the seat cushion is a bit sunken (see photo).
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Exterior condition
The car appears to still wear its original paint. There are a few small door dings and stone chips. The soft top is in decent condition and easy to raise and lower. The right-hand side mirror has been repaired (see photo). The windshield has a crack (see photo).
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General condition
A BMW Z3 in good usable condition. Inspected and approved at the vehicle inspection in spring 2025.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2025-03-05
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2015-07-27 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2015-08-01 (970507)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2025-03-06
Besiktigad tom: 2026-05-31
Årsskatt: 1771 Kr
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2015-07-27 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2015-08-01 (970507)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2025-03-06
Besiktigad tom: 2026-05-31
Årsskatt: 1771 Kr
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1
Facts about the model
BMW has a long tradition of sporty and open models. Already in the 1930s and 1950s, several cars with sporting ambitions were built for those who sought the wind in their hair. During the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, most of the focus was on closed models—sedans and coupés—with GT and sporting ambitions, although a few had their roofs cut off. Still, no true classic open two-seater sports car was produced.
That changed in 1989 with the launch of the distinctive BMW Z1. The ‘Z’ stood for Zukunft, the German word for ‘future’. Its most striking feature was its doors, which did not open in the traditional way but instead slid down into the high door sills. The car was not a commercial success at the time, but today it is a highly sought-after collector’s item.
Around the same time, the Mazda MX-5 Miata appeared, turning the market upside down by reintroducing the concept of a simple, lightweight roadster in the spirit of the 1950s and 60s. Demand for small, lively convertibles proved to be enormous, leaving many car manufacturers restless. If the Z1 had been something of a special test balloon, it gave BMW a taste for more.
In 1994, BMW unveiled its answer: the new Z3 (E36/7). It became an instant success—so much so that James Bond even drove one on screen. Produced from model years 1995 to 2002, it later gained a distinctive sibling in the Z3 Coupé (E36/8), introduced in 1999. Both followed a traditional layout with rear-wheel drive. Engines ranged from inline-fours to inline-sixes, 1.8L to 3.2L, producing between 116 hp and 321 hp, the latter reserved for the M model. Gearboxes included five- and six-speed manuals or four- and five-speed automatics.
In April 1999, the Z3 received a facelift with a redesigned rear, updates to the engine range, and interior detail changes.
In total, 279,273 Z3 Roadsters and 17,815 Coupés were built.
That changed in 1989 with the launch of the distinctive BMW Z1. The ‘Z’ stood for Zukunft, the German word for ‘future’. Its most striking feature was its doors, which did not open in the traditional way but instead slid down into the high door sills. The car was not a commercial success at the time, but today it is a highly sought-after collector’s item.
Around the same time, the Mazda MX-5 Miata appeared, turning the market upside down by reintroducing the concept of a simple, lightweight roadster in the spirit of the 1950s and 60s. Demand for small, lively convertibles proved to be enormous, leaving many car manufacturers restless. If the Z1 had been something of a special test balloon, it gave BMW a taste for more.
In 1994, BMW unveiled its answer: the new Z3 (E36/7). It became an instant success—so much so that James Bond even drove one on screen. Produced from model years 1995 to 2002, it later gained a distinctive sibling in the Z3 Coupé (E36/8), introduced in 1999. Both followed a traditional layout with rear-wheel drive. Engines ranged from inline-fours to inline-sixes, 1.8L to 3.2L, producing between 116 hp and 321 hp, the latter reserved for the M model. Gearboxes included five- and six-speed manuals or four- and five-speed automatics.
In April 1999, the Z3 received a facelift with a redesigned rear, updates to the engine range, and interior detail changes.
In total, 279,273 Z3 Roadsters and 17,815 Coupés were built.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Siljansnäs
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Nisse Brandt
+46 707 50 89 99
nisse@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2025-10-02.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
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