Doug's Take

The BMW Z3 M Coupe is a seriously wonderful car, boasting excellent performance, and – most importantly – head-turning styling, combined with very interesting practicality thanks to a useful hatchback grafted onto a BMW Z3 M Roadster. The particular M Coupe touts a 5-speed manual transmission and low mileage, with fewer than 37,000 miles on the odometer. It also features some great modifications like a Dinan supercharger, Porsche-sourced front brakes, and an aftermarket exhaust, which should help make it even more thrilling to drive. Plus, this M Coupe is finished in gorgeous Estoril Blue – and it comes with a clean, accident-free Carfax report, for added peace of mind.

Highlights

THIS... is a 1999 BMW Z3 M Coupe, finished in Estoril Blue Metallic with a black and Estorial Blue interior.

• This Z3 M is equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission, and its odometer currently displays approximately 36,800 miles.
• The attached Carfax history report lists no accidents or mileage inconsistencies in this BMW's past.
• According to the build sheet provided in the gallery, factory equipment includes 17-inch Style 40 wheels, a limited-slip differential, a power sunroof, Nappa leather upholstery, heated and power-adjustable sport seats, air conditioning, and a Harman/Kardon sound system.
• Modifications reported by the seller include a Dinan supercharger kit, Porsche-sourced front brakes, H&R springs, aftermarket exhaust components, and silver exterior stripes.
• Colloquially known as the Clownshoe, the Z3 Coupe joined the Z3 roadster in showrooms for 1999. Like its convertible counterpart, it used several E36-sourced parts, but it stood out with an unusual, shooting brake-like silhouette that blurred the line between a coupe and a hatchback. The M model benefitted from the same 3.2-liter straight-6 as the M3.
• Power comes from a 3.2-liter straight-6, rated at 240 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque in stock form. With the aftermarket supercharger installed, it likely produces more power, but a dyno sheet was not provided to confirm. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

A build sheet is pictured in the gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment includes:

• 17-inch Style 40 wheels
• Limited-slip differential
• Power sunroof
• Nappa leather upholstery
• Heated and power-adjustable sport seats
• M leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Harman/Kardon sound system
• 6-disc CD changer

Modifications

Modifications reported by the seller include:

• Dinan supercharger kit
• Porsche-sourced front brakes
• H&R springs
• Aftermarket parts in the exhaust system
• Silver exterior stripes
• Alcantara center armrest
• ZHP shift knob
• Alcantara shift boot

Known Flaws

• Some scratches and dings around the exterior
• Hazy headlight lenses
• Curb rash on the wheels
• 2017 date codes on the tires
• Creases on the seats

Recent Service History

Service records detail most of the maintenance performed on this Z3 M and are available upon request. The seller notes that the engine oil and filter were changed in January 2020.

Additional service history is detailed by documentation in the gallery and in the attached Carfax report.

Other Items Included in Sale

• 1 key
• Owner's manual
• Service records
• Rear cargo net
• Roof rack cross bars

Ownership History

The seller is representing this Z3 M on behalf of the owner, who purchased it in October 2015 at approximately 24,700 miles.

Seller Notes

Due to the modifications performed to this Z3 M, it may not pass emissions testing in some states. As always, it's the buyer's responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this Z3 M in their respective state prior to placing a bid.