For sale is my beloved BMW Z3M. I’ve tried to include every little detail that I know about the car and then some. Thanks for looking.
Overview and Highlights
- 1999 BMW Z3M “Clownshoe”
- S52 Engine
- 5 Speed Manual
- Estoril Blue
- 146k miles
- 2 keys
- Always garaged
- No issues with subframe or floor pinch welds
- All stock except for Powerflex Purple subframe bushings and ZHP shift knob
- Clean VA title in hand, in my name, no liens
- $22,000 firm
- Not really interested in trades unless it’s RWD and manual
- Located in Northern Virginia
- VIN: WBSCM9336XLC60404
Recent Maintenance within the last 4k miles
- New subframe, rear trailing arm, and differential bushings in Oct 2024
- Fresh fluids (transmission, brake, etc) in Oct 2024
- New clutch and slave cylinder
- UUC stainless steel clutch line (with CDV delete)
- Driveshaft and giubo
- Engine mounts
- Transmission mounts
- Rear shocks
- Sway bar links
- Wheels refinished
Overall Condition
- Honestly, it drives like a Z3M with half as many miles. Very smooth, no shimmy at speed. Transmission and clutch feel solid. The clutch was just replaced, so it grabs immediately and feels great. Acceleration and braking are both very strong without any vibrations or hesitations. No leaks or weeps of any kind. No smoke upon startup. After replacing the 25-year-old OEM subframe bushings with Poly, it has transformed the way the car drives. No more rear end slop and the car now feels like a E36 M3.
- Body and paint are both very clean, with nonexistent underbody surface rust considering it’s been in the Northeast with 140k+ miles. I believe the car has been repainted before, but I cannot confirm that was the case nor do I have the receipts. However, the paint looks really good up close, and I have gotten many compliments on its luster. No curb rash on the wheels.
- Interior is in great condition. I think the previous owner added a carbon fiber trim over the dashboard, and it looks nice without being gaudy. Seats are in fantastic condition. Everything works, though eventually it will need the driver’s seat bushings replaced. AC blows cold. No odors. No electrical gremlins. No lights on the dashboard.
Misc
- Startup and walkaround video can be found here: https://youtu.be/TOCi5vu6b7Y
- Proof of funds is required prior to test drive.
- If you see this ad, then the car is available. Send me a custom message if you want a response.
TL;DR This Z3M is in excellent condition, needs nothing, and is ready for the next owner.