Spectacular condition!
Recently imported from the Netherlands
One of very few in the U.S.
Rare and desirable bmw Z1 Roadster
One of only 4,091 built
Only 9,836 miles (15,829 km)
BMW’s first Z-Series Roadster
Unique vertical sliding doors
Gorgeous factory color combination
Options include:
Removable hardtop
Power steering
Power windows
Power 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock brakes
16” alloy wheels
Performs wonderfully
Includes the original owner’s manual, dealer directory, service
book and more
Perfect for the BMW collector or enthusiast!
The Z1 was the first product to be developed by BMW Technik
GmbH, following a decision to build a two-seat sports roadster,
handed down by upper management in early 1985. It was considered an
effort to revitalize the company image as well as to demonstrate
that BMW was a leader in innovation. Beyond that, the details were
left for the design engineers to determine as they saw fit. BMW
hired Harm Lagaay from Ford of Europe as design chief to work
alongside Ulrich Bez, head of the new division.
Within one year, a fully operational prototype was developed. Much
of the componentry came from the BMW’s 3-Series, including its
engine, drivetrain, front suspension, and interior. A front-engine
design was chosen with the engine set far towards the center of the
car. This made possible a near optimal weight distribution of 51/49
rear, providing the car with excellent handling characteristics.
The rear suspension foreshadowed the multi-link design that was to
appear on the next-generation 3-Series. Drawing on its Formula 1
racing experience, engineers designed a novel ground-effect system
into the Z1, while the headlamps included the latest technology
designed for the forthcoming 7-Series.
The body was fitted with unique electromechanical doors that
dropped into the sills for easy entrance and exit by simply
touching a button. The entire steel inner structure was coated with
zinc to resist corrosion, and the base unit construction was
covered with de-mountable injection-moulded thermoplastic body
panels that were also capable of resisting impacts of 5 mph.
Furthermore, the panels were lauded for being recyclable. Available
in four colors, BMW also suggested to owners that the panels were
easily interchangeable should the owner desire to change colors of
his or her car! Alloy wheels, unique to the Z1, were also
fitted.
The production model was introduced at the 1987 Frankfurt Auto Show
with the intention of building 5,000 units on a special production
line in its Munich facility. Production began slowly in 1988 with
only 58 cars built that year; customer deliveries did not begin
until March 1989. Due to the demand for the Z1 as well as other BMW
models, BMW increased the numbers built but curtailed production
due to the demand for its more profitable models. In the end, 8,000
Z1s (plus 12 pre-production units) had been built before production
ceased in the summer of 1991. Due to their low production and
limited availability, Z1s have become instantly
collectible.
The 1990 BMW Z1 Roadster featured here is finished in gorgeous
Traumschwarz Metallic with an impeccably kept gray interior. This
magnificent motorcar is one of very few Z1s in the U.S. and is
certainly one of the lowest mile ones available on the market
today. This is an incredible opportunity to acquire an
investment-grade Z1 Roadster at an investment price and we are
proud to offer it the most particular collector, investor or
enthusiast who demands the best. Classic cars have proven to be
among the most resilient and rewarding investments in recent years
with the Historic Automobile Group Index (HAGI) jumping 39% in
2013, 16% in 2014 and 17% in 2015 while posting gains of 467% over
the last 10 years. Ready to make an investment you can actually
enjoy? Please contact one of our expert sales consultants at
(314)291-7000 or [email protected] for more information. They will
be happy to give you a complete walk-around, supply you with a more
detailed description, and answer any questions you may have. Buy
with confidence.
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