Overview
RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE 3.0 SIX CYL VERSION WITH 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION----AND ULTRA LOW ORIGINAL MILES!
Arguably the finest 2001 BMW Z3 currently available for sale in the US. We generally are not this demonstrative when describing one of our offerings. But this car checks all the boxes. Light restoration on super-clean vintage chassis. Extremely low original miles. California title history. Roadster Salon pedigree with freshly corrected paint, spectacular light wear original interior, new tires, brakes and other wear items replaced. New convertible top installed prior to delivery, engine and clutch service. A simply wonderful car that needs nothing but a willing driver.
Cosmetic Impressions
Exterior paint has been corrected for flaws like paint chips, sloppy body lines, dings or scratches. Very hard to find a black car with cosmetics that are so impeccable. Exterior looks like a well cared for one or two year old car---let alone twenty years plus. Interior reflects low miles and generous attention to detail. No smells or signs of excessive wear to be found. Pedals, seats and door panels legitimize miles on the odometer. No doubt this car has been very well cared for.
Driving Impressions
In all candor, we had forgotten how much fun the 3.0 version of the Z3 is to drive--especially with a five-speed manual transmission. In times when most new cars offer little in the way of classic styling or unique body lines--this BMW is anything but generic. The long hood and short rear deck harkens classic roadsters from the 1960's. Quick, nimble and very easy to handle. Steering is light, so your lady will not have difficulty parking in tight spaces. Excellent fuel economy for this type of vehicle. Classic styling is mated with a contemporary BMW driving experience. Equally at home on short trips as it is on long weekend excursions. This car loves the twisty bends just as much as blasting down the highway. Melodious straight six sounds like a German symphony. Really fun and great value.
Mechanical Impressions and Comments
The very point of buying a lightly restored car from Roadster Salon is our pedigree. The comfort of knowing that the car has been sorted, with no major service issues on the horizon. A warranty that clearly states our confidence in the car--and our willingness to support its new owner in the future.
This was not a nut and bolt restoration--as that level of attention was unnecessary. The mechanical side was excellent. Our primary concern on arrival was this Z3 had simply seen too much California sun, and UV damaged areas needed to be addressed. Anytime we see a car with unusually low miles, minimal wear, no previous accident history and full manuals/accessories--it's a sign the former owner treated the car with respect. It also makes for the best candidate for our revitalization process. The finished product speaks for itself. It is a no excuses car that is ready to be enjoyed for many more miles to come.
