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2001 Bmw Z3 M Roadster Convertible 2-door 3.2l on 2040-cars

US $18,500.00
Year:2001 Mileage:70750
Location:

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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The 2001 - 2002 BMW M roadster reads like a BMW greatest hits list. The S54 motor from the E46 M3. Semi-trailing arm rear suspension from the E30. Sport steering wheel from the E39 M5. Gearbox and brakes from the E36 M3. Add in a 3.15 limited slip differential and the updated DSC from the E46. Deep dark shadowline refinished M roadster wheels, a lowered stance, and an M-specific body to complete the look. With 315 hp, and over 300 lbs less than the 2001 M3, this car likes to run. Check the period reviews to see what I mean.

This car is by far the most fun vehicle I have ever owned, It has never let me down in a single occasion, going to work, cross country drives, you name it. It is (almost) as content to idle down the road as it is to hustle down a back road. Everything, the controls, are tight and responsive. It makes any drive fun, even a long one. Twice, after an 800 mile drive I felt great and stepped out with a smile on my face, turning back to look at the car as it ticked cool.The silver with the red interior is a very special combination. I love the car and have really enjoyed it. Its takes premium, obviously, but has always returned better than expected fuel economy.

The reason I am selling is that I find myself driving more and I hate to put so many miles on such a special car. I have all the maintenance receipts from my work and the previous owner's work. The car has been recently gone over by Harrison Motorsports in GA. They specialize in BMWs, lookup the shop. I have always kept the car clean, washed, and waxed. Included in the sale is the soft-top cover for when the top is down and a custom car cover.

The car has:

***Reinforced subframe
Fresh front brakes
Recent oil change
Tires probably have ~80% left
Upgraded speakers
New rear window
New alternator
Cosmetic refresh

Areas of attention:

There are a few scratches and chips throughout the car. I have tried to touch these up on the hood as pictured
The car will need rear brakes in 10,000 miles or so

These cars are known for cracking rear subframes. This car had this issue and I repaired it at a cost over $4,000...with Randy Forbes' 
kit. The repair was professionally done by Harrison Motorsports. The car is much stiffer after the repair and this cracking will never be
an issue again.

The potential issue is S54 motor rod bearings. These usually fail at low mileage. The motor in this car is outside the motor recall dates. 
I have always taken great car of the car to warm the car up properly (oil and coolant up to temp) every time I take it out.

Basically, this car is ready for you to drive it like you stole it!

That's honestly it! I am a Mechanical Engineer by training and own five bicycles currently and I have had a few motorbikes in the past.
I have been a perfectionist about everything mechanical I own and this car is no exceptions. The car (his name is Sterling by the way) 
has been my baby and I get teased over the amount I obsess over it I don't have to sell it by any means and it will upset me to do so,
but I guess it is time for me to be a bit more practical...

My email is sheppatterson@gmail.com and my phone is 615 516 3568 if you wish to contact me directly.

And, for any Jalopnik fans: 
 Why you need an M Roadster 

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