1996 Bmw Z3 Roadster Convertible Adult Owned & Driven!! on 2040-cars
Albion, New York, United States
Engine:1.9L 1895CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:Convertible
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Sub Model: Roadster
Make: BMW
Exterior Color: Silver
Model: Z3
Interior Color: Black
Trim: Roadster Convertible 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Number of Cylinders: 4
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats, Convertible
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 40
Up for auction is my 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster Convertible, silver with black interior, and NEW black ragtop. The car is originally from Georgia and has been stored indoors through every winter since I purchased it. It has VERY low mileage, under 41,000. It has a clear title as well as a clear CarFax report. The car passed the New York State Inspection in May of this year. It has always been well maintained, and has always been maintained on time. When i bought it, i had the undercarriage, wheel wells, engine bay, and door panels professionally sealed and coated, as well as having the paint sealed, which was all done at Ziebart in Rochester, NY. I have always babied this car and taken great care of it since the day i purchased it. It really is a great little car and a lot of fun to drive. It turns heads everywhere you go!
Let me tell you the details of the car....
Automatic Transmission
1.9L 4 Cylinder Engine
Rear Wheel Drive
Power Windows, Locks, Mirrors, Both Seats, Cruise Control, Factory Security System
Air Conditioning, AM/FM Cassette Stereo with Premium Factory Speakers
Factory 16" Aluminum 5 Spoke Wheels, Tires Are Fuzion HRi, 215/55/16(Front) 225/50/16(Rear
The vehicle has very few flaws and none of them large flaws at all. It is missing the center cap on the drivers side front wheel, the leather is peeling up a little on the top of the drivers side door panel. It has a few scratches here and there but none are deep, nor larger than half of an inch. The weather stripping is beginning to show some wear but has years left, and the base of the passenger side mirror has a small amout of corrosion on the aluminum.
The car is functioning perfect mechanically, it needs nothing done to it. You could drive it home, and everyday after without issue. Like I said earlier, it is an amazing little car and a ton of fun to drive. I hate to let it go, but as you all know, the economy is a mess and i have 3 other car payments.
Please feel free to ask any questions you have. I can also take other specific picture upon request.
SERIOUS BIDDERS ONLY!! YOU MAY HEAR IT RUN IN PERSON, BUT DRIVING IT WILL BE AT MY DISCRETION, NO JOYRIDES!!!!!
Thank you for your interest, and good luck!!!
This is a RESERVE PRICE Auction. If my minumum price isnt met, i will not sell the car, or I reserve the right to sell it to the highest bidder if it is colse to my price. Thaks again!!
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