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1997 Bmw Z-3 2.8 M52 Classic Roadster As Close As You Will Get To Brand New on 2040-cars

US $11,900.00
Year:1997 Mileage:17000
Location:

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
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I hate to sell my "SPY CAR", but I have lost my winter storage and don't want to wait till fall to sell.  I lose out on a driving season and you gain one!

I purchased this Classic BMW beauty on E-Bay in the fall of 2008.  At the time the vehicle only had 5,000 miles and was and still is in like new condition. I flew to Boston and drove her back home to Canada.  

The "beamer" is an American built vehicle and the odometer (distance travelled) reads in mileage and not kilometres. Like most vehicles on the road, the speedometer shows both, mileage and kilometres  For anyone in Canada that might be concerned if the Z-3 is Canadian Certified, then please don't be!  I installed the day time running light module and it had no other issues for passing the Canadian safety. I have the R.I.V. certificate sticker placed on the interior of the trunk lid. { See Photo's } Plus I would not been able to have driven it for the last 6 years if it wasn't certified!  

Amazingly, she only has 16,900 miles, or 27,200 klm.  That averages out to only 1,000 miles a year.

I am a VERY FUSSY vehicle owner and truly babied this Z-3 from day one. She had been my dream car when they came out in 1996!  Oil and filter change every season, no exceptions. Coolant flush and fill was performed 3 yrs ago.  She really didn't need much else!

The paint was waxed at least twice a season. Our driving season is short, only from mid May till mid October. I always waited until mid-May to put her on the road as I wanted all the winter road grime to be cleaned away.  The paint sparkles as she was still in the show room.

At 50 plus years of age, I can assure you that I am NO speed demon. I never did anything stupid with this car, in regards to speed or misuse!

This car is a real head turner and conversation piece. Don't expect to get gas or go shopping without someone "drooling" and wanting to talk about this beauty.  My license plate reads "SPY CAR", because James Bond used a BMW Z-3 in the 1996 movie Golden Eye. The first time that a German car was used for James Bond and the first movie ever to show off the all new Z-3 .

The beamer is equipped with a computer performance chip, a performance exhaust and a K&N air filter system. These three items help bring the horse power up from the stock 190 to apprx. 210.  The performance exhaust is not too loud and won't break any windows ha-ha, but does give the car a very nice "throaty" sound!  I still have the original exhaust and you are welcome to take that home with you as well.

I also installed a three (3) spoke European Style steering wheel. Looks so much nicer than the stock wheel. I have also installed roll bars that finishes off that unique roadster convertible look. The front part of the hood and front bumper have a clear vinyl protective cover, that the original owner had installed.

Even though the Michelin Pilot tires are 17 years old, you would think they were new. No cracks on the side walls with plenty of tread depth.

The "Zed" was always just a sunny day summer drive and seldom driven in the rain. Always garaged by mid October.

She comes with the original set of keys and key-less entry. She also has an Alarm system.

I have also purchased the cream colour, tailored fit car cover along with the hood nose bra, front bumper bra and R.V. Mirror covers.

I could go on ALL day bragging about my "Spy Car", but I will finish with the following; 

You will simply not be disappointed with this Z-3.  If I love it then I am almost certain that you will as well. As I said earlier, I am extremely fussy about the vehicles I drive and how I take care of them. Pride in ownership shows, inside and out!!!

I also wanted to mention that this Z-3 is more than ready to take on any road trip you might have in mind. She is presently still in storage and will stay that way until she finds a new home. I have NO plans to drive her this year so the mileage will not change. I will also change the engine oil and filter before she leaves and do my best to make sure she is road ready. 

If you use my BIN option, I will give pay your first  $500.00 usd  for either your shipping or travel cost. I will also include the cream colour car cover { worth $300.00 plus } and both hood and front bumper bra's along with the R.V. mirror covers. { worth another $200.00 plus } .  All three items would easily cost you over $500.00 usd.     Save $1,000.00 just for using my BIN option!!!

If you are the lucky winner, I will also need a $1,000.00 deposit on Pay-Pal within 48 hrs.  The remain cost of the vehicle can be paid with either a Bank Draft or Money Order. You can also come with cash if you are picking her up and driving her home. Awesome time of the year for a "top down" trip on the highway!  

If you are pre-paying in advance, then I will need sufficient time to clear your choice of payment, before the car can leave.  NO PAY PAL please for final payment. 

I pride myself in being an honest, friendly seller with very good communication skills.  I do my best to answer all questions in a timely manner and remember, there are NO stupid questions.  The more you ask the more you will know about this Classic Z-3 and the more you will realize that you should purchase her!!

If you are shipping this vehicle, I will be happy to do what I can, to help you in this process. Please be aware that you are fully responsible for obtaining any documentation that is required for this car to cross the border, registering and insuring this vehicle once you get it home. Again, I will be happy to work with you and help in any way I can. 

Last but not least. Please don't be concerned about the date stamp on the pictures. Yes the pictures were taken in 2009, but in NO WAY is the Z-3 any different today then it was then. Only the mileage has changed.  I only drove it apprx. 2,000 miles a year.  My drive back from Boston was just over 2,000 miles.

I sincerely apologies if I have made any errors in my write up. I am being completely honest and up front about this Z-3 and tried to describe it as accurately as possible.  If you read something that doesn't make sense, then please don't hesitate to bring it to my attention!   THANKS!

Thanks for reading and all the BEST in your search! 









 


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