1998 BMW Z3 2.8 Automatic - Only 42,500 Miles

Highlights

• In current ownership for over seven years, averaging approximately 600 miles per year
• Summer use only; garaged during winter months throughout ownership
• Advisory-free MOT valid until September 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

The BMW Z3 continues to be amongst the most characterful cars from the Bavarian marque over the past thirty years; its long-nosed proportions feel like a callback to the golden age of the open-top sports car, while the sonorous straight-six and easy-going transmission make for an endlessly enjoyable car that's capable of stirring the soul of even the most jaded driver.

This Montreal Blue metallic example with contrasting tan leather seats and black interior trim has been in the care of its current keeper for over seven years. Used exclusively during the summer months and stored in a garage throughout winter, it has averaged just 600 miles per year. The vendor reports the car to be a fine runner, with all electrical systems - including air conditioning, electric hood, electric windows and electric seats - said to be in full working order.

A history file accompanies the car with invoices and MOT certificates dating back to 2002. The car is accompanied by an MOT until September 2026.

Key Information

• Mileage: 42,500 miles (supported by history file and MOT records)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until September 2026
• Technical specs: 2,793cc inline six-cylinder petrol, four-speed automatic
• Paperwork: History file with invoices and MOT certificates dating back to 2002; BMW Z3 wallet with information booklets; no stamped service booklet

The Detail

• Bodywork appears straight and well-kept
• Leather seats and carpets look in fine order
• All instruments, switches and electrical systems reportedly in good working order
• Black fabric roof is reportedly watertight
• Some rubbing marks present on the rear plastic window where the hood folds
  • The vendor notes this can be unzipped and replaced but has been left as-is
• Premium E5 petrol used throughout the current keeper's ownership
• All four tyres reported to show very little wear
• Passed MOT in September 2025 with no advisories; only 37 miles covered since
• Comes with two keys and a rear wind deflector
• Original BMW stereo cassette/radio with boot-mounted six-disc CD changer

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