This page will contain discussion groups about BMW Z3, as they become available.BMW Z3The BMW Z3 was the first modern mass-market roadster produced by BMW, as well as the first BMW model assembled in the United States. It was introduced as a 1996 model year vehicle, shortly after being featured in the James Bond movie, GoldenEye. There were a few variants of the car before its production run ended in 2002, including a coupe version for 1999. It was manufactured and assembled in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The Z3 was replaced by the BMW Z4 in late 2002 at the Paris Auto Show. OverviewThe Z3 was developed from the E36 platform of the 3 Series. The resulting platform is sometimes referred to as the E36/7. The rear semi-trailing arm suspension from the E30 was used rather than the more sophisticated multilink suspension from the E36. At first, just the 1.9 L M44B19 straight-4 engine was offered, though its 138 hp made the car less of a performer than many buyers wanted. Interior appointments, too, were not up to the standard of other BMW models, and the plastic rear window looked especially bad compared to the glass unit found on the much-cheaper 1999 Mazda Miata. BMW Z3This little four was complemented by a pair of straight-6es in 1997, the 2.3 L and 2.8 L M52B28. The 2.8 L engine, taken from the 328i, was especially desirable with its 189 hp. The M Roadster (see below) appeared in 1998 with a 3.2 L S52B32 I6, just as the four was retired. All of the engines were replaced when the car was freshened for 2001. Now, the range consisted of the 2.5 L M52B25, 3.0 L M52B30, and (for the M Roadster) 3.2 L S54B32. All three of these straight-6 engines lasted through the end of the car's run in 2002. Also freshened was the car's interior appointments, though the plastic window remained. The Z3 proved quite reliable, with problems limited to bad oxygen sensors, a flimsy plastic water pump, and failing rear shock mounts. The car's retro styling was popular, and Z3s have held their value fairly well in the resale market. M RoadsterFrom 1998 to 2002, the Motorsports division of BMW produced the M Roadster which included suspension upgrades and the engine from the BMW M3. The 1998, 1999 and 2000 M roadster had the 3.2L S52 (U.S. Spec) or S50 (Europe) motor from the E36 M3 into it with quad exhaust. The 2001 and 2002 models had the S54 motor from the E46 M3. There were also interior upgrades with additional gauges in the center console, lighted "M" shift knob, various chrome bits throughout the cockpit and sport seats as standard equipment. Exterior changes were larger wheels spaced further apart and more aggressive fenders than were installed on the regular Z3. Hardtops were available as an option. CoupeIn addition to the roadster version of the Z3, BMW also released a coupe featuring a chassis-stiffening rear hatch area. The coupe was available as the Z3 Coupe from 1999 to 2001 or as the BMW Motorsport-enhanced M Coupe from 1999 to 2002. The Z3 Coupes were only available with the largest 6-cylinder engine offered in the Z3 roadster: the 2.8 L in 1999 and 2000 and the 3.0 L in 2001. The 1999 and 2000 M models were equipped with the 3.2L S52 (U.S. Spec) or S50 (Europe) motor from the E36 BMW M3, while all the 2001 and 2002 models came with the S54 motor from the E46 BMW M3. Famous OwnersGeorge O'Callaghan - Professional footballer. AwardsThe M Coupe/M Roadster made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1999. References
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The M Coupe/M Roadster made Car and Driver magazine's Ten Best list for 1999. The Z3 Coupes were only available with the largest 6-cylinder engine offered in the Z3 roadster: the 2.8 L in 1999 and 2000 and the 3.0 L in 2001. Buffalo (mine protected vehicle). The coupe was available as the Z3 Coupe from 1999 to 2001 or as the BMW Motorsport-enhanced M Coupe from 1999 to 2002.. Buffalo Club is a country music band that debuted in 1998. In addition to the roadster version of the Z3, BMW also released a coupe featuring a chassis-stiffening rear hatch area. Buffalo wings are, in fact, chicken wings, deep-fried and coated in a spicy sauce. Hardtops were available as an option. Buffalo is the name of a drinking game, especially popular in Iceland. Exterior changes were larger wheels spaced further apart and more aggressive fenders than were installed on the regular Z3. Buffaloes the nickname of South Africa's national Australian rules football team. There were also interior upgrades with additional gauges in the center console, lighted "M" shift knob, various chrome bits throughout the cockpit and sport seats as standard equipment. Buffalo Springfield was a folk and psychedelic rock band. The 2001 and 2002 models had the S54 motor from the E46 M3. Buffalo Boots is a shoe brand. Spec) or S50 (Europe) motor from the E36 M3 into it with quad exhaust. Buffalo fish is a type of fish found in the Mississippi valley. The 1998, 1999 and 2000 M roadster had the 3.2L S52 (U.S. The Buffalo or Brewster_F2A was a type of plane used by Allied (and Finnish) forces during World War II. From 1998 to 2002, the Motorsports division of BMW produced the M Roadster which included suspension upgrades and the engine from the BMW M3. Buffalo was a type of amphibious vehicle used by Allied forces during World War II. The car's retro styling was popular, and Z3s have held their value fairly well in the resale market. Buffalo was at one time the proposed name for a province in Western Canada that would have encompassed what is now Alberta and Saskatchewan, both of which emerged instead in 1905. The Z3 proved quite reliable, with problems limited to bad oxygen sensors, a flimsy plastic water pump, and failing rear shock mounts. BUFFALO is also an acronym for Bit User Fast Friendly Aid to Logical Operations, a monitor program for the Freescale 68HC11 microcontroller. Also freshened was the car's interior appointments, though the plastic window remained. Buffalo is the name of a heavy metal band. All three of these straight-6 engines lasted through the end of the car's run in 2002. The intercollegiate athletic teams of the University of Colorado are known as the Buffaloes or "Buffs". Now, the range consisted of the 2.5 L M52B25, 3.0 L M52B30, and (for the M Roadster) 3.2 L S54B32. Buffalo is also a type of grass. All of the engines were replaced when the car was freshened for 2001. several Buffalo rivers throughout the US and one in South Africa. The M Roadster (see below) appeared in 1998 with a 3.2 L S52B32 I6, just as the four was retired. Buffalo City Municipality, Eastern Cape in South Africa. The 2.8 L engine, taken from the 328i, was especially desirable with its 189 hp. Buffalo Grove, Illinois. This little four was complemented by a pair of straight-6es in 1997, the 2.3 L and 2.8 L M52B28. Buffalo County, Wisconsin. Interior appointments, too, were not up to the standard of other BMW models, and the plastic rear window looked especially bad compared to the glass unit found on the much-cheaper 1999 Mazda Miata. Buffalo Township, Pennsylvania. At first, just the 1.9 L M44B19 straight-4 engine was offered, though its 138 hp made the car less of a performer than many buyers wanted. Buffalo, Wyoming. The rear semi-trailing arm suspension from the E30 was used rather than the more sophisticated multilink suspension from the E36. Buffalo City, Wisconsin. The resulting platform is sometimes referred to as the E36/7. Buffalo, Marquette County, Wisconsin. The Z3 was developed from the E36 platform of the 3 Series. Buffalo, Buffalo County, Wisconsin. . Buffalo, Wisconsin
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