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wheaties99, 04/23/2005
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is truly one of the most fun cars to drive. Excellent acceleration. You definitely need manual transmission for the true driving experience.Is there road noise? yes! That is what makes this car fun. Not only do you feel the road but you hear it as well. You have to drive one to know what I mean. Step on the gas and feel the rear end squat and the front end raise!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Joey Martin, 01/11/2009
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I am sorry I have not bought at least 5 Z3s. Of the 52 cars I have owned in my life this is my favorite. When the car first came out a friend let me drive his 1.9 around Elkhart Lake and it was a ball, albeit under powered for that track. Then I bought the regulatory Boxster then an SL 500 plus others. At last I found a pristine 1997 2.8. Wow, this car is so well balanced that it makes even an old timer like me look good in the twisties. The 2.8 engine is wonderful. Lots of torque and smooth. Yes, I know the M; to me the M has so much power for the chassis that it is, Corvette like. I will keep my 97 for a very long time even if I find a perfect 2002. Enjoy!
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BMW Z3 "Atlanta Metallic Blue"
TexasBob, 08/21/2019
1997 BMW Z3 1.9 2dr Convertible
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
My 1997 BMW Z3 had approx. 147,000 miles on it....the exterior paint was in pristine condition, new tires, new convertible top. I knew it would need work, so, it has become my hobby to restore it....upgrading it where it needed to be. I picked this car up for $4,500.00 & have spent approx. $4k...new stereo, the convertible top cover that hides the top as I usually have the top down (looks much better). New spark plugs & spark plug wires, new fluids. This Z3 is a 1.9L engine (140 hp), though it has a "Dinan" cold air engine intake, that adds about 15 hp. Drives like a dream...shifting the manual gears is like a knife thru butter. Just a SUPER FUN sports car to drive. I keep it polished and the wheels shiny black. I've even had a few people come up to me and ask me "Is that a NEW car?". And I would tell them, "No, it's a 1997 BMW Z3...so, 22 yrs. old. The color and engine in my Z3 is the SAME as that of the BMW Z3 used in the James Bond movie "Golden Eye" with actor Pierce Brosnan...though, the car was under used in the movie...Q, presented this Atlanta Metallic Blue BMW Z3 to James Bond in the movie. Great mileage (though, it has to have Premium unleaded)...close to 30 mpg city and highway. Though it only has 140 hp, with the 5 speed transmission, this car is quick...goes around corners like it's on rails. I've owned several other nice sports cars, including a 2003 new convertible Corvette (this BMW Z3 is more fun to drive). I am retired and will probably only put 2,000 to 3,000 miles per yr. on this car, so, I'm not concerned about the mileage it has on it. I actually owned a NEW 1998 BMW Z3 Convertible (drove it for 8 yrs. - wish now I had never sold it).
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Tanya Magness, 12/28/2015
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
A great, fun dependable car. I have enjoyed this car and still do. Feeling down, then put the convertible top down and hit the curvy roads.
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Still Turning Heads after 14 years!!!
TJRoadster, 11/30/2010
1997 BMW Z3 1.9 2dr Convertible
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Great car. Plenty of zip for a 1.9 l. It begs for acceleration into curves. Very tight build. Low slung. Handles curves with vim and vigor. Fun car to drive, especially on country roads. Never had a BMW but now, the ultimate driving machine motto takes on real meaning.