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Used 1997 BMW Z3 Consumer Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.75 out of 5 stars

Looking for fun & fuel savings??

Frank Armstrong, 05/25/2009
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
6 of 8 people found this review helpful

After gas went sky high in mid-2008, I started looking for a commuter car, but also wanted fun. After some research, I decided on a Z-3, and looked on Auto Trader and E-Bay for a good one. I was fortunate to find a 1997 with the 2.8 six cylinder, five speed and only 42,000 miles. After nearly a year, I can tell you this was a great choice. Plenty of performance and drop top fun, plus a solid 26.8 mpg. I bet the 4 cyl are even better mileage, but the 6 is awesome. These cars have some quirks, like a sloppy seat track that allows you to slip forward and back on braking, but overall the car is a great value. Unfortunately, you aren't likely to find a good one at the Edmunds price.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A real British roadster

Ralph Chantry, 09/25/2002
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

In British racing green. The car I have wanted but couldn't get from british cars.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Alot of FUN

Monkekman, 11/24/2002
1997 BMW Z3 1.9 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

I have a z3 and I love driving it.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Roadster Experience

Hook Em, 01/03/2003
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

VROOM! Love the power & response! You will definitely turn heads in this one. Surprisingly quiet ride and everything at your fingertips.

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5 out of 5 stars

Z3 BMW

David Marc Brookings, 03/25/2002
1997 BMW Z3 2.8 2dr Convertible
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Nothing but awesome! Lots of power in the 2.8 You will turn heads. Car is very tight

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