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1998 Bmw Z3 M Roadster Convertible 2-door 3.2l on 2040-cars
US $24,999.00
Year:1998
Mileage:31700
Location:
Hudson, Quebec, Canada
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-One of the most collectible BMW M's, the 1998 M-Roadster was THE FIRST M in a Roadster body, with quad pipes, a signature since standard on all M's, whether they have 6-8-10 or 12 cylinders
-It is (mechanically) based on the VENERABLE E36 M3, a piece of automotive history! For the first 3 years, also features the S52 engine, also a piece of history; possibly the best 6 cylinder of all time. DINAN produced over 500hp from these with no compromise on reliability! Way more complexity was introduced with the S54, which was eventually phased out and replaced by the current V8 (on M3's); most experienced BMW techs would rather own/maintain/tune a S52. -It has little in common with the standard Z3, as it sits lower, is substantially wider, and nearly every chassis component and brakes are vastly improved -It was THE FASTEST PRODUCTION BMW EVER when introduced, and will GUARANTEE a smile on your face every time you take it out! -North American version electronically limited to 220km/h |
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