[markdavies1981]

Hi i am thinking of buying a 1999 z3 with 73k miles. It is in excellent condition.
I do not know a great deal about cars so could anyone give me some advice on what to look for when going to have a look.
The engine should last until 150k shouldnt it?
when should the cat be changed and will the timing chain last the lifetime of the car?

thanks for your time

 

[Ronnie]

Have a look here http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/caradvice/2740724/Buyers'-guide-BMW-Z3-(1997-to-2003).html

What engine size are you going for? as for 150,000 miles, no problems if serviced and looked after properly. And the chain should last the life of the car no problems

 

[markdavies1981]

im going for the 1900 engine at only 3800. Looks a really nice car but want to be sure of what im getting before i bu. Thanks for the reply.

how much do you think i could pick up a seperate hard top for? Preferably silver. Do you know anywhere that sells them

cheers

 

[cjack]

the m44 1.9 engine fitted is the same in my 318 mine is running fine with 160k on it

 

[Boostist]

As above.

Its a well proven engine, very hardy and cheap to maintain.

Have a read of this

http://www.bimmerforums.co.uk/forum/f92/bmw-e36-buying-guide-m3-but-applies-to-t63/


its an exhaustive guide to buying an E36 M3 but all of teh bodywork info still applies.

Everything except the engine and M3 specific stuff is worth knowing when you go to view :thumbsup

 

[maikothegreek]

i would like to add the following!!!!

LOOK FOR LEAKING ROOFs, i bought a z3 with leaking roof and it was a nightmare in the rain and at the car wash. feel for damp carpets and see if the interior is stained if no leather. other than that it is a fantastic little two seater