1996 BMW Z3

Autodynamica Performance / FPL Cars is pleased to present to your consideration this pristine 1996 BMW Z3 with 34,360 original miles. Finished in red with a black leather interior and black fabric convertible top, this is a fun open car capable of producing a very special kind of feeling of connection with the environment since the windshield header sits well forward like the great ragtops of yore, allowing one to feel the wind in one’s hair and an interrupted field of view in every direction, quite different from that of newer open cars where one sits in a sort of cocoon with the windshield header either directly above or even behind while sitting beneath a very tall beltline. In this case the top of the door is at just the right height to rest your elbow making for a very open and airy experience. You can look up and see the trees, traffic lights, etc. Driving is quite analog specially being this a manual transmission car. The Getrag Five-Speed shifts smoothly and positively, while the clutch feels substantial but not even remotely like the leg press machine at the gym. The naturally aspirated 1.9 litre DOHC inline four-cylinder responds eagerly and instantaneously to throttle input with a very linear power delivery as do the brakes and steering, promoting a supremely satisfying kind of fusion between man (or woman) and machine that’s not hampered by any computer doing translator duty in between. Everything is smooth and progressive with no jerks or surges. The kind of fluid, spirited driving experience that made BMWs famous as The Ultimate Driving Machine. This car is equipped with Automatic Stability Control (ASC) so the fun doesn't stop when it starts to rain. It has power side mirrors. The original five-spoke wheels, clean and free of any curb rash, carry Michelin Pilot Sport All-Season 255/50ZR16 tires in a square setup, dated November/December 2021 so they have at least four more years of life left in them. The original single-DIN-size head unit controls a CD changer in the trunk with capacity for six discs and it can also play your favorite Grunge cassette tape for a fully immersive nineties experience. The paint is smooth shiny. We have checked every single panel with a depth gauge and could not find any signs of a repaint. The black leather is soft and pliable with no drying, cracks, discoloration or fading. The black canvas top is flexible, and the rear window is clear and free of any fogging or scratches, as are the head and taillights, which look clear and bright. This particular car has led a pampered life in the hands of a mature collector who has kept her in an air-conditioned garage while religiously following a strict maintenance schedule. It is basically a time-capsule that will transport you to the twilight years of the 20th century with style and grace. We’ll be happy to take your call as soon as possible to discuss pricing and delivery options.