If you want a BMW Z3 then do not go for the 1.9 version. The small engine, although provides some torque, is not up to the job to power a heavy 2 seater roadster. I bought a 1997 model in blue, with 65,000 miles on the clock for £8,000 back in April 2006. After changing jobs I fancied a change in car. I had always wanted a small two seater convertible and had considered the MX-5 and MGF. Although I like the look of both of these cars they are a bit.....well...... ponzy. I wanted a 'mans' convertible. Unfortunately the SLK, Z4 etc were way beyond my budget, as was the Z3 - or so I thought..... When I saw the Z3 I had to have ...  Read the complete review

I have had a T plate Z3 for almost a year now and have to say its a pretty average car as far as small convertibles go. Full leather, manual roof, electric seats and windows, ABS, power steering, central locking and large enough boot space. I paid £3200 for the car with 89k miles on. Not a bad price for the car really. Especially when you compare the price with an Audi TT min £7k or a Merc SLK min £8k (old model) It does however come with a number of bug bears. 1. Leaking roof - I havent had a convertible that leaks since I had a Triumph TR7 (and I have had a lot of convertible cars). No matter what the garage tried they couldnt get the ...  Read the complete review

Hi, I have recently purchased a 1.9L BMW Z3, and I love it, its reasonably old being an S reg but cost just under four thousand pounds. To begin with i found the bonnet a little too long (I previously had a corsa). This caused me to be worried about driving at night as i didn't feel the road was as well lit. However, i have now had the car three months and i am so pleased i bought it. The miles to the gallon are much better than i expected, i am used to driving at night and it no longer causes me stress. I have had no problems and although its done nearly 90000 miles and has had 4 previous owners it seems to drive better than my friends brand new MX5. The boot space ...  Read the complete review

My dad bought one of these as a perk for himself. He had never had a BMW before and pretty much shocked my entire family when he got it. But he knows cars.! He's worked in the industry for 40 years and has a passion and collection that is unrivalled. This car is stunning. From the moment you slide into the leather interior you feel like you have control of an animal. The 1.8 litre was a nice car but the 2 litre has that something extra.! The steering is precise, the acceleration great and the engine noise godly.! Apart from you and your passenger there is not much space left although the boot holds more than you would imagine. Fuel consumption is not too bad and ...  Read the complete review

This car looks the part, it does not matter if the basic one is slow. Cars like this are not just about speed, just sit in one and you will know what I mean. I had a test drive of one recently (it took some pursuading). It really was was easy to drive and great for posing. Better still if it was not raining. No rear wipers is a bit of a shame, but how many sports cars have rears! Fuel consumption? How can I tell in a test drive, but it's not that heavy a car so should be fine. ...  Read the complete review