1998 BMW Z3

A superb and unmodified example of the cult-classic BMW Clownshoe. One of just seven UK-supplied cars finished in Estoril Blue over Black Nappa leather with grey inserts, this 1998 Z3M Coupe has covered 109,000 miles from new, with only four previous owners. One of them was the founder of Munich Legends, who kept it as his personal car provenance doesnt come much finer.This example comes with a full stamped service history and a substantial file of supporting documents. In 2025, it received extensive maintenance from BMW specialists Spartan Automotive, while Michelin Pilot Sports are fitted on all four corners.Service History:27/11/98 Delivery BMW Cambridge07/01/99 1,348 miles BMW Cambridge20/08/99 7,710 miles BMW Cambridge15/06/00 14,649 miles BMW Cambridge13/11/00 22,584 miles BMW Cambridge01/05/01 30,009 miles BMW Bury St Edmunds21/09/01 38,176 miles BMW Bury St Edmunds31/10/02 45,438 miles BMW Bury St Edmunds22/01/04 52,446 miles BMW Cambridge12/09/04 59,651 miles BMW Maidstone16/11/05 67,004 miles BMW Maidstone13/12/06 74,866 miles Munich Legends15/05/09 85,416 miles Munich Legends28/04/10 88,487 miles Munich Legends20/05/11 90,000 miles Munich Legends18/05/12 96,482 miles Munich Legends17/05/13 97,809 miles Munich Legends05/01/15 100,000 miles Munich Legends16/06/16 100,957 miles Munich Legends23/04/21 103,519 miles JG Engineering24/03/25 104,605 miles Spartan Automotive28/07/25 108,769 miles Spartan AutomotiveUnder the bonnet is BMWs revered 3.2-litre S50B32 straight-six, the same engine found in the E36 M3 Evolution mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. Revving to 7,400rpm, it delivers 321bhp and 258lb-ft of torque via a limited-slip differential to the rear wheels. Weighing as little as 1,420kg, the Z3M Coupe can still mix it with modern sportscars: Autocar clocked 060mph in just 4.9 seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 155mph.Originally born from a skunkworks project inside BMW M, the Coupe featured a stiffened chassis and a distinctive shooting brake silhouette, giving it noticeably more torsional rigidity than the Roadster. Combine that with near-perfect 50:50 weight distribution and youve got one of the most exciting and engaging M cars of its generation. Theres no traction control - this is a car that rewards smooth inputs and respect. That said, modern tyres have tempered its reputation as a handful, allowing the rich character and rewarding dynamics to shine through.And then theres the shape part sports car, part compact GT. Surprisingly practical for something this focused, it offers just enough space to make it usable for longer trips, yet remains razor-sharp on a Sunday morning blast. In other words, a proper dual-purpose machine.Presented in excellent, original condition, its a rare opportunity to acquire a modern M classic with strong provenance and enthusiast ownership.Book a private appointment now at our Berwick-upon-Tweed showroom.Finance arranged. Part exchange considered. AutoTrader 5-star rated dealership two years running.Opposite Stock your destination for hand-picked modern classics.