BMW M-Coupé (Z3 M)

BMW M-Coupe (Z3M).

321 horsepower in an eye-catching package, how fun is that! 
The M-Coupe (the Z3M with a fixed roof) came in parallel with the Z3 M-Roadster and is actually a healthy mix of the E36 M3 and Z3. The 3.2 liter from the M3 is a gem, with 6 separate throttle valves per cylinder, variable camshaft adjustment and much more of what you would expect from a true M product. Coupled with a 5-speed gearbox, rear axle with limited slip, rigid body and 4 fat exhausts that produce a wonderful sound, you are assured of limitless driving pleasure. Opinions on the looks differ enormously. Some absolutely hate it, others discover true love at first sight. In our eyes, it dries up nicely and is truly a striking and fun Coupe.

The M Coupe was developed to add more rigidity to the platform of the Z3 Roadster. 
This makes it the even sportier version of the two M family members. 

The management of BMW AG reluctantly gave permission to build the M Coupe. To ensure the success of the M3, the M-Coupe (aka clownshoe) received hardly any marketing budget and was only available with a 5-speed gearbox while there was room for the 6-speed gearbox available in the M3 3.2.

This Estoril Blue, surely the color to have on this car, saw the light of day in 1999 when the BMW was newly delivered to the Netherlands. It can be deduced from Finnik that the BMW has had only 4 private owners. Over the years no expense was spared on maintenance or repair, except for one service, exclusively by BMW dealers!

Paint, rims, tires, interior, technology, everything about this car is in pristine condition and top maintained. Minimal signs of use are present, but also ensure that the car is just usable for beautiful rides.

Our opinion

Only 6300 units were made of the M coupe. This makes it a special car with a high collectors' status. Just try to find one in this condition, originally Dutch delivered, dealer maintained and this low mileage. The few owners have pampered this M-coupe. 

About the seller

The seller traded in this car and its sister (an M-roadster) from an enthusiast. Since the seller represents a different brand, he has decided to auction them off through The Collectables to ensure that both cars end up back in the right enthusiast's hands.

Options

Estoril Blue Metallic 
Seat heating
Headlight washers
BMW Radio, cassette and CD changer

Modifications

None, the BMW is completely original.

Remarks

Stone chips after mileage and age
The BMW has been partially, for cosmetic reasons, repainted. This was done very professionally by BMW Dusseldorp Den Haag, among others, where also most of the maintenance on the M was performed. 

Recent maintenance history

The maintenance is fully documented and stamped in the service booklet.
Of a large part, even the invoices are still preserved. 

See photos for maintenance specifications

• 06-01-1999 at 0km F. Breeman Rotterdam
• 25-02-1999 at 2.031 F. Breeman Rotterdam
• 15-09-1999 at 20.709km F. Breeman Rotterdam
• 04-02-2002 at 31.000km Car company Beeks B.V.
• 00-02-2003 Brake fluid, further no info filled in
• 15-02-2005 at 43.027km BMW Zoetermeer 
• 16-03-2006 at 52.716km BMW Zoetermeer
• 25-04-2008 at 56.638km BMW The Hague
• 12-05-2009 at 58.063km BMW The Hague
• 25-04-2012 at 62.835km BMW The Hague
• 24-06-2015 at 65.645km BMW The Hague
• 22-06-2021 at 66.435km BMW The Hague 
• 07-10-2021 at 66,508km BMW The Hague 

• 19-10-2021 at 66.508km all rims recoated
• 03-03-2022 at 66.513km new Michelin tires

Included in sale

• 2 original keys
• Original board folder
• Complete folder with documentations and invoices

Summary

Salesperson - Business
Location - Gelderland
Chassis number - WBSCM91060LB55392
Registration number - XNLN97
First registration - 06-01-1999
Mileage - 69,000
Demonstration - Yes, through documentation.
Warranty - No
VAT/margin car - Margin
Bodywork - Coupe
Engine - 3.2 liter line 6 with 321hp & 350 Nm
Drive system - Rear wheel drive
Transmission - 5 speed manual
Tires - Michelin PilotSport tires 17 inch 2022 all around 7mm profile
Exterior - Estoril Blue Metallic B45
Interior - Black with blue accents
Upholstery - Leather
Smoking car - No
Owners - 4
Owned since - 12-03-2022

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