Description:
The BMW Z3 is available as a coupe or roadster in five versions. The Z3 roadster is equipped with either a 184-hp 2.5L six-cylinder engine or a 225-hp 3.0L six-cylinder engine. The Z3 coupe utilizes the 3.0L engine. Also standard with the 3.0L are larger brakes,17-inch alloy wheels, and high performance tires. The M Coupe and M Roadster offer higher performance with a 3.2L, 315-hp engine, dual exhaust, sport-calibrated suspension, and four-wheel ventilated disc brakes. All models are standard with a five-speed manual transmission. The 2.5L and 3.0L models are available with the following options: a Steptronic five-speed automatic transmission, and heated seats/mirrors. The Z3 Roadsters also offer a Sport Package and a Premium Package.
2002 BMW Z3
Rating:
BMW Z3 3.0L Manual (sports review)
pros: Stunning looks, very fast, class player, handles well, great features, well rounded.
cons: Not best performance value, visability, chassis flex, cramped interior, clutch, not made, suspension.
Rating:
End of the line...the 2002 M Roadster
pros: Still frighteningly fast with great looks. Not many out there.
cons: Expensive, plastic rear window, can't fix rim damage, rear suspension.
Rating:
Fun, sporty, beautiful design
pros: Drives great in city, sharp design.
cons: Should've gotten the M3 version, the 6-cylinder is just not fast enough.
Rating:
Sacrilege -- I drive an automatic Z3 (manual 2.5 and 3.0 also reviewed)
pros: fun fun fun, very responsive engines and chassis, low beltline
cons: beyond my budget, chintzy cupholder, out of production
Rating:
Best Car I've Ever Owned!
pros: Fast, Sexy, Purrs, like supple nubuck leather, Driving with the top down is amazing.
cons: Plastic Rear Window folds easy, but it is not glass.
