
































1997 BMW Z3 Roadster 1.9L – Classic Drop-Top Charm with Everyday Efficiency
This 1997 BMW Z3 delivers timeless roadster appeal with clean styling and reliable performance. Finished in Alpine White with a beige interior, it’s powered by a 1.9-liter 4-cylinder engine and has just 103,893 miles—a great opportunity for a classic convertible at an affordable price. This 2-door soft-top convertible offers rear-wheel drive dynamics and is rated at an efficient 23 mpg city / 31 mpg highway, making it fun to drive without sacrificing practicality. Whether you’re looking for a weekend cruiser or an affordable entry into the BMW lineup, this Z3 has both style and legacy.
Key Specs:
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1.9L 4-cylinder engine
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Rear-wheel drive
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Mileage: 103,893 miles
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Exterior: Alpine White • Interior: Beige
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Body Style: 2-door roadster
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Fuel Economy: 23 mpg city / 31 mpg highway
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Model Year: 1997
With its iconic silhouette and smooth road manners, this Z3 is the perfect blend of vintage BMW charm and open-air freedom.
- Verified Equipment
- Standard Features
- Tech Specs
- Factory Equipment
- Consumer Information
- Factory Options
- STANDARD PAINT
- Selected Equipment
- 4-Cyl 1.9 Liter
- AM/FM Stereo
- Air Conditioning
- Cruise Control
- Power Door Locks
- Power Steering
- Power Windows
- RWD
- Wheels: Aluminum/Alloy
- Safety
- Hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH)
- Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- Auto front seatbelt tensioners
- Auto locking retractors on all seat belts
- Exterior
- Manual roadster top
- Body-color hydraulic energy absorbing bumpers (damage control to 9-MPH)
- Halogen free-form headlights (low beams)
- Halogen free-form fog lights
- Variable 2-speed intermittent windshield wipers w/single wipe mode
- Interior
- 4-way pwr driver seat
- 2-way pwr passenger seat
- Leather manual shift knob/steering wheel/handbrake grip/boot
- Multi-function digital clock
- Driveaway protection (disables engine when double-lock feature engaged)
- Pre-wired for BMW remote keyless-entry security system
- Electronic analog speedometer/tachometer
- LCD main & trip odometers
- Service interval indicator
- Central locking system-inc: double lock anti-theft feature, console switch
- Pwr windows-inc: key-off operation, 1-touch up/down
- Cruise control
- Air conditioning
- Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: 120 watt 6-channel amplifier, 6 speakers
- Mast antenna
- Pre-wired for CD changer
- Pre-wired for BMW cellular telephone
- Illuminated master key
- Dual front cupholders/coinholder
- Courtesy lights w/fade-in/out feature
- Mechanical
- 1.9L DOHC 16-valve inline 4-cyl engine
- Rear wheel drive
- Direct ignition system w/knock control
- Elect engine-management system
- 80-amp alternator
- 70 amp/hr battery
- Strut-type front suspension w/arc-shaped lower arms
- Semi-trailing arm rear suspension
- Front/rear coil springs, twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers, stabilizer bars
- 225/50ZR16 performance radial tires
- 16" x 7.0 cast alloy wheels
- Variable engine-speed-sensitive pwr-assisted rack and pinion steering
- Vacuum-assisted front/rear disc brakes
- 13.5 gallon fuel tank
- Tool kit under trunk floor
- Chassis
- Tires
- Front Tire Size: P225/50R16
- Rear Tire Size: P225/50R16
- Spare Tire Size: P225/50R16
- Brakes
- Brake Type: Pwr-Assisted
- Brake ABS System: Four-Wheel
- Disc - Front (Yes or ): Yes
- Disc - Rear (Yes or ): Yes
- Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 11.3 x - TBD - in
- Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness: 11.0 x - TBD - in
- Wheels
- Front Wheel Size: 16 x 7 in
- Rear Wheel Size: 16 x 7 in
- Spare Wheel Size: 16 x 7 in
- Front Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Rear Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Spare Wheel Material: Aluminum
- Steering
- Steering Type: Pwr Rack & Pinion
- Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 15.4
- Lock to Lock Turns (Steering): 2.75
- Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb: 32.8 ft
- Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall: - TBD - ft
- Fuel Tank
- Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx: 13.5 gal
- Suspension
- Suspension Type - Front: Coil Spring
- Suspension Type - Rear: Coil Spring
- Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): w/Anti-Roll Bar
- Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.): w/Anti-Roll Bar
- Shock Absorber Diameter - Front: - TBD - mm
- Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear: - TBD - mm
- Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front: - TBD - in
- Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear: - TBD - in
- Tires
- Vehicle
- Vehicle
- EPA Classification: Two-Seater
- Country of Origin: United States BMW Passenger Car
- Vehicle
- Dimensions
- Exterior Dimensions
- Wheelbase: 96.3 in
- Length, Overall: 158.5 in
- Width, Max w/o mirrors: 68.5 in
- Height, Overall: 50.9 in
- Track Width, Front: 55.6 in
- Track Width, Rear: 56.3 in
- Min Ground Clearance: - TBD - in
- Liftover Height: - TBD - in
- Interior Dimensions
- Passenger Capacity: 2
- Passenger Volume: 47.0 ft³
- Front Head Room: 37.6 in
- Front Leg Room: 41.8 in
- Front Shoulder Room: 51.7 in
- Front Hip Room: 54.1 in
- Cargo Area Dimensions
- Trunk Volume: 5.0 ft³
- Exterior Dimensions
- Powertrain
- Engine
- Engine Type: Gas I4
- Displacement: 1.9L/116
- Fuel System: EFI
- SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 138 @ 6000
- SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 133 @ 4300
- Electrical
- Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary): - TBD -
- Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 80
- Transmission
- Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
- Cooling System
- Total Cooling System Capacity: 10.4 qts
- Engine
- Safety
- Safety features
- Traction Control
- Air bag - frontal
- Driver Air Bag
- Passenger Air Bag
- Safety features
- Chassis
- Brakes
- ABS
- 4-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Wheels
- Aluminum Wheels
- Steering
- Power Steering
- Brakes
- Seating
- Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Power Passenger Seat
- Seats
- Exterior
- Roof
- Convertible Soft Top
- Tire - rear
- Tires - Rear Performance
- Tire - front
- Tires - Front Performance
- Roof
- Powertrain
- Fuel
- Gasoline Fuel
- Engine
- 4 Cylinder Engine
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Accessories
- Audio
- AM/FM Stereo
- Cassette
- Locks
- Power Door Locks
- Window
- Power Windows
- Mirrors
- Heated Mirrors
- Power Mirror(s)
- Telephone
- Cell Phone Hookup
- Convenience
- Cruise Control
- Intermittent Wipers
- Fog Lamps
- Air conditioning
- A/C
- Audio
- Factory Warranty
- Basic Years: 4
- Basic Miles/km: 50,000
- Corrosion Years: 6
- Roadside Assistance Years: 4
- Roadside Assistance Miles/km: 50,000