2002 BMW M3 M-package

Started by Payman, May 30, 2012, 10:59:39 AM

Payman

What do you guys think of this? It's an I6 M-package, 5 speed. I've always liked the look of the Z3 (HATE the Z4). 114k kms = around 68,000 miles.

http://www.autotrader.ca/a/BMW/Z3/OTTAWA/Ontario/19_5521815_/

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Rich

LOL no

it's not even an M Roadster (or M3!)
2003 Mazda Miata 5MT; 2024 Tesla Model 3

Payman


Payman

Quote from: HotRodPilot on May 30, 2012, 11:15:31 AM
LOL no

it's not even an M Roadster (or M3!)

It isn't? if the M package is merely a sport package with the standard 3.0 I6, is this still not a good deal?

68_427

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i was sat at home drinking brake fluid when wife ring
'racecar is die'
no


sportyaccordy

I dont think they had an ///M package for that model

It was either a Z3 M or a regular one. I would pass on this one, owner seems like a real dummy

MexicoCityM3

Well, I think it is a good option. It is very fast (231hp, light weight) and probably pretty much bulletproof since it?s close to the end of the production run for the Z3. And it looks good.

Lots of fun.
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'05 M3 E46 6SPD Mystic Blue
'08 M5 E60 SMG  Space Grey
'11 1M E82 6SPD Sapphire Black
'16 GT4 (1/3rd Share lol)
'18 M3 CS
'16 X5 5.0i (Wife)
'14 MINI Cooper Countryman S Automatic (For Sale)

Rich

Quote from: Rockraven on May 30, 2012, 11:17:33 AM
It isn't? if the M package is merely a sport package with the standard 3.0 I6, is this still not a good deal?

Hay'lllll nooooooo

Edit:

Well, it looks like those are the going rates for 'em.

I thought thats about how much M Roadsters were going for.  Oh well.

2003 Mazda Miata 5MT; 2024 Tesla Model 3

MexicoCityM3

The Z3 holds its value very well. M roadsters are a lot rarer and more expensive.

This is still a true sports car anyway since it has the later 3.0L engine and its a proper manual.

The main thing to look for with the Z3 (and E36s, early E46s) are rear subframe tearing issues. That can be expensive to repair but it is relatively easy to inspect if a particular car has the problem. The drivetrain is pretty much bulletproof except for perhaps some cooling system maintenance.
Founder, BMW Car Club de México
http://bmwclub.org.mx
'05 M3 E46 6SPD Mystic Blue
'08 M5 E60 SMG  Space Grey
'11 1M E82 6SPD Sapphire Black
'16 GT4 (1/3rd Share lol)
'18 M3 CS
'16 X5 5.0i (Wife)
'14 MINI Cooper Countryman S Automatic (For Sale)

SVT666

I like it.  I also liked the Z3 more than the Z4 on looks alone.  M Package is suspension and appearance only.  No engine improvements.  I thought you wanted a Porsche.

Payman

Quote from: SVT666 on May 30, 2012, 11:32:15 AM
I like it.  I also liked the Z3 more than the Z4 on looks alone.  M Package is suspension and appearance only.  No engine improvements.  I thought you wanted a Porsche.

I still do, but I always liked the Z3 as well. The price of this one gives me lots of room for other toys, whereas a nice 911 or Boxster will take most or all of my budget.

hotrodalex

Z3 M would be preferable, but that still looks to be a respectable sports car.

TurboDan

I love the wheels. I always love black wheels on BMWs. Don't know why, just think they look awesome!

sportyaccordy

I am not crazy about black wheels. They look like steelies

mzziaz

The Z3 is the car of a hairdresser.
Cuore Sportivo

SVT666

Get it.

P.S. Black wheels are awesome on this car.

MexicoCityM3

Quote from: mzziaz on May 31, 2012, 10:49:37 AM
The Z3 is the car of a hairdresser.

Maybe the 4 cyl, not this one.
Founder, BMW Car Club de México
http://bmwclub.org.mx
'05 M3 E46 6SPD Mystic Blue
'08 M5 E60 SMG  Space Grey
'11 1M E82 6SPD Sapphire Black
'16 GT4 (1/3rd Share lol)
'18 M3 CS
'16 X5 5.0i (Wife)
'14 MINI Cooper Countryman S Automatic (For Sale)

SVT666

That would have to be an expensive hairdresser.

68_427

Quotewhere were you when automotive dream died
i was sat at home drinking brake fluid when wife ring
'racecar is die'
no


Submariner

I really like this car, wheels and all.  Plus, because it's not too much money, you can afford a supercharger.  You know you want it. 
2010 G-550  //  2019 GLS-550

2o6


Onslaught

Quote from: sportyaccordy on May 31, 2012, 09:59:51 AM
I am not crazy about black wheels. They look like steelies
Yea, I HATE the new black rim trend. And I'm talking hate here.

hotrodalex

Quote from: Onslaught on June 09, 2012, 09:18:31 AM
Yea, I HATE the new black rim trend. And I'm talking hate here.

The ricers in my area are switching the white rims now.