Doug's Take

The BMW Z3 Coupe "Clown Shoe" is a fantastic and uniquely-shaped car that's a lot rarer than the Roadster model – and it's beloved by the enthusiast community for its engaging driving experience and surprising practicality. This particular Z3 Coupe is a one-owner car with only 37,700 miles on the odometer, which is impressive. It boasts a 5-speed manual transmission and some great factory equipment – including a limited-slip differential, a power sunroof, and heated seats. It also features some neat modifications like 18-inch wheels, JBL speakers, and a MOMO shift knob, which help it further stand out. To top it off, this Z3 Coupe comes with a clean, accident-free Carfax report, for added peace of mind.

Highlights

THIS... is a 2001 BMW Z3 3.0i Coupe, finished in Titanium Silver Metallic with a black interior.

• This Z3 features the desirable 5-speed manual transmission, and its odometer currently displays about 37,700 miles.
• The attached Carfax history report indicates no accidents or mileage discrepancies in this Z3's past. It also shows registration to one owner since new.
• According to the window sticker provided in the gallery, factory equipment includes a limited-slip differential, a power sunroof, leather upholstery, power-adjustable and heated sport seats, and air conditioning.
• Modifications reported by the seller include 18-inch Helo HE834 wheels, a Pioneer head unit, JBL speakers, a MOMO shift knob, and an Autologic ECM performance tune.
• Released for 1996, the Z3 was welcomed as a rear-wheel-drive roadster with two seats and a relatively affordable price tag; it was a true driver's car. BMW kept development costs in check by sourcing some components from the E30 and E36 3 Series parts bins, and it built the Z3 in South Carolina. 1997 brought a 6-cylinder engine, and the coupe arrived for 1999 with a shooting brake-like design that earned it the nickname "Clown Shoe." Production of both body styles ended in 2002.
• Power comes from a 3.0-liter inline-6, rated at 225 horsepower and 214 lb-ft of torque in stock form. Due to the tune performed on this Z3, it may produce more power, but a dyno sheet was not provided to confirm. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.

Equipment

A window sticker is provided in the photo gallery, and a partial list of notable equipment includes:

• Limited-slip differential
• Power-adjustable and heated side mirrors
• Power sunroof
• Leather upholstery
• Power-adjustable and heated sport seats
• Leather-wrapped M steering wheel
• Rear cargo cover
• Air conditioning
• Cruise control

Modifications

Modifications reported by the seller include:

Exterior:

• 18-inch Helo HE834 wheels (factory wheels included in the sale)
• MGP brake caliper covers
• HID headlights and fog lights

Interior:

• Pioneer MVH-X580BS head unit
• JBL Speakers and 12-inch down-firing subwoofer
• MOMO shift knob (factory shift knob included in the sale)
• HMS Motorsport chrome trim around the shifter, door speakers, door lock buttons, and door handles
• Aftermarket pedal covers
• Z3 Solutions leather armrest
• Dashboard phone mount

Mechanical:

• Autologic ECU tune

Known Flaws

• Some chips and scratches around the exterior (some are touched up)
• Scratches on the wheels
• 2009 date codes on tires
• Creases on the seats
• Wear on interior trim panels
• Some corrosion on underbody components
• The seller reports that the washer fluid lines are clogged.

Recent Service History

Service records detail most of the maintenance performed on this Z3 and are available upon request. The attached Carfax history report shows that the engine oil and filter were changed in May 2023 at 37,038 miles.

Additional service history is detailed in the attached Carfax report.

Other Items Included in Sale

• 2 keys, 1 valet key, 1 spare key
• Owner's manual
• Window sticker
• Service records
• Set of factory 17-inch Style 32 wheels
• Factory shift knob

Ownership History

The seller purchased this Z3 when new in March 2001.

Seller Notes

Due to the tune performed on this Z3, it may not pass emissions testing in some states. As always, it's the buyer's responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this Z3 in their respective state prior to placing a bid.