Bmw M Roadster Buyer's Guide -

Owners often highlight the car's emotional appeal over its minor flaws.

If you can find a specimen with a reinforced subframe and a documented service history, the M Roadster is a high-value entry into classic M ownership. It’s not as refined as a Porsche Boxster, but it’s significantly more charismatic. 1999 BMW Z3 M Roadster - POV Ownership Review bmw m roadster buyer's guide

The driving experience is best described as an "M3-powered go-kart". Because of its extremely short wheelbase and old-school semi-trailing arm rear suspension (inherited from the E30), the car is incredibly agile but can be unforgiving if you're not smooth with the throttle. Owners often highlight the car's emotional appeal over

Expect "seat rock" (worn bushings that cause the seat to slide during braking), sagging glove boxes, and yellowing plastic rear windows. Community Perspectives 1999 BMW Z3 M Roadster - POV Ownership

“A midget weight lifter who also wrestles and runs races... This is a bargain in the used sports car market, and will bring a smile to your face every time you drive it.” Edmunds