Trim Report

BMW Z3 1.91997

Includes:Z3|1.9
$3,995
Starting From
26
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 26 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,995
Max $20,000
From $3,995
Fresh

1.9 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$2,999
$3K–$25K
19 listings72,368 avg miles
1.9
From$3,995
26 listings|$4K–$20K
2.5i
From$2,999
50 listings|$3K–$19K
2.8
From$2,999
29 listings|$3K–$26K
3.0i
From$6,998
27 listings|$7K–$24K

1997 BMW Z3 1.9 Pricing

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Where to Find BMW Z3 1.9

Location data for all 1997 BMW Z3 trims combined

33States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 10% of listings are there. But with 33 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

BMW Z3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1997 BMW Z3 trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 49 complaints, the 1997 BMW Z3 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
49
Complaints
4
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
97V1310001997-19-08
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES ARE ATTACHED TO THE SAME THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATING LEVER AT THE THROTTLE HOUSING. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE PLASTIC BUSHING ON EITHER CABLE COULD BREAK DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCES COUPLED WITH VIBRATION. IF THE BUSHING BREAKS, THE OUTER CABLE HOUSING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE BUSHING. IN THIS CASE, DURING APPLICATION OF THE THROTTLE PEDAL WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL BEING ENGAGED, THE OUTER TUBE COULD CATCH ON THE EDGE OF THE BROKEN BUSHING.

THIS COULD CAUSE THE THROTTLE VALVE TO REMAIN PARTIALLY OPEN. IT HIS WERE TO OCCUR, THE CAR MIGHT NOT DECELERATE AS EXPECTED INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1997 BMW Z3's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 49 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags11
02Seats11
03Seat Belts7
04Power Train3
05Engine And Engine Cooling3
49 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW Z3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1997 BMW Z3 trims

19–24mpg combined
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16-20city
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23-29hwy
·
$3,550-$4,300/yr

Fuel economy for the 1997 BMW Z3 ranges from 19 to 24 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Z3 Roadster - Automatic 4-spd
23mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
23mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$4,100/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$4,300/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

1997 BMW Z3 1.9 FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the 1.9 compare to other BMW Z3 trims?

Every BMW Z3 trim targets a different buyer. The 1997 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 1997 BMW Z3 1.9?

Maintenance costs for the 1.9 align with the broader BMW Z3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1997 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is air bags. Check the 1997 BMW Z3 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the BMW Z3 1.9?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each BMW Z3 1.9 year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The BMW Z3 overview compares all years side by side.

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