Trim Report

BMW Z3 2.81998

Includes:Z3|2.8
$2,999
Starting From
29
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 29 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,999
Max $26,494
From $2,999
Fresh

2.8 Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,995
$4K–$20K
14 listings96,429 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

1998 BMW Z3 2.8 Pricing

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Where to Find BMW Z3 2.8

Location data for all 1998 BMW Z3 trims combined

33States

Texas has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

BMW Z3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1998 BMW Z3 trims

Elevated

The 1998 BMW Z3 has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 33 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
33
Complaints
2
Crashes
2
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 33 owners have filed complaints about the 1998 BMW Z3. SEATS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Seats8
02Electrical System3
03Equipment3
04Suspension,power Train2
05Air Bags2
33 total across 1 model years (1998–1998)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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BMW Z3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1998 BMW Z3 trims

18–24mpg combined
·
16-20city
·
22-29hwy
·
$2,800-$3,750/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 1998 BMW Z3 returns 18–24 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Z3 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
24mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city29 hwy~$2,800/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Automatic 4-spd
23mpg
1.9L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$2,950/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$3,750/yr-1/10 Poor

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

2.8 Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1998 BMW Z3 2.8

How does the 2.8 compare to other BMW Z3 trims?

The 2.8 occupies a distinct position in the BMW Z3 range. See how it stacks up on the 1998 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1998 BMW Z3 2.8?

Maintenance costs for the 2.8 align with the broader BMW Z3 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is seats. Check the 1998 BMW Z3 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the BMW Z3 2.8?

For the 2.8, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the BMW Z3 buyer's guide.

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