1999 BMW Z3

$3,999
from
11
listings
$4K–$26K
price range
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Low$3,999
High$26,494
From$3,999
Avg Mileage84,091 mi
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Sourced from 11 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

1999 BMW Z3 Trims

All Trims Combined
From$3,999
$4K–$26K
11 listings84,091 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

1999 BMW Z3 Pricing

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BMW Z3 Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 1999 BMW Z3's low safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 39 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
39
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
99V2720001999-07-10
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE REAR AXLE DIFFERENTIAL MAY CONTAIN RING GEAR BOLTS THAT WERE INCORRECTLY TORQUED DURING ASSEMBLY. THE BOLT OR BOLTS COULD LOOSEN LEADING TO NOISE FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL.

THE BOLT OR BOLTS COULD LOOSEN LEADING TO NOISE FROM THE DIFFERENTIAL AND IF A BOLT WERE TO COMPLETELY WORK LOOSE FROM ITS MOUNT, LOCKUP OF THE REAR AXLE COULD OCCUR.

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98V2750001998-03-11
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE NUT THAT SECURES THE MAIN POSITIVE CABLE TO THE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL CLAMP WAS NOT TIGHTENED PROPERLY, ALLOWING THE CABLE TO LOOSEN OVER TIME. IF THIS OCCURRED, THE CABLE COULD ULTIMATELY LOOSEN TO THE POINT WHERE ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY COULD BE INTERRUPTED.

IF THIS OCCURED WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING, THE ENGINE COULD STOP. ALSO, IF THE VEHICLE WERE BEING OPERATED AT NIGHT, THE LIGHTING SYSTEM COULD SHUT OFF, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1999 BMW Z3 has accumulated 39 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with air bags leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Air Bags7
02Structure7
03Power Train6
04Seat Belts4
05Seats2
39 total across 1 model years (1999–1999)Full data at NHTSA.gov

BMW Z3 Fuel Economy

19–20mpg combined
·
17city
·
24-25hwy
·
$3,400-$3,550/yr

With 6 configurations tested, the 1999 BMW Z3 ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Z3 Roadster - Manual 5-spd
20mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Coupe - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Coupe - 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
19mpg
2.5L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Z3 Roadster - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
2.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,550/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

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

Where to Find 1999 BMW Z3

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.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1999.

Buying a 1999 BMW Z3?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1999 BMW Z3 a good car to buy?

The 1999 BMW Z3 has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is air bags, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1999 BMW Z3?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 1999 BMW Z3. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1999 BMW Z3?

Fuel economy ranges from 19 to 20 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $138 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 1999 BMW Z3?

AIR BAGS is the number-one complaint area for the 1999 BMW Z3, based on 39 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1999 compare to other BMW Z3 years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across BMW Z3 model years. Visit the BMW Z3 buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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