Trim Report

BMW Z3 2.5i1999

Includes:Z3|2.5i
$2,999
Starting From
50
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 50 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $2,999
Max $18,990
From $2,999
Fresh

2.5i Market Overview

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 2.5i Pricing

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Where to Find BMW Z3 2.5i

Location data for all 1999 BMW Z3 trims combined

33States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Texas (10%), but the remaining listings are spread across 32 other states nationwide.

BMW Z3 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1999 BMW Z3 trims

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
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BMW Z3 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1999 BMW Z3 trims

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)

Is the 2.5i Worth It?

Common questions about the 1999 BMW Z3 2.5i

How does the 2.5i compare to other BMW Z3 trims?

The 2.5i occupies a distinct position in the BMW Z3 range. See how it stacks up on the 1999 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1999 BMW Z3 2.5i?

Budget for standard 2.5i maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 1999 has 2 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the BMW Z3 2.5i?

For the 2.5i, 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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