Possible Purchase - BMW Z3
I am thinking about purchasing a 1997 BMW Z3 2.8l with 130k miles on the clock and 9 previous owners. What should I look out for, what should I be wary of and what questions should I ask the garage?
It has almost a FSH, the last being at 102k.
It won't be my first car, just a weekend joy.
It has almost a FSH, the last being at 102k.
It won't be my first car, just a weekend joy.
Asked on 27 September 2011 by Chris D S
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See: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/bmw/z3-roadster-1997/
Obviously don't pay too much. These cars are trading from around £2,000.
Obviously don't pay too much. These cars are trading from around £2,000.
Dear Honest John,
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Please help me choose my next car. I would like it to have:
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