2000 BMW Z3M Coupe

The BMW Z3M Coupé is now firmly recognised as one of the standout cars from BMW M’s most authentic period. Compact, wide, and built in relatively small numbers, it delivers the sort of driving experience that made people fall in love with the marque in the first place.

Finished in Cosmos Black with a full Imola Red Nappa interior, this is exactly the sort of specification enthusiasts look for. The colour combination suits the shape perfectly and the extended leather transforms the cabin, giving it a proper M car feel rather than that of a standard Z3. With just 16,900 miles from new, the condition and the way it drives immediately reflect how lightly it has been used. It feels tight, responsive and extremely well put together, with none of the looseness that higher mileage cars can develop.

Out on the road it does everything a Z3M Coupé should. The straight six is strong and eager, the steering is full of feedback and the car has that compact, rear-driven balance that makes it so adjustable and rewarding to drive. It is quick without ever feeling heavy or over-assisted, and there is a real sense of connection between driver, chassis and engine that you simply do not get in modern performance cars.

The appeal of these has changed in recent years. What was once a left-field M car is now a very collectable modern classic, and finding one with this mileage, in such a good colour combination and retaining its originality is becoming increasingly difficult.