The BMW Z3 M-Coupe is a special vehicle. For starters, it is the most rigid BMW ever built - basically a Z3 with all the reinforcements in place, PLUS a rigid roof. It is also the only BMW that I know of without a numerical designation, along with the M Roadster.
Finding a one these days is difficult. The M-Coupe was only produced between 1999 and 2002 for the US market, and fewer than 2000 were sold in all of the model years combined. With wrecks, floods, deterioration, theft, etc, we're probably looking at a much lower number than that as of today.
Finding one on the market is even more difficult, as most owners have added the car to their "collection" and they are not for sale. The most difficult model year to find is 2002, with only about 295 units sold in the US. The 2001 and 2002 models also have a larger engine - 315 vs 240 hp - making them even more desirable.
The best places these days to look for your M-Coupe are eBay, Craigslist, Roadfly, and your local classifieds. If you are lucky, you may find a pristine 2002 model going for under $40,000. Expect to pay over $35,000 for a 2001 model, and over $30,000 for a 1999 or 2000 model. If you see one for less on eBay, snap it up, or you may regret it.
Guide created: 10/26/05 (updated 11/04/09)


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