A Better 2000′s Model: The BMW Z3 for 2001
Buyers of the BMW Z3 are aware of the reputation of the car they are purchasing. The Z3 has been one of the premier vehicles of the BMW line for years. It is considered an institution of a car and the 2001 model is no exception. The BMW Z3 falls into the convertible for the family category. People who purchase the Z3 have been doing so for the last few generations in a family. It is a constant that only gets better with age.
Performance
The restyled Z3 Roadster is equipped with a BMW 3.0-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The engine is paired with a Getrag 5-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for BMW.
The Z3 uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
The fuel system for the 2001 Z3 is a traditional Siemens MS 43, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 13.50 gallons.
Z3 Roadster Statistics
The dimensions of the Z3 Roadster are 68.50 inches wide by 158.50 inches long. It sits a comfortable 51.40 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 96.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Z3 is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the convertible market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $37,700 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $34,090. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Convertible.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2001 Z3 gets 23 miles/gallon on the highway and only 17 in the city. This is average for a convertible car.
In 2000 and 2001 the Z3 Roadster was availble in the exterior colors of Alpine White, Atlanta Blue Metallic , Black Sapphire Metallic, Bright Red, Bright Red II, Cosmos Black Metallic, Dakar Yellow, Impala Brown Metallic, Jet Black, Oxford Green Metallic, Siena Red Metallic, Steel Grey Metallic, Titanium Silver Metallic, and Topaz Blue Metallic. Additional options were made available by the factory.
In Summary
The 2001 model year was unsuccessful for the BMW Z3. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Roadster version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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Tags: 2-Door, BMW Z3, Convertible, Roadster, United States market
