BMW Z3 M Coupe

Having now owned mine for 8 months I have fallen in love with this car. I have owned many performance cars before including the e46 m3, s3, golf r32 etc.. and this is my favourite for a number of reasons.
Firstly the way it looks, you either love it or hate it... and the way people look at it due to it being so rare.

The handling is very good, no traction control, just pure driver input. So if you are not an experienced driver, or dont know how to handle a car properly, stear clear!!! these cars do bite!!
The 2 comfy seats (heated) and good boot space are perfect if you can live with that. Fits me and my girlfriend in, with luggage to tour europe for a few weeks no problems.

The performance is awesome, what you would expect of the M3 engine, 321bhp and rear wheel drive is the perfect combo. Track days are a must if you want to experience the full potential of this car. Steering could feel a bit more involving, but it is sharp and responsive.

The car itself feels more nimble than the e46 m3 and is more unique, the e46 m3's are everywhere these days, and yes they are a great car too, but for something more individual choose the Z3M Coupe.

The mpg is relative to performance, cant really complain with 25ish mpg on averadge for the speed and acceleration on tap.(my golf mk4 R32 was getting 20-22 mpg and is alot slower!) She will also happily munch miles on motorways where cruising along will see you more 30ish mpg at 70-80mph.

The Rear cargo net (or dog net) and boot cover are usefull, covering up things, or stops piled up things sliding into the passenger area under braking. Dashboard and centre console are finished with leather and Gauges for oil temp, outside temp, and clock, with all easy to use buttons.

Problems to look for are the usual ones really, vanos issues could cost you up to £2000 to replace the unit, so if you are looking at buying one, check its not making any rattling noises, rear top mounts start knocking about £200 to sort out both sides including parts, and bushes on the higher milage ones, but for a car of its age they keep very well.

To sum it up. It really is a pure drivers car, with some retro features and great power. But like I said before, learn to drive properly before buying one!!! theyre rare enough without another one in a hedge!!!