Specifications
Highlights
• Unique Imola Red Over Imola Red Color Combination
• Highly Original Example
• One of BMW's Most Underrated M Cars!
EAG Impressions
In the 2000s, one of the best things a manufacturer could do for their sales was to build a car that performed well in enthusiast magazine group tests. Although advertising was important, having automotive journalists vouch for your product was worth far more to buyers who loved driving. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, the BMW Z3 M Roadster did remarkably well in group tests, pitted against cars like the Porsche Boxster, Chevrolet Corvette, and Mercedes Benz SLK-32 AMG, and when BMW debuted its Z3 replacement, the Z4 in 2002, there was bound to be an M version in its future. BMW first showed the Z4 M Coupe to the public at the 2005 Frankfurt Motorshow before starting production in the Spring of 2006, while the M Roadster debuted later in the year. Although the new car was devoid of the exaggerated fender flares of the Z3 M, the Z4 M coupe and roadster were much better-engineered cars and were ready to take on whatever competition would be thrown their way.
Overview
We absolutely love both the E85 and E86 platform, especially when paired with the beloved S54 powerplant. This was the last product from BMW ///M where you fully experienced their intentions. There was no option for the transmission; manual 6-speed only. There weren’t any suspension settings to toggle. Even things like the steering wheel were bespoke and not an option from the factory. The combination of no compromise from BMW ///M and the unmistakable seating position sitting above the rear axle make this an experience vehicle. One that can bogart the whole day with driving without a destination.
Only 3,042 M Roadsters were produced between 2006 – 2008 and this is a very rear spec thanks to its color combination and lack of navigation. It’s also equipped with the Premium and Cold Weather package from BMW allowing for heated seats with memory along with headlight washer system. There are no modifications done and vehicle remains 100% stock.The condition of this example will impress any enthusiast and is fully sorted as a turnkey M Roadster ready to enjoy immediately on day one of ownership.
History
This M Roadster started its enthusiast journey and resided in West Virgina until 2014. It then called South Carolina home until it first arrived at Enthusiast Auto Group in 2020 with 19,000 miles. We reset the service baseline at this time by performing: Early Inspection II Service with Valve Adjustment, Complete VANOS inspection, Brake Fluid Flush, Coolant Flush, Replacement Michelin 4S tires based on the tires being original to the car but still measuring like new, a four-wheel alignment, and upgraded the CPV o-ring along with all the EAG extra mile services.
We found this special M Roadster an amazing new home to a full-blown enthusiast and advocate for the BMW ///M brand. It wasn’t his first EAG M car and looked amazing next to his Limerock. During his ownership it was meticulously cared for and driven responsibly. Recently we were reacquainted with this M Roadster as it received a rejuvenation service since it was nearing 40k miles. These services completed in 2024 included: Another full Inspection II service with valve adjustment, brake and coolant flushes, proactive water pump and expansion tank replacement, new Michelin 4S tires with four-wheel alignment, rear coil spring replacement, interior headliner replacement, and more EAG extra mile services.
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