1997 BMW Z3 2.8i 2dr in Ongar
Year
1997
Miles
94,000 miles
Fuel
Petrol
Transmission
Manual
Engine Size
2.8L
Colour
Blue
Number of Doors
2
Number of Seats
2
In the dealer's stock feed on 11 November 2026
About this car
A used 1997 BMW Z3 2.8i 2dr, this blue two-door petrol convertible has a manual gearbox. The odometer shows 94,000 miles, which is low mileage for its age. On running costs, annual vehicle tax (VED) is £375.
Description
This 1997 BMW Z3 is a classic roadster that represents a significant era in automotive design. As an i variant, this model is powered by a 2.8 litre petrol engine, which provides a balanced driving experience typical of the brand. The vehicle is presented as a well-maintained example from the late nineties, offering a straightforward and authentic driving experience for those who appreciate the tr...
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What this car costs to run
Modelled over 7,100 miles a year (DfT National Travel Survey, England). Ranges, not quotes — a figure marked exact is set by law for this car; everything else is an estimate.
- Vehicle tax (VED)exactPre-2001 engine-size band (2,800cc)
- £375
- FuelAbout 30 mpg — the middle real-world figure for the 2 similar-sized petrol engines in Autoza's economy data, not this car's own figure — at 174.1p a litre
- £1,600–£2,200
- Insurance (UK average)The UK average premium actually paid for comprehensive cover, £566 in Q2 2026 (ABI) — an average across every driver, postcode and car, not a quote for this one. Yours turns on your age, postcode and record and on the car’s insurance group. A 17–20-year-old new driver typically pays more than this average: see our guide to the cheapest cars to insure as a new driver, or the ABI figures
- £566
- ServicingFrom a minor service (£280–£450) to a major one (£550–£950) on a BMW, from Autoza's own servicing estimates by make, not survey data. Routine servicing only — excludes repairs and tyres
- £250–£950
- MOT test£54.85 maximum in Great Britain — the DVSA cap, and many garages charge less — with the first test on the third anniversary of registration. DVSA: 27.51% of car and light-van MOTs in Great Britain failed their initial test in 2025/26, and repairs are extra
- up to £54.85
- Estimated total a yearThe rows above added up, low ends and high ends
- £2,800–£4,150
Work out the vehicle tax with our car tax calculator (it opens with this car's year, fuel and engine size filled in), or put in your own mileage and prices with the running cost calculator.
Questions about this BMW Z3
- Where can I view this 1997 BMW Z3?
- This BMW Z3 is located in Ongar, UK. Contact John Hammick Cars directly through Autoza.co.uk to arrange a viewing appointment.
- What is the asking price for this BMW Z3?
- The asking price is £5,990. You can contact the seller directly on Autoza.co.uk to enquire or negotiate.
- What is the mileage on this 1997 BMW Z3?
- This BMW Z3 has 94,000 miles on the odometer.
- What fuel type is this BMW Z3?
- This BMW Z3 runs on petrol.
- Is this BMW Z3 automatic or manual?
- This BMW Z3 has a manual gearbox.
- Is this BMW Z3 MOT tested?
- Ask the seller for this BMW Z3's MOT certificate, service records and registration number. With the registration you can check its full MOT history free on GOV.UK.
- Has this BMW Z3 been an insurance write-off?
- Autoza does not check write-off records. Ask the seller, read the description in full, and run an HPI check on the registration before you buy.
- Can I get finance for this BMW Z3?
- Finance options may be available through the dealer. Use the free Autoza.co.uk car finance calculator to estimate monthly repayments for this BMW Z3 at £5,990.
- How much does this BMW Z3 cost to run per year in the UK?
- Modelled annual running cost is roughly £2,800–£4,150. That breaks down as: road tax (VED) £375 (Pre-2001 engine-size band (2,800cc)); insurance £566 (the UK average premium actually paid, ABI — not a quote for this car); fuel £1,600–£2,200; servicing £250–£950; MOT test up to £54.85 (the legal maximum — many garages charge less), the test only, not any work it finds. Assumes 7,100 miles per year (DfT National Travel Survey, table NTS0901a, all cars, England, 2025). These are estimates, not quotes — insurance in particular varies widely with the driver's age and postcode. DVSA: 27.51% of car and light-van MOTs in Great Britain failed their initial test in 2025/26, and repairs are extra.
- What is the annual road tax (VED) on this BMW Z3?
- Annual road tax (VED): £375 per year. Basis: Pre-2001 engine-size band (2,800cc). Tax it online at gov.uk before you drive it.
- What real-world fuel economy does this BMW Z3 achieve in the UK?
- About 30 mpg — the middle real-world figure for the 2 similar-sized petrol engines in Autoza's economy data, not this car's own figure — at 174.1p a litre. Over 7,100 miles a year that is roughly £1,600–£2,200 (UK average pump price, week commencing 26 October 2026 (DESNZ)).
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