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      02-14-2025, 03:36 PM   #3
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Drives: E30 M3, E36 M3, 328iT, 335i
Join Date: Mar 2020
Location: western Ma

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1995 M3  [9.33]
2007 E91  [8.17]
1988 M3  [9.60]
From Google " Common issues with a BMW Z3M Coupe include a weak rear subframe, which can fail due to the car's powerful engine, potential problems with the VANOS system, cooling system concerns, worn out suspension bushings, electrical glitches, and potential issues with the convertible top mechanism (if a roadster), along with the typical BMW concerns like aging interior materials and potential oil leaks; always check the car's maintenance history thoroughly before purchase. "

Randy Forbes Did a reinforced setup that worked well, Not sure if he is still making them or if someone else is doing it. The cooling system and the headgasket they are known issues and expect to replace the whole system. Water pumps used to be prone to failure not sure if they still have the same issues as BMW revised the plastic impeller. Oil pump nut backs of and the gear then falls off the pumpkin loosing oil pressure. Reqiores dropping the pan and safety wiring the nut to the pulley. Good to do when changing the gasket. Plastics and window seals might be failing E36's were built to be disposable, when the bean counters took over and said no more overbuilt cars we want sales, not service for a 20 year old car.....
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