1999 BMW Z3 BMW Z3 1999

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1999 BMW Z3 repairs by problem area

Engine (27%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (27%)

Other (10%)

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1999 BMW Z3 electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (33%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1999 BMW Z3

Engine not specified

204300 mi

US $120
Light switch malfunction. Couldn't turn on any vehicle lights. 

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1999 BMW Z3 2-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

151000 mi

US $10
airbag light on 
127000 mi

US $100
Blown brake light fuse led to finding major break in wiring harness where it enters the coupe rear hatch. Brake lights restored but don't have rear wiper, defroster, 3rd brake light. Known coupe issue & will require some moderate rewiring. 
178000 mi

US $500
Window regulator 
32000 mi

US $800
re-charged AC, replaced battery, inspection one service (oil, filter, fluids, etc) 
112000 mi

US $277
Car started fine from home. 10 Minute drive to the bank and then wouldn't restart. All systems dead. No warning like slow crank. Wouldn't jump off a running vehicle. All electrical still dead. Battery was replaced and all systems back. 

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1999 BMW Z3 Electrical Problems

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