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%)

Chart based on 30 repairs.
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1999 BMW Z3 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (25%)

$100 - $499 (63%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 8 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

81000 mi

US $250
leak traced to valve cover/gasket - R&R 
53000 mi

US $200
The intake boot from the air cleaner had a hidden crack and was letting "false air" into the engine screwing up emissions readings. I failed my emissions test. 

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1999 BMW Z3 2-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

91000 mi

US $850
Microfracture in radiator that was initially misdiagnosed as only a broken temperature gauge 
130000 mi

US $200
valve cover gasket, belts 
134000 mi

US $200
Gasket leak where oil filter housing enters block. Have to remove a lot of things to address it. 
207000 mi

US $1150
ignition coils and spark plugs 
210000 mi

US $576
radiator core and expansion tank 
139000 mi

US $250
Water pump leak. Replaced water pump, thermostat and housing with upgraded parts. 

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1999 BMW Z3 Engine Problems

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