2001 BMW Z3 BMW Z3 2001

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2001 BMW Z3 repairs by problem area

Engine (49%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (4%)

Chart based on 138 repairs.
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2001 BMW Z3 other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (83%)

< $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.

2001 BMW Z3 2dr Hatch

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD

113000 mi

US $219
Rear hatch fell on my head, replaced the supports/pistons.  
135000 mi

US $300
Left door handle intermittent and keyhole unlocking was inoperable. Purchased a coded door handle with key cylinder (no CCA discount) from dealer and replaced. 
151000 mi

US $100
Left window slider replacement. 

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2001 BMW Z3 2dr Convertible

315-horsepower 3.2L I6 5-speed manual RWD

76300 mi

US $350
driver seat left front mounting point (stud) ripped out from floor pan. New mount fabricated. 

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2001 BMW Z3 2dr Convertible

225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed manual RWD

78000 mi Driver side power seat had seized up, as a result of water getting blown in past the convertible top seals and, apparently, rusting. 

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2001 BMW Z3 2dr Convertible

184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed manual RWD

81000 mi

US $400
repair to seat tracks 

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2001 BMW Z3 Other Problems

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