1989 - BMW Z1 - Lot 114

Lot 114
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1989 - BMW Z1 - Lot 114
1989 - BMW Z1 French circulation title Chassis n°WBABA91010AL00243 - The first model of the BMW Z roadster series - Interior in a remarkable state of preservation - Less than 106700 km and same owner for more than 20 years - Booklet, manuals, important file plus all accessories Unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1987, the Z1 is a very innovative small two-seater roadster with its surprising retractable doors. Following in the footsteps of the prestigious BMW 507, itself heir to the famous 328 racing roadster that appeared in 1936, the Z1 revives the roadster tradition of the Bavarian brand. It founds the formidable series of roadster Z at BMW, by opening the way to the sculptural Z8 on the one hand and by being at the origin of the future Z3 and Z4 on the other hand. This is quite logical since the name Z refers to "zukunft", which means "future" in German. Stylistically successful, the Z1 also benefits from excellent aerodynamics. Technically, its mechanics taken from the BMW 325i E30 is the M20 in-line 6-cylinder engine of 2.5L developing 170 horsepower associated with a mechanical gearbox with 5 speeds; Engine whose characteristic sound of the in-line six is reinforced by a line of exhaust with catalytic converter, specific to the Z1. Well helped by a relatively contained weight due to a plastic panel body, as well as a good distribution of the masses, this mechanics gets to the Z1 a behavior sufficiently dynamic for a convertible. The Z1's road handling is very rigorous for a car in this class, largely thanks to its monocoque chassis, made of hot-dipped galvanized steel, which favors its rigidity, manufactured by Baur, on which a composite plastic floor is glued and screwed. The interior with leather, bucket seats and a competition dashboard reflect the Z1's sporty feel. This feeling is exacerbated by the possibility of driving with the doors down with this original and unclassifiable roadster, both retro and avant-garde. Initially planned to be produced at 4000 units, in front of the success met by this astonishing car, they are finally 8000 Z1 which were manufactured for the whole world. The BMW Z1 that we present was put on the road on May 11th 1989. As such it is a copy of the first series, in this case the n°243 according to its serial number. It has a black color "Traumschwarz metallic" (278), associated with a leather and nubuck interior "camouflage" two-tone black and gray. Originally equipped with yellow headlights, attesting to its delivery in France, it now has white headlights. Our Z1 has been in the same hands of an active member of the Z1 club of France for over 20 years. It has a known history and has always been seriously maintained. So much so that it is today in a very nice general state of presentation and operation, for a vehicle with a little less than 106700 km on the odometer. It should be noted that the two front fenders are affected by the disease known on this model with a fiberglass body, i.e. they are cracked and will have to be repaired. Aesthetically, there are no particular defects. The hood is even in a near new condition. As for the interior, quite fragile on this car, it is extremely well preserved. Mechanically, as the car has not been driven much in the last few years, it will just need a general overhaul, which is a simple operation on this model. Importantly, the electrically retractable door mechanisms are functional. This Z1, with its original Cobra immobilizer, also has an Alpine car radio with two speakers built into the rear deck (the original one being supplied as well), a Plexiglas windscreen, as well as a set of carpets specific to the model. The car is also accompanied by all its documents and accessories, including: maintenance booklet and user's manual, important file tracing its history, duplicate keys, complete original BMW tool kit and warning triangle, as well as spare wheel in its cover. It is therefore a Z1 in an enviable condition, with a clear history, moderate mileage for a 30 years old vehicle and ultra complete that is offered. In addition to all these qualities, which make it a first choice Z1, its estimate is attractive. So let yourself be tempted by this car, finally atypical and reasonable at the same time!
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