Quick facts2002 BMW M Roadster
just under 19k miles
315hp S54 engine with 5spd manual
clean carfax
title in hand
$24,995 (price includes new tires)
Ultra rare! BMW built just under 1600 S54 M Roadsters. All were built in Greer, SC USA! Only 643 were built in 2002. This one is an especially rare color combo of Sapphire black metallic over Oregan Beige leather.
Body is in excellent condition with no dents, dings, or accidents ever. There are a few scratches and rock chips. I have always waxed with Zymol and the car has never been buffed. The only defect can be seen the rear bumper picture. The original owner lived in a gated community that required parking stickers. A small patch of paint came off with the metallic sticker about the size of a quarter. It didn't bother me so I never did anything with it but I will likely airbrush a repair or cover it with a Z3 club sticker. In the same picture you can see the rear roundel paint has chipped off. I have a new one waiting to be installed.
Interior is in mint condition with absolute minimal wear. All S54 M Roadsters featured power heated leather seats, grey faced guages, engine oil temp guage, BMW business CD stereo with subwoofer and two amplifiers, lined power convertible top, DSC traction control, cruise, power windows and locks, and side air bags. The most common wear area is the drivers side bolster. Mine is in excellent condition as you can see from the pictures. The beige leather stays much cooler than black in the summer sun.
Engine developed rod knock at 9k miles and was replaced by BMW under warranty in 2008. This is peace of mind for the owner since S54 M Roadsters were not included in the multiple early M3 recalls. This engine got all the updates that make the S54 reliable and legendary. This included upgraded bearings, stronger rods, better oiling, the list goes on. BMW replaced the coolant and brake fluid at the same time. The oil has been replaced two more times since the new engine was installed. I have all records and manuals with the car.
Wheels and Tires are the original chrome shadow BMW road stars. One wheel has very light curb rash. I have a new spare wheel that is included with the car. The original tires still pass inspection but I was planning to replace them anyway so new tires are included in the price. I consider tires a sort of personal decision so I will order new tires for the buyer or negotiate accordingly.
Brakes are original and in excellent condition. The fluid is ATE Super Blue. There is no pedal pulsation or rotor warpage. I used the car mainly for weekend getaways and BMW events.
Converible Top is in good condition but shows a little "fuzziness". I think it's mostly because it's tan whereas my previous M Roadster had a black top. It doesn't leak and I waterproof it annually. The rear window gets polished a couple times a year and is in excellent condition.
This car has been BMW enthusiast owned its entire life. This is my 3rd M Roadster and I've also owned an M Coupe. The subframe gets inspected annually. I have attended eight Z3 homecoming events (2 with this car). I plan to include some BMW Homecoming goodies with the purchase.
UpgradesZHP shift knob
Ireland Engineering rear subframe bushings (not installed)
ATE Superblue fluid
new battery just installed
Tyvek storage cover
LeatherZ extended armrest (ver II with larger armrest)
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