Auto paint for a 1996 BMW Z3
Auto paint for the 1996 BMW Z3: request it here. Rent a car from us while it is repaired, as an insurance replacement rental when it is a claim.
- Combined
- 10.2 L/100 km
- Body
- Two Seaters
- Length
- 4.03 m

An insurance replacement rental while it is repaired
Your car is in the shop; you keep driving. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, and bill your insurer when the claim covers it.
The 1996 BMW Z3 for auto paint
- Body: two seaters (EPA size class).
- 2 bodies this year: z3 1.9 roadster and z3 2dr roadster.
1996 BMW Z3: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.9 L | 1.9 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 29 |
| MPG combined (US) | 23 | 23 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 28 | 28 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $3,570 | $3,570 |
| Dimension | Z3 1.9 Roadster | Z3 2dr Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4.03 m (159 in) | 4.03 m (159 in) |
| Width | 1.69 m (67 in) | 1.69 m (67 in) |
| Height | 1.29 m (51 in) | 1.29 m (51 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.45 m (96 in) | 2.45 m (96 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,220 kg (2,690 lb) | 1,220 kg (2,690 lb) |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov); dimensions and curb weight are NHTSA vPIC Canadian vehicle specifications, by body. Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1996 BMW Z3
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 30 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (9), seat belts (5) and seats (5). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97V131000 | 1997-08-19 | vehicle speed control | THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THROTTLE CABLES ARE ATTACHED TO THE SAME THROTTLE VALVE ACTUATING LEVER AT THE THROTTLE HOUSING. IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE PLASTIC BUSHING ON EITHER CABLE COULD BREAK DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCES COUPLED WITH VIBRATION. IF THE BUSHING BREAKS, THE OUTER CABLE HOUSING CAN SEPARATE FROM THE... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto paint for the 1996 BMW Z3
CarmaCars takes requests for paint work on the 1996 BMW Z3, and rents you a car while yours is in. Paint work is matched to the original colour, panel by panel or the whole car.
What your car means for the work
At 4.03 m long, it is a compact car to work on. We note the car's condition with you when it comes in. NHTSA lists it at 4.03 m long. Parking on city streets is easy. Keep the repair invoice with the car's records.
What to send us
A person reads your request and replies with the next step. We reply within one business day with a time and a price. Tell us whether you can drop the car off or need it collected.
Keep driving meanwhile
We collect the rental when your car is ready. A rental by the day covers the time your car is in. Pick it up from us for free, or have it brought to you.
On the day
Ask any question you have before the work starts. Take valuables and personal items out of the car before the work. If you need a rental, add it to the request so it is ready when you arrive.
How the price is set
Older paint or heavy wear can mean more preparation before the main work. For repairs, the price depends on the parts, the paint and the hours of work. We price the job before we start, never after.
How long you are without it
We keep you posted if the timing changes. Parts on order can add days to a repair; we tell you when that happens.
After the work
Look over the work in daylight when you collect the car. New paint needs time to harden fully; ask us when it is safe to wash and wax.
Next step
Tell us what the car needs and when it is free.
Request auto paint
Tell us when suits you; we reply within one business day with a time and a price.
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Auto paint: the 1996 BMW Z3
Can I rent a car while my 1996 BMW Z3 is in for auto paint?
Yes. Rent from us while it is repaired: an insurance replacement rental if the repair is an insurance claim (ask your insurer what your policy pays a day), or at our usual rates. We deliver the car to you.
How do I book auto paint for my 1996 BMW Z3?
Send the request on this page with when suits you. We reply within one business day with a time and a price.
How big is the 1996 BMW Z3?
z3 1.9 roadster: 4.03 m long, 1.69 m wide, 1.29 m high; z3 2dr roadster: 4.03 m long, 1.69 m wide, 1.29 m high (NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications).