£5,980 (Est: £5,000 - £7,000)
1998 BMW Z3 1.9 Launch example in James Bond Specification
United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026 • Lot 225
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1998 BMW Z3 1.9, a 'Bond' launch edition in Atlanta blue, boasts low ownership, a well-documented service history, and 56,000 miles. Its desirable color, Z Star alloys, and chrome line interior, along with its overall condition, make it an attractive purchase for collectors, with potential for value appreciation if well-maintained.
Condition
8
The car is described as a "stunning example" that appears to be factory standard and unmolested, suggesting a high level of preservation. The service history is documented with 14 stamps, primarily from Halliwell Jones, and a collection of MOTs supports the recorded mileage. While it's not stated to be in perfect condition, the description emphasizes its desirability to collectors and purists, implying minimal imperfections and excellent maintenance. Therefore, a rating of 8 (Excellent) seems appropriate.
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Manual
Transmission:
WBACH72080LD83003
Chassis No:
Odometer:
56,000 miles
R339AYA
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
We are very pleased to offer this stunning BMW Z3 1.9 finished in Atlanta blue with black leather.
If you know your BMW or James Bond history, you will know that BMW launched the Z3 in conjunction with the Bond film ‘Goldeneye’.
The success of the film took the Z3 into hyper space for demand, so many so these were selling for thousands of pounds over list price on the launch.
Due to limited numbers in the beginning, this carried on for a while after and made the Z3 one of the most desirable cars around.
Being registered by L.J.
Irvine & Sons on 3/1/1998 makes this a very early example and was possibly subject to the initial frenzy at the time.
It was then sold to a chap in Cheshire by Halliwell Jones who kept it for many years and had it serviced by them whilst in his ownership.
The Z3 comes to us from a very high brow collection, and is only coming to market due to relocation.
Upon viewing, you will understand why it was in a special collection.
The specification on the Z3 wa...
Points of note
£530
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,465
Median Price (Since 2020)
£33,559
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jan 27 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
56,638 miles
Registration Date
1998-01-03
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 28 2026 with 56,638 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- various corrosion under vehicle (inc cavity wax)
Passed
On Sep 06 2024 with 56,638 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Passed
On Aug 08 2023 with 56,634 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed
On Apr 01 2021 with 56,632 miles
Passed
On Nov 25 2019 with 56,632 miles
Passed
On Nov 16 2018 with 56,631 miles
Passed
On Aug 02 2017 with 56,630 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Oct 19 2015 with 56,629 miles
Passed
On Aug 22 2014 with 56,596 miles
Passed
On Sep 13 2013 with 56,596 miles
Passed
On Sep 13 2012 with 56,596 miles
Passed
On Jul 12 2011 with 56,596 miles
Passed
On Jun 24 2010 with 56,588 miles
Passed
On Jun 26 2009 with 56,578 miles
Passed
On Jan 22 2008 with 54,028 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- all 4 tyres tread getting low
Failed
On Jan 21 2008 with 54,026 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
User Entered:
- all 4 tyres tread getting low
Passed
On Jan 19 2007 with 47,897 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Front Nearside Tyre Sidewall Cracking
- Brake Fluid Level low
Passed
On Jan 25 2006 with 43,225 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
User Entered:
- front n/s brake binding slightly
- play in the steering
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