Production of the sports model BMW Z3 began in 1996 and proceeded till 2002. The car was released in a roadster and a coupe bodies. Assembling of the car was carried out in the USA at the plant in Spartanburg.

For the first time BMW Z3 concept was shown in 1995 at the showroom in Geneva. The car made so strong an impression that the company received a huge number of orders.

BMW Z3 cars possessed excellent roadability and perfectly passed difficult turning movements. It was equipped by low located center of gravity, a sports suspender, the stability monitoring system, ABS system and a wide wheelbase. Windshield bars were strengthened by steel tubes for protection of the driver and passengers.

At the end of 1997 the BMW Z3 M car with higher dynamic characteristics went on sale. The car was equipped with the improved sports suspender and a new exhaust system. Also the car received new side panels and rims. In interior there were additional chrome plated elements.

This version was so successful that in 1999 the Automobile Magazine awarded BMW Z3 M coupe for the best design. Drive of Top Gear recognized model as the best car of 2000.

In 1998 the company presented BMW Z3 with new design. Disks, a cowl, a boot lid, a bumper and rear lights underwent changes. Width of a track was increased for the stability.

Also BMW Z3 coupe with the technical characteristics didn't differ from a roadster went on sale. The car received a capacious baggage compartment.