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1999 BMW M Roadster M Roadster

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1999 BMW M Roadster – exterior Unverified
Photo: BMW Z3 3.0i (Facelift) – f 03102024 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the M Roadster (E36/7, 1998–2002); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: BMW Z3 3.0i (Facelift) – f 03102024 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: BMW Z3 3.0i (Facelift) – h 03102024 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: BMW M Roadster PL by Beemwej, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: BMW Z3 M - Flickr - Alexandre Prévot by Alexandre Prévot from Nancy, France, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: BMW Z3 M - Flickr - Alexandre Prévot (1) by Alexandre Prévot from Nancy, France, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1999 BMW M Roadster M Roadster is a 240-hp 3.2-liter convertible with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $42,700 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.

It makes 240 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 236 lb-ft of torque at 3800 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 19 mpg city and 26 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The M Roadster measures 158.5 inches long on a 96.8-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,142 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$42,700 ($83,298 *)
Engine
Engine TypeS52B32
Displacement3.2 L
Horsepower240 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque236 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-valve inline-6
Bore and Stroke86.4 x 89.6
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual (ZF)
Fuel Economy
City19 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity13.5 gal
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.4 in (vented)
Rear Brake Disc12.28 in (vented)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 in
Wheels Rear17 in
Tires Front225/45ZR17
Tires Rear245/40ZR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length158.46 in
Width68.5 in
Height50.39 in
Wheelbase96.81 in
Front Track56 in
Rear Track58.7 in
Cargo Volume5.8 ft³
Curb Weight3,142 lbs
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1999 BMW M ROADSTER.

18 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1999 BMW M ROADSTER

Owner Complaints

18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1999 BMW M ROADSTER. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure9
Power Train5
Suspension5
Air Bags2
Seats1
Unknown Or Other1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Sep 16, 2015 · Suspension
“OVER SEVERAL MONTHS I HEARD INCREASING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF MY CAR. WHEN I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC HE FOUND THAT THE ENTIRE CROSSMEMBER THAT HOLDS THE DIFFERENTIAL TO THE SUBFRAME HAD PULLED LOOSE…”
Jul 28, 2015 · Suspension, Power Train
“TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR ENGINE MAINTENANCE AND ASKED THEM TO ADDRESS SQUEAKS AND RATTLES. ON INSPECTION IT WAS FOUND THAT THE REAR CROSSMEMBER HAD ALMOST COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE UNIBODY AND THE…”
Mar 15, 2012 · Suspension, Structure
“WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, THE REAR END FAIL AND BEGAN TO DRAG. AFTER GETTING THE CAR TOWED TO THE SHOP, IT WAS NOTED THE REAR END SUBFRAME WELDS CAME LOSE. AFTER CONTACTING THE INSURANCE COMPANY THEY…”
Aug 4, 2011 · Suspension, Unknown Or Other
“CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW IT NOW HAS A BROKEN SUBFRAME. IT BEGAN AS A THUMPING NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE CAR. I THOUGHT MAYBE IT NEEDED STRUTS. AFTER LOOKING CLOSER I SAW A TEAR IN THE FRAME. I TOOK IT TO…”
Aug 1, 2011 · Structure
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 BMW M ROADSTER. THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS INSPECTED AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1999 BMW M ROADSTER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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