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2000 BMW M Roadster M Roadster

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2000 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 2000 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 19 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 (19 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 ($80,589 *)
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
Combined19 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 2000 BMW M ROADSTER.

19 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2000 BMW M ROADSTER

Owner Complaints

19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2000 BMW M ROADSTER (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Structure15
Power Train3
Suspension2
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Equipment1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 8, 2018 · Structure
“SUB FRAME HAS CRACKED UNDER NORMAL DRIVING.DURING REGULAR COMMUTES AND DRIVES ON RESIDENTAL ROADS I BEGAN TO HEAR NOISES FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR AND I TOOK A LOOK UNDERNEATH CAR, THERE WAS A SMALL…”
Jul 11, 2012 · Structure
“THE SUB-FRAME HAS SEVERAL FAILED WELDS THAT HAVE CAUSED A SAGGING OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE BROKEN WELDS HAVE CAUSED SEVERAL, SEVERE CRACKS AND SEPARATIONS IN THE SUB-FRAME AS WELL AS ALMOST…”
Feb 14, 2012 · Structure
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 BMW M ROADSTER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE DETACHED AND FELL ON THE ROAD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THE INNER…”
Dec 13, 2011 · Structure
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 BMW M ROADSTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SUB-FRAME WAS CRACKED AND CAUSING THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL TO DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE…”
Aug 7, 2011 · Suspension
“DIFFERENTIAL MOUNT FAILURE. SUBFRAME SEPARATES FROM TRUNK FLOOR. COMMON IN THE Z3M ROADSTERS. SUBFRAME IS JUST SPOT WELDED TO THE TRUNK FLOOR AND NEEDS TO BE RE-ENFORCED. THE RE-ENFORCEMENT KITS ARE…”

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 2000 BMW M ROADSTER. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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