After approximately 15 minutes of driving a fire erupted from under the hood, no indicator lights displayed and no odor of raw fuel was apparent. power to the vehicle ultimatley failed as well as the brakes. wife able to stop the vehicle using the emergency brakes. within minutes the motor and accouterments were charred to a crisp. the vehicle was totaled.
Bmw z3 is a piece of crap. dealer now thinks that there is underlying problem with vehicle. 3 cd players, 2 ignition systems, 1 fuel sensor, 1 engine that wouldn't start due to something stuck open and just general poor quality. i do not recommend this vehicle for anyone.