1989 - BMW Z1 ERRATUM: Roadworthiness inspection. Not valid roadworthiness test. Chassis no. WBABA91010AL01523 French registration title French registration title A true prototype developed without cost constraints by BMW, the "Z" stands for Zukunft-German for "future"! A true prototype developed without cost constraints by BMW, the "Z" stands for Zukunft-German for "future"! - The Z1 roadster, a veritable showcase for the brand, was the Bavarian manufacturer's first major Z series before the Z3 arrived in 1995, and only the second post-war roadster with the iconic BMW 507. Both beautiful and astonishing, its taut styling was distinguished by its... retractable doors. - Sold at the exorbitant price of 366,700 francs, only a privileged few would see their names on the waiting list for the 8,000 examples produced between 1988 and June 1991. Developed by the special BMW Technik GmbH department, the Baur coachbuilder, General Electric Plastics for the fibreglass bodywork and Matra for the retractable doors, the Z1 is the most rigid convertible of all time. - After his wife sold the one he'd bought new in 1990, our enthusiast was in a hurry to buy a second one. Originally from Germany, our model was purchased in 2009 with 47,000 km by its current owner. It arrived in France in 1993 and is registered with the BMW Z1 Club France in the name of a certain Mr S. in the 83 department. At the time, the car had only covered 13,800 km. In a beautiful Traumschwarz-metallic colour with light grey leather and nubuck upholstery, it is fitted with twin tailpipes; the sound of the 170 bhp in-line 6-cylinder is melodious without being overpowering. - During our test drive, the handling of this roadster proved to be beyond reproach. It's easy to handle, the gearbox is precise and the brakes, which feature ABS for the first time on this model, are reassuring. The only problem is that the tyres will have to be replaced without delay, as the last service was carried out on 18 July 2022. - The soft top is easy to operate and in perfect condition. It's important to point out that you're allowed to drive with the doors down to get the most out of this unusual roadster! The Z1's dynamic qualities, rarity and futuristic design make it an authentic concept car on wheels. - The Z1 roadster, a genuine showcase for the brand, was BMW's first mass-produced Z-series model before the Z3 arrived in 1995, and only the second post-war roadster after the iconic BMW 507. Beautiful and surprising at once, its taut, distinctive lines are marked by its most unique feature: retractable doors. - Sold at the staggering price of 366,700 Francs, only a fortunate few had their names added to the waiting list for the 8,000 units produced between 1988 and June 1991. Developed by the special BMW Technik GmbH division, in collaboration with coachbuilder Baur, General Electric Plastics (for the fibreglass body panels), and Matra (for the retractable doors), the Z1 remains the most rigid convertible ever built. - After being 'reprimanded' by his wife for selling the Z1 he bought new in 1990, the current owner quickly purchased another one. Originally from Germany, this example was acquired in 2009 with just 47,000 km. It had arrived in France in 1993 and was registered with the BMW Z1 Club France under the name of a certain Mr. S., located in the Var region. At that time, it had only covered 13,800 km.Finished in the elegant Traumschwarz-Metallic color with light grey leather and nubuck upholstery, it features a dual exhaust system. The sound of the 170 hp straight-six engine is melodious without being intrusive. - During our test drive, the roadster's behavior was faultless. It's easy to handle, the gearbox is precise, and braking-featuring the model's first use of ABS-is reassuring. Only the tyres will need replacing soon, as the last service was carried out on July 18, 2022. - The soft top is very easy to operate and remains in perfect condition. It's worth noting that the car is officially permitted to be driven with the doors lowered-allowing full enjoyment of this extraordinary roadster! In excellent cosmetic condition, this is a toy worth collecting urgently-its dynamic qualities, rarity, and futuristic design make this Z1 a true road-going concept car. Est. 40 000 - 50 000 €