1998 Bmw Z3 prices in California
The median asking price for a 1998 Bmw Z3 in California is $11,992 based on 6 active listings.
As of July 26, 2026, the median asking price for a 1998 Bmw Z3 in California is $11,992, based on 6 active dealer listings tracked by VinAssessment.
◷ Updated July 26, 2026 ▤ 6 active dealer listings, refreshed daily Methodology →
Typical: $9,248–$15,872 — the middle half of 6 asking prices
Why the wide range? Price depends mostly on configuration and mileage — see below. This spread covers the middle 96% of asking prices: we exclude the cheapest and priciest 2% (payment-priced ads, typos, salvage) so outliers don't distort it.
What moves the price on a 1998 Bmw Z3
The $9,248–$15,872 typical range isn't randomness — two factors explain most of it:
The 1.9 typically asks $9,490, while the Z3 M asks $22,997 — same year, same market.
Asking prices run about $23,995 at 30K–45K miles and fall to $11,497 at 90K–105K miles — roughly $2,100 for every 10,000 miles.
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Modelled from 16 real asking prices, adjusted for mileage and location. Not a formal appraisal.
1998 Bmw Z3: a fair price for your mileage
A 1998 Bmw Z3 sheds roughly $2,100 for every 10,000 miles. Find your mileage below.
Fair price by mileage and trim
| Mileage | All listings | 2.8 | Z3 M |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30K–45K miles | $23,995 | — | $28,990 |
| 45K–60K miles | $14,500 | $12,800 | $23,995 |
| 60K–75K miles | $11,400 | $11,400 | — |
| 75K–90K miles | $8,995 | $8,872 | — |
| 90K–105K miles | $11,497 | $8,999 | $13,990 |
Medians of live asking prices per band and version; “—” means fewer than 3 matching listings. National data.
Fair price by mileage — all versions combined
| Mileage ⓘ | Based on ⓘ | Fair price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30K–45K miles | 9 listings | $23,995 | $12K–$29K |
| 45K–60K miles | 8 listings | $14,500 | $12K–$22K |
| 60K–75K miles | 7 listings | $11,400 | $9,989–$18K |
| 75K–90K miles | 5 listings | $8,995 | $8,750–$13K |
| 90K–105K miles | 6 listings | $11,497 | $9,248–$14K |
Same trim and condition assumed — mileage is the biggest lever after configuration. National data; California prices track it closely.
1998 Bmw Z3: price by trim
| Trim | Based on ⓘ | Median price ⓘ | Typical range ⓘ | Where it sits ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 16 listings | $10,492 | $8,862–$12K | |
| Z3 M | 16 listings | $22,997 | $19K–$26K | |
| 1.9 | 6 listings | $9,490 | $7,498–$11K |
Based on a small number of listings per trim — medians are indicative, not definitive. National data; California prices track it closely.
Price history
Median asking price by month — national · shaded band is the typical range (25th–75th percentile)
The median listing price for a 1998 Bmw Z3 is $10,694 (July 2026) — up 8.1% from $9,892 in August 2025.
Monthly price table
| Month | Median price | Typical range | Vehicles listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2026 | $10,694 | $7,000–$14K | 23 |
| June 2026 | $9,596 | $6,236–$12K | 20 |
| May 2026 | $10,244 | $8,800–$15K | 20 |
| April 2026 | $9,990 | $7,850–$15K | 17 |
| March 2026 | $8,348 | $6,372–$11K | 20 |
| February 2026 | $9,948 | $8,207–$12K | 14 |
| January 2026 | $7,995 | $7,122–$10K | 23 |
| December 2025 | $9,397 | $7,548–$12K | 12 |
| November 2025 | $9,745 | $7,741–$11K | 16 |
| October 2025 | $8,124 | $7,350–$9,986 | 11 |
| August 2025 | $9,892 | $8,242–$11K | 10 |
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Frequently asked questions
Why do 1998 Bmw Z3 prices range from $7,200 to $27,741 in California?
The spread comes down to configuration and mileage: higher-mileage, base-configuration examples sit near the low end, while low-mileage and premium configurations reach the top. Half of all listings fall between $9,248 and $15,872 — see the mileage and trim breakdowns above for where a specific vehicle lands.
How much should mileage change the price of a 1998 Bmw Z3?
Expect roughly $2,100 less for every 10,000 miles on the odometer. A 60K-mile example should cost about $6,300 less than a 30K-mile one of the same trim — check the fair-price-by-mileage table above for your band.
Do Bmw Z3 prices in California differ from the rest of the country?
Yes. The average in California is $14,246, which is $1,349 below the national average of $15,595. Local supply, demand and transport costs all play a part.
How many 1998 Bmw Z3 are for sale in California right now?
6 in total, nearly all pre-owned. Counts refresh daily from live dealer inventory.
How we calculate these prices
We track 6 active listings for this vehicle across dealer sites nationwide, updated every day. Average and median are computed from real asking prices on live listings. We exclude the top and bottom 2% of prices to remove data errors, salvage titles, and monthly-payment figures posted as if they were sale prices. Prices reflect dealer asking prices — not final sale prices — and exclude taxes, fees, and incentives. Trim and mileage move the price more than any other factor; see the breakdowns above.
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