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1999 BMW Z3 Reliability Rating
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Minimal Problems
Moderate Problems
Significant Problems
Category
Rating
Comments
Engine
A general problem with this vehicle is the failure of the Intake Air System. Problems due to leaks in the Intake Air System can result in a poor running engine, and may cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp to illuminate. The failures of the Intake Air System are not specific to any one part, so the $ cost of repairs will vary. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Overall
5 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Reliability History
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Minimal Problems
Moderate Problems
Significant Problems
Significant Problems
