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Props to filming yourself and putting yourself out there, lack of cuts was good and fairly engaging but I gotta say, most of this stuff is just par-for-the-course 25+ year old shitbox problems. I Daily an EK1 Civic and it's kind of the same experience, OEM shit is expensive (if it's even available), paint is eh (actually got mine repainted because is was scuffed), safety is next to nothing and it's small which makes it hard to be seen (somehow, it's a sedan but shorter and smaller than a 2013 Civic hatch). Bird shit and bugs is just owning a car that sits outside, regardless of the age. I'm not a producer or anything but I am a marketing manager so would encourage you to stick to a solid script and then kind of question it from a "logical haters" point of view. For instance, pointing out issues that aren't BMW Z3 specific issues can come off like whining about owning an old car, shit is old, it breaks down. I'd look at reframing your script writing to look at more BMW-centric stuff that is a common issue with the Z3 like oil and PS steering fluid leak, audio system failures, engine problems and then the faultiest MY like the MY 2000 Z3 having 58 reported issues from owners (like the pinch welds for the trunk floor breaking loose) when the '03 Z3 only has 4 Related issues. Not trying to make you feel bad can just trying to help avoid the backlash you've gotten on this vid, because with this title, people expect a good argument. The "why" you've offered in this video is a "why VS a modern car" (I guess?) when people expect a "Why VS another 26-year-old sports car or convertible" - Also, B Roll is super underrated (most iPhone shoot in 60+ frames @ 4K or FHD, so you can slow that down for pans etc.), get a tripod if you don't have one already and colour grade your footage (or at least grade your B-Roll, you'll be able to hide any jump cuts when you're speaking with B-roll too). Best of luck dude 🤙

At least your hair likes a Z3, suits it very well.

2 minutes into this video, I'm expecting mechanical issues and this dude is just complaining that he bought a small old car. if you didn't want an old small car then don't buy one or simply sell what you have. know what you are buying

It's not the car's fault that you're broke. You didn't describe many bmw z3 problems. You talked mostly about 26yo shitbox problems.

So you want all the latest safety features and a bigger car to feel safe. You also want to go to the dealership for any problem that you have with a 26 year old car and buy OEM parts. You need a garage to store it to keep the bugs and bird poop off of it. Those are some pretty solid reasons to dislike your car (sic). You also say that "we" have owned much more reliable cars but this is your first car (?). After all that you want to go cruising in your convertible. Yeah well I think I will not be subscribing to this guy's page (and it looks like several are doing the same, LOL).

1/10 ragebait,

‘97 2.8 manual for 4500 but I overpayed by 1000 imo. It’s currently in my garage rebuilding the head. That’s not cheap either. I do all my own work and it’s still expensive.

Only buy a z3 if you don’t mind looking after it yourself. I got mine 4 years ago, wasn’t a car guy and could still manage to google how to do a head gasket replacement myself. I’ve done everything so far now and prob saved around 8k 😂. Get some black sealant for those windows pillars for god sake. Also spray some lithium grease down the interior slots too to get rid of squeaks and rattles- this hack is mint

Bro sounds like Lance Stroll.

I didnt realise the prices of them in the us, in the uk a 1.9 can be bought for around £1500 depending on mileage and condition of course

As someone who has owned an '01 3.0 Roadster for the past two years(and riding in a parent's '99 2.8 when I was in high school), I have to disagree a bit. Point 1: I like the fact the car is older. It's more raw and analog; it's not bloated with the distracting technostuff that will eventually get outdated when the 'next big thing' comes out. I prefer driving the Z3 over my 2019 Lexus RC350 daily because of that. With proposed(and slated) regulations in brand new cars to include speed limiting devices, driver monitoring technologies and other 'nanny features' I simply refuse to own anything newer. Point 2: I don't feel the Z3 is inherently unsafe, but you DO have to practice defensive driving and be aware of what other people are doing around you. Use the car's strengths(such as its handling and smaller size) to your advantage. As far as cargo space goes it is limited, though you can work with it. I've done a 3-4 day trip with someone else and we had space for our essentials and some souvenirs to bring home. I could probably do extended solo road trips with the Z3 without any trouble, and I have used it for grocery shopping. The previous owner used it to go surfing; just put his board in the passenger seat with the top down and went out to the beach. Point 3: All cars are going to cost you money and time. Every car is going to break down in some fashion; whether it's a Z3 or a brand new Corolla. If you can't(or won't) fix it yourself you will have to pay a bunch of cash to have a shop fix it for you. If you can't try to find secondhand parts or come up with creative solutions to fix things, the dealership is going to rip you off each and every time. If you're going to own a car that is more than 10-15 years old and isn't super basic(again, Yaris, Corolla, Fit, Civic, or something like that) you're either going to have to learn to wrench to save costs or bust out the wallet if you need something fixed. You shouldn't be taking any car that is out of production to the dealership to be worked on; you should be going to a trusted independent mechanic with experience with these engines/platforms. Since you have friends who are helping you work on your car, that's a great thing and you've got a great way to learn how to work on it. Point 4: Older convertibles leak; that's an unfortunate fact of life. With the new roof you'll need to adjust your windows and seals; even with my hardtop it leaks a bit. Again, that's where creativeness and knowing how to turn a wrench is just about necessary when owning an older car. Perfection isn't even attainable with a new car; that first door ding or gravel chip is going to be disheartening. I have the same feeling about my Z3; it's a link to an arguably better past and I love taking it on my work commute as it's fun and NOT one of the featureless modern boxes that people tend to want these days. My RC350 is different because it's a coupe and not some soulless crossover/SUV, but when I want a more cerebral experience I take the Z3. :)

Brotha you are daily driving a 26 year old automatic bimmer. I have a 2002 2.5i z3 I only use two or three times a week and it’s a dream! Also the later models have side curtain airbags so they’re much safer!

Wish ya lived near me and we could swap stories and help each other with upgrades and fixes. Im near the birthplace of my 1998 Red Z3 ///M in Charleston, SC I've been restoring it back to OEM; but want to upgrade speakers, and fix a few smaller things. It's always something with these cars. They got a lot to give - but need a lot of love. Keep making the videos man!

Love your videos. I own a 98 1.9 liter Z4. Her name is Zimma.

I just my 98 Z3 today. 1.9 liter. $950

Nice review. I'm 62 and just got a like new 2018 Clarity 6 weeks ago. I absolutely love it. My 1985 Toyota 4x4 with a 4 cylinder gets 15 mpg as does my 2005 8 cylinder Toyota Tundra.

Staggered setup(275s rear) with e30 rear caliper bracket and hydro brake and manual swap with coil-overs and then control when u hydroplane

i think i saw ur car at cars and coffee morrisville. i went to look for you but didn’t find you

I really like my z3.It sat for a year and haulf for overheating. Which it is not know

this was painful to watch... people need to quit thinking they are "you tube celebrities" and get over themselves - you aren't special, you did nothing that hasn't been done before, and on top of that you don't even know what you're doing, you're just another idiot with a camera...

What rooftop brand and what glovebox brand did you go with? Can you send me the link to them both since I also need my rooftop and glovebox replaced

Nice ride, don’t worry about being loud just smile and nod

I just completed a one year ownership of my salvaged title clarity touring with 24k miles at the time. Cost me 10.8k to purchase, fix and register the car. So far no problems. $58 was my total cost to drive this car in a year because my job is cool with me charging at work for free and my round trip commute is 10 miles. I think imma own it for 3 more years and then sell it. Hopefully the car market has fixed itself by then. Parts take a while to get. Even dealerships are having trouble getting the fuel pumps to fix the recall issue. I also hear that there's a condenser issue and the same part is being used to fix it so chances are it's going to be a long term problem. My next car will probably just be a camry or a honda hybrid. I remember my friends 22 camry hybrid was getting him close to 700 miles. The prius is ok looking but it's a very small car. Too bad they stopped making these clarity's. I personally like the exterior especially in my green color and when it's nighttime, the lights make the front look very aggressive/elegant.

Got my own '21 Clarity Touring 6 mo ago. Coming from a '06 SUV, I absolutely love it as a daily driver. My commute to and from work totals around 55 miles, so I still end up using the HV mode a bit, but even then, my (tiny 7gal) tank of fuel still ends up lasting quite a while. And it's less than $25 to refill! I do wish there was a bit more storage space in the back though, that battery hump makes it difficult sometimes to fit larger things in the trunk. Another minor gripe is the dated infotainment system. I wish it was similar to the one in the '22 Insight.

US is full of spare parts. Go find some. With 500€+2000€ for the softtop you’re good to go.

Almost thought you were saying goodbye to the BMW when I glanced at the title lol, cool video and love the z3.

I've seen a video with the Z3 with a wide body kit and dark metallic pink and it looked 🔥

Zip ties are a handy man best friend

Good stuff mate, good luck on the move! Got any upgrades planned for the Z3?

wait, i’ve seen that exact cybertruck at cars and coffee this month. around where do you live?

awesome meet bro and dang the lc500 is such a good looking car

Kind of confused me whej you spoke about the 350mi trip but you had low gas and electric lol

What kind of douchebag breaks the back window instead of a side window? I hate thieves so much its unreal. Glad you got it sorted buddy, sharp ride.

LOOKS AWESOME MAN

stealership hourly labor is probably $250

Awesome car, thanks for posting!

One of the things you dropped looked like a radio antenna adaptor

that’s a weird ass dream😂

dude i just gotta say, i love your content. you are wonderful. strait to the point, entertaining, and genuine. keep going man!

oh damn that was a lot cheaper, congrats it looks awesome now

Turned out great especially for how much you saved. Best of luck.

I have owned several convertibles, including my current '02 Z3 2.5i. I have NEVER locked any of them at any time. Anything of any value that I may need to leave in the car, including registration, is locked in the boot. Now you know why. Very unfortunate, sorry for you loss...

You can take the money from the insurance and keep the car

Wow. What a machine and good friend Thomas is for helping you out! He made it look easy! Glad to see you found a way to get the car fixed after the break in!

Who is the Phoenixette, the car or the guy? The guy looks more like a she than the car.

that looked fun lmaoo congrats the new top looks awesome

Mate, if the airbag light pops on after the seat rempval, try to address this asap. If it stays on too long, it doesnt allow you to reset it.

Thanks for the video. I have had my 2018 Clarity since I bought it new in early 2019. Paid $36K in Kansas without all the rebates/etc that coastal folks got. Best car I've ever had. I tell people I got a $50K car for $36K ;-) Likes: Interior (as you mentioned, it's very nice). Ride quality (awesome suspension, making even bumpy concrete pavement smooth). Roomy (much bigger than its series-hybrid PHEV progenitor, the Chevy Volt). 40 to 60 miles of all EV range (depending on season and if one drives over 50 mph). Smooth, quiet torque, especially for in-town driving (it was designed as a full-EV, but without the huge battery - so it has all the advantages of an EV, without the range anxiety, charging time, or up-front CO2 footprint.) 1/5th the size of the battery in a full EV - so much better for the planet - even if you count the CO2 footprint of the 1.5L engine. Zero range anxiety (unlike a full EV, we can fill up at gas stations when road-tripping. I have driven it for 4 years and as you said, never use any gas except when I put it in hybrid mode for significant distance interstate travel). Appearance (except for the fender-skirts over the rear tires). Dislikes: Hard to think of any other than the fender skirts. The gas tank could be bigger as you said, but personally I like to stop every couple hours anyway. I think this issue is very dependent on 'use-case'. The windshield washer is anemic. Honestly, that's about it. It's very hard for me to think about dislikes because I honestly love the car 🙂

How much do you want for her?

dog u got a old bmw learn how to work on it or get rid of it