I’ve been looking at the price curves on cars like Ferrari and Porsche’s for years and you normally get the best entry price at the 15-20 year mark. Past the 30 year mark they are normally back to the price they were new. A new £100k Ferrari 355 or 993 turbos for example dipped to entry prices of £35-40k and they’re both on their way back to £100k. Past the 40 year mark I’d expect them to be in the £200-400k range. I think the Z3 and Boxster to do similar multiples relative to their original purchase prices and timelines. Man maths definitely helps buying future classics 😂🙌 For me if it’s a mid 90s two seater convertible it’s an SL500 or SL600 all day long 😎🚀

I had a 1.9 Z3 in Germany but now have a 2.8 Z3, both with manual gearboxes. There is a world of difference between the two versions and the 2.8 truly is a sports car.

I have a Z3 since 2013 I love this car I will never be able to sell it! It puts a smile on my face every ride! I get compliments on it all the time and it's been very reliable. You can't go wrong with a good well maintained Z3!

I just love the vibe at 6:48 ! this is exactly how it's done: hats for men, waving scarves for the women, roof down and enjoying the ride! This is why I love my z3's

since june 2020 I am the fair owner of a "modest" bmw z3, a simple 1.9i titansilber from 2001 that makes my heart beat faster every time I enter the garage. I have wanted it since I was 13, in 1995, and when my husband gave it to me I swear I couldn't believe it ... it still seems like a dream to me !!! It is so well preserved that I am preparing the papers to make it "gold plate" (the highest prestige for a vintage car, here in Italy). I love it and would not sell it for the world

He nailed the overall essence of this roadster. I have had my 1997 25 years come April. It is finally arriving at the classic stage I knew it would. When he said it just makes you feel special, I knew he truly understands a Z3. It is for lack of a better term…, a savory dish meant to be enjoyed without haste.

A super review, a quality and genuine production, Thank you!

Buen vídeo amigo. Tengo la versión 2.8 de 1999. Está subiendo mucho su valor🙏

Checking in with a 98 2.8 Purchased 2000 130k miles Never sell army 👊👊👍👍

I've had an mgb gt and I've got a 2.2 z3 now and it is 100% all the classic car enjoyment with much less of the hassle. Best car I've owned, so great to drive

First time on your channel. Love the old-school vibes in this video. Just love it. And a proud silver '97 Z3 owner here too. I have the 1.9 and it's loads of fun. It has the M suspension and that does improve its feel and feedback. I've had it for 3 years now, and every single time I walk up to it, I smile. Just love it. Even in winter when it does get cold :)

I own a 2001 z3 3.0i. I clocked 0-60 at 5.4 seconds with no engine mods (had a sport exhaust installed, other than that its completely stock). Definitely a dynamic sports car if you have the bigger engine! Great review Freddie

Absolutely bang on KZfaq assessment of the Z3. I just picked up the 5 speed manual '02 2.5i and I could not be happier. I will throw every expendable dollar I have to keep it running as German engineers intended. It's a love affair with the visceral, pragmatic, and raw driving experience the Z3 provides. Top down, sunshine, and just drive.... does not matter where the destination is.

Many thanks for this great Video ! I bought my 1997 Z3 1.8 twenty -two years ago and I drive it almost every day. Really good fun !

Just bought a 2002 2.2 z3 a week before this video was posted. Absolute blast of a car, couldn't be happier with the purchase.

I got a 2l auto 40k miles last year for 4k, just because I thought it was beautiful. An unexpected thing enjoy most about it now is the engine. I didn't know about engine configs before, now I'm an inline-6 fan! Beautiful sound, and so perfectly smooth. Very happy so far :)

Need to have the 3l silky smooth 6 lot though. Glad you had fun. Amazing roads there to drive on.

Absolutely brilliant video, in my favourite car,and in my favourite holiday destination.I was glued to this,you have a very professional vibe that just kept me watching.I’ve had my 1.9 1997 Z3 in the Bond Spec Atlanta Blue !! since June 2020,and everything you said in the video is just how I feel when driving it. I am actually showing it at the Stars & Cars childrens charity event at the Bolton Arena on Sunday the 10th of April..Just look for the 60 years of Bond area..

I was fortunate to come into a bit of money last year, soon after we’d moved out to rural area with some great country roads. For the first time in my car-loving life, I started craving a drop-top. Looked at various MGBs, Chimeras etc but you nailed it in this review - Z3 has a bit of that classic roadster vibe while still being modern enough for airbags etc, and I feel like the shape has aged gracefully compared with contemporaries like original TT/SLK etc. A lovely little 3.0i facelift came up for sale locally and I couldn’t resist. As you say, it’s never going to beat an Elise on the bends but that big straight-six up front and the faithful roadster layout (none of this new-fangled, mid-engined Elise/MGF nonsense…) with big longitudinally-mounted six up front under that long bonnet gives the vibe of a Healey or TVR S. It’s addictive stuff and the engine note is wonderful too. I love it! (although kinda wish it had the red leather seats of your car rather than standard boring BMW black)

Me ha gustado mucho el vídeo. Conduzco un BMW Z4 3.0 a diario desde hace 4 años, y realmente disfruto mucho con el por las carreteras de nuestra isla. Gracias una vez más por la opción de los subtítulos en español. Saludos!

Beautiful Z3!! Definitely a future classic! Great video!! Thank you for showcasing this BMW!

Hi Freddie and Monica - I bought a 2011 TTS 9 months ago for 6k GBP and 70km. Changed the timing belt and the radiator along with a full service and I LOVE it! Purring like a kitten since! Totally agree - it's a feeling you have when driving these beauties - the essence of adventure and absolute pleasure e ery time I turn the key and hear the 2l engine gargle, then the pop of the turbo. It's simply a beautiful thing. Enjoy and thank again for a great vlog.

Long video, but very enjoyable to watch, thanks Freddie!

on my second, had a 2.8 in the day....totally mental, now have the 1.9...far more balanced....26years old this year!

I want to add my voice as one who also appreciates your adding auto related content. Honestly, it’s your enthusiastic and articulate commentary about your passions and discoveries that make your videos so entertaining, whether they be about motorcycles, cars, cafés, quaint villages or spectacular vistas. Plus Monika’s editing and music montages keep the pace moving.

4 months ago, I bought a 2001 3 0i with 43,800 miles. It's fast at 5.6 seconds 0-60 mph and 155 mph top speed. I own a couple 911s, but something about the Z3 keeps me driving it 4 to 5 times a week. Go buy one now.

Amazing review Freddie

I went from 5.7 Charger to 3.0i Z3 and I can’t get enough of it 😍 True modern classic in the making

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Freddie and Monika

My favorites in order would be z3, z4 and SLK. Would love The z3 with a 3.0l engine. Great video and very nice to see Monika back with her cute sandals 😊 Also, those cakes looked delicious 😋

Freddie, you’ve absolutely nailed this one. This car has so much heritage and looks that I can’t see you being wrong.

I just bought a ‘98 Z3 2.8L with manual transmission. Love it! I’ll probably still be driving it 10 years from now. It’s so much fun.

Absolutely spot on , stylish video 👍

Great video, I absolutely love the Z3 so bought one in June 22 for 5k and it's the 3.0L. need a bit of tlc but so worth it Amazing car to drive, highly recommend

Always loved the z3 and i can see prices going up pretty quick

Totally agree with your sentiment , had bought one new in 99 fully loaded. Great cinematography and music btw.

So true,i have the slk.and z3.1.9.and i sold them and i looked at quite afew z4.and decided on buying a z3 again but this time i got the 2.8L.it put a smile on my face everytime i drive it.i just loving driving real slow or real fast with a customed mufflers and aftermarket upgrades it look cool as hell.thanks

Great car. I own almost exactly the same car you’ve shown here, 1996 1.9 16v engine but with a manual gearbox. It’s an absolute joy to drive.

I saw this video a few months ago, and I just bought a 1996 BMW Z3 Roadster last weekend. Silver and red just like this one, but with a black top and a 5 speed manual transmission. 51k miles. I absolutely love it! Thanks for the video!

Awesome video 👍👍👍I bought mine Z3 because of videos like this 👍👍👍 hello from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

Owed two, currently have the 2.8 pre face lift manual with 40k miles on her. Love it, love it. 👍😎

Having owned z3 coupe a 2.8 coupe I do believe The 1.9 allows for a maximum driving experience, I love my 96’ manual with 48k miles, no issues, nearly bulletproof engine (probably as good as the M30 engines on the old E34 535i’s) excellent gas mileage, not a lot of electronics just pure mechanical driving pleasure.

Hi, I fully agree with you! Thanks for the video. Well done 👍

Really nice video Freddie. Nice blend of music and videography. I have a 99 2.0l inline 6 which I bought on 89k miles, after 2.5 years its on 104k. it is a car which is a head turner, you barely see these on the road anymore. When you have the roof down, It makes all the difference! I daily drive it and have driven in all conditions except snow and it holds its own. Its not the fastest but when you hit that 4000 rpm range, you have to have a smile on your face

the way you speak and the way the camera is following you kept my eyes plugged in the entire video :D

Really i thnk so too. From Tokyo.

I recently picked up a manual 2.5l model here in the states. I was entertaining an Mx5 and some other roadsters and small sporty cars from the 90s - early 2000s. Prices on most of my Highschool “dream cars” have shot through the roof these past couple years. Then I remembered the z3. Once I started perusing the classifieds I was really pleased to see prices for Z3s were still pretty reasonable. It’s as if the secret wasn’t out yet. Like the casual car fans had yet to discover there were other real-wheel drive 2 seater roadsters out there of this era. I ultimately purchased a well-kept and unmolested Z3 and its been a joy

Lovely video and tracks. Bought myself a 2001 3.0i manual with 67000 kms for a steal in 2020.

Sweet video! And just bought a 2001 2.2 z3 sport! Had Boxster S and Z3 coupe before, even 650i before this roadster and still lusting for next summer with this great little roadster :)

Thanks for this passionate video.....good looking things never die and of course in this "emotinally dry"automotive time prices will get up more and more. You are so right..the 90ties are a brilliant automotive bridge ,because they combine the daily driver with the sincere emotions of the previous times. PS.i envy you, because i would have loved to be behind you and watch you and the spektakulär places from my 2.8 . Lets see if i manage to get there 🙏

Oh well....I will be in the market for a Z3 in the spring,2022. Have a 328i Coupe...but I saw a Z3 in the parking lot a few months ago...and couldn't take my eyes off of it. It's a work of art! Note: 5 minutes later... I'm hooked. Just Gotta Have it!

Freddie enjoyed your video and review.Z3 is a lovely car and bargain roadster. My mates wife had one as a company car the year they was released , the car with a 2.8 engine.

Great review. Picked up a 2L a few years ago. Love it and it pulls great in 4th so you can overtake fine on a motorway. I also have a '96 GTV; it requires a little more TLC but looks so distinctive in modern way. The Z3 has just the right amount of retro I think to avoid it looking like a pastiche. Envious of the weather. Best wishes

Agree blast to drive. Have a 2000 M Roadster and it is everything i want in a driver performance car. I had a 2003 Z4 roadster but did not feel the same, then I went to a 2007 Z4 Coupe, best looking car i have ever owned but nothing beats the drive in a M Roadster.

I am 35 and just made my driving license. (Yes late..) I need it for my job now. And only thought about renting cars occasionally first. While doing my license lessons it came to me that it’s wise to buy a cheap car to get practice. So I looked around more or less unsatisfied about what rubbish you get for your money. Found a decent offer for a boring car and visited the dealer. Where I saw a green z3 from 97 covered in dust in a corner of his workshop. My sister (a car addict who drove me to the dealer) asked him about it and he said that it needs to be maintained and he’ll need some months for it. We all had a small talk when the dealer said.: „Look, you can have that (boring) car the moment you have your license and I’ll make you a price. But I see you aren‘t that motivated. That Z3 makes you light up. It’s looking poor now. But when I am finished he’s like new.“ nothing wrong with having fun with your car. So, I‘ll start refurbishing it and call you when I know I’ll finish him so you can make an appointment to let the car get checked while having your test drive.“ so now (3 months later) I have my license. The z3 is nearly ready and I am really thinking about to buy it when the final check doesn’t open up serious questions. Especially as the price is reasonable and all those ugly cars aren’t much cheaper either. They are not as old and have less miles. But, are basically worthless. That video motivated me even more as buying that fun car doesn’t seem to be an endless flow of costs. It’s more an investment. With fun.

I bought one last year.... amazing car.

Great backing track... and the rest obviously!

Got one in 2020 for $5k USD. 2002 3.0 in silver at 115k mi. Never touched snow, no rust. Spent another 5k in maintenance over two years. Just needs a new top, paint the front bumper and upgrade the wheels from 17s to 18s. People who don’t know a lot about them think they are more expensive that it is. I get compliments wherever I go. This car will be a classic with time.

Being a Z3 owner since -03. I have seen the prices gone down and then up, I have a full speced Z3 M. Similar cars in the spring jumps up to $40000 or above, some low mileage models jump more than $60000. If you want one, buy in the fall or winter.

Beautiful Hommage to the undervalued Z3. As you well said, you don't buy a classic for the performance, but for the simple reason it's pleasing to drive. I own a BMW Z3 1.9 and it never fails to make me smile when I take her out!

I recently purchased a relatively low miles (130,000) Z3. I went for the 2001 model year 3.0i with the 5 Speed Manual, black interior, and 15 spoke multi-spoke 17" wheels. That combination proved VERY hard to find but I was determined. I am completely in love with the car. It is a charming, great looking with the standard wide body, incredibly quick. BMW quotes 225hp and I'm willing to bet it's making every bit of those horses at the wheels.

Freddie what a beauty...oh and the car too!

And if you have a M version , its jackpot!!

Had ours for over 10 years. Parked in a garage most of that time. Not driven for over 2 years. A great car.

Currently looking at a beautiful z3 with 145k miles but the exterior and interior is astonishing looking at getting for about 5k US dollars hopefully I can have the same joy I seen you have driving it

Great video and content, I've had an RS4 Audi, sold it and looking for a Z3 just to enjoy cruising with the roof down.👍

Freddie - you are my favorite car enthusiast reviewer. Thank you for this beautiful look at a timeless classic. I have had one for 10 years and just got hit by a dump truck. I bought a 2001 today to replace it and it has only 65K on it. Can't wait to wave if I see you on the road.

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Spot on. Always wanted one but always need something that could have roof racks on it.

Congrats on passing 25K subscribers! I bet 50K will happen much faster.

I finally got my Z3 Back After Selling It Last Year. Same Colorway! My Favorite BMW

They're great and fun to drive as long as you have the time and patience to deal with the cooling issues

Interesting car!

I was in the roadster market about 10 years ago, and at the time I looked at Z3, Z4, H2000, Boxster and Mx-5. Wasn’t looking at specific years, but was looking for cars in the $10-15k range, and was absolutely looking for a manual. I know people love the Honda and the Porsche, but for me they felt like they would be good if you were pushing them to their limits on a track, but were a bit rough to just enjoy a leisurely drive around town. The Z3 has the prestige, but lacked a lot of performance. The Z4 was brilliant - had the elegance and prestige but also the performance to match. Comfortable at low speed but a maniac if you pushed it at all. The price was the highest of the lot and the seller a jerk so I passed. Wound up with the ‘05 Mazdaspeed Miata, which had extra performance and styling upgrades, and immaculately maintained by the owner. Great combination of laid back fun when you want it and thrilling performance when you find the right road. Love the channel - keep up the good work!

Z3 is one of a BMW icon, for sure!

I think you are correct here Freddie. bought a 1990 318is E30 ten years ago for £1695. just sold it for £13.2K. I didn't spend any money on it other than service items. Was garaged and seriously pampered though!

You make me want a Z3. 😍😍

Such a nice car Freddie, I've always had 3 series coupe's and have E92 at the moment but was only looking at Z3s and Z4's last week and thinking of maybe changing, but wow when I saw the prices I was quite shocked compared to 2-3 years ago, you're certainly right about the desirability of these great cars and I think I might have to change before it's too late😁 I also think a good MGF is going to be a car on the move upwards too maybe, love those too, great video as always Freddie, great stuff👍

I owned this z3 for 2 years what a nice car🎉

I've been in love with these since they came out and I troll the market every now and again but, it seems all the good ones are in Florida or California (1800 miles away). Now, one landed at a dealer not 10 miles away and I'm going to look at it this weekend!

I just bought my second z3. I absolutely love them. Dare I say, I love it more than my e30!? I would be thrilled if they started shooting up in value.

I love mine with a standard transmission That’s what makes it fun to drive!

It's a good thing there are so many of them, or else I'd put a hex on you for promoting my favorite fun roadster! I have owned, in chronological yet disparate order: 97 2.8 manual, 00 2.5 auto, 01 3.0 manual, 98 1.9 manual, and 01 3.0 auto! The slight downside is that my 95 MX5 was better on level elevation twisty slalom like roads, or in autocross. But the NA couldn't keep up on mountain roads. And neither of them can keep up with my 986 Boxster on a mountain road. But the Z3 is the best for cruising, funnest all around, and most exciting in the turns. It's the only car I can hang my arm down over the door since my Triumph GT6 back in the 70's. And they are sooo different and unique from one configuration to another that it's like owning different car models. I bought my 95 MX5 for $1,200 in 2016 needing a top and a new fuel pump (replaced tank as well), sold it for $8k in Dec '21, and had offers for $10k after I had already accepted a deposit at $8k. The take away is Miata Is Always The Answer. So go buy one of those!

I’d get a C5 Vette. That American big V8 machine is so fun! Hope you get a review of it some day

Good video. In Tenerife it is normal to suffer from altitude sickness and ear pain when descending, since it is a lot of height in a few km. Freddie, I feel like we're going to meet up on the road soon, hehe. Greetings

Recognised Puerto de la Cruz, fair play spend many years there 👍

Hell yeah, im going to go out and buy one

Luckily I already own one!

I just appreciate this video. I have my 2000 Z3 that I bought for $2,000 USD. What a bargain. I just love driving to the beach and cruising the canyons in California on this car.

I did purchase in 2019 a Z3 3.0 with 92 000 kms. Mint conditions, absolutely trouble free, fully loaded with chrome package, harman kardon, CC, Stunning topaz blue color… At the marvelous price of 14k€. Bought it completely accidentaly, I just sold a Mercedes CLS 350 at that time (I’ve always been more attracted by big land yacht), I was looking for its successor when a friend lent me a Z4 2.5 wich I found brilliant. Then, I started to look for Z3 2.8s as I prefer the look and the overall old school feeling of Z3s… One day, my 3.0 popped out in Netherland, I took the biggest risk of my entire life buying it absolutely blind… Best decision in my Life, I drove it back to France and I enjoy it since that day. The car is absolutely trouble free and is a blast to drive. Today, good luck finding one for less than 17 or 18k on the continent… As a car guy, of course I sometime feel like I want to sell it. But then, one only question ever remains : which other car could I buy for 14k, that fun and that enjoyable ? Even for 20 000 or 25 000k, wich car could bring that much pleasure with the peace of mind that offers a Z3 ? For that, reason, I will try to keep it as long as possible. PS : That being said, I have one tip to share with those that are looking for this car : don’t overconsider only buying the 3L. I think that it doesn’t bring that much of a difference compared to the 2.8. Addition to that, prices are still a tick lower for 2.8s and there is plenty more cars with this engine. In the end, you will pay more for the 3.0, but the difference is mainly in your head in everydays conditions. Plus, 1.9 with 140hp for much cheaper are also very recommendable, just focus on manual transmissions 😉 Cheers. Vincent

I have a 2000 Z3 and I love it, converted to standard clutch & flywheel, also MagnaFlow exhaust, I don't use the radio in that car, don't want to disturb the purr , you can put your elbow out the window, you can't do that with a Z4, the high door line for safety turns me off. I also have a 97 Land Rover Discovery, I think it will be a classic too. Paid 8K for mine about 10 years ago.

Loved the intro Freddie 👌 You can't beat a bit of open top driving. I remember my wife and I looking at buying a SLK some years ago and I'm discussing technical issues with the seller and suddenly my wife shouts "We've got to buy this car" She had found the cup holder which popped out the dash and rotated 90 degrees before dropping into position. Most expensive cup holder I've ever bought 🤣

My grandfather had one of these, and was about to be passed down to me. Unfortunately, it had do much rust damage that the replacement parts alone would have cost 36k

A very handsome car, this and a Mazda MX5 Mk1 are beauties

I agree... they've got a timeless classic look. I have one, and it's a genuine joy to drive. Every time I take it out I get looks and comments. I picked it up a few years ago and frankly, I could hardly believe how cheap I got it. And right, in 5 years it'll be up to 30 years!

I own a 1997 JDM Z3 1.9. Great car and got it for 10 grand converted. Now my dad bought a 2022 Z4 M40i, the Z3's youngest successor.

My 01 3.0i is about to hit 200,000 miles and I've had it for almost 11 years and I've never loved any car more. The M54B30 engine is in some trim of every model of early 2000s bmw so parts are easy to find. Car's been to the shop once (mistake) and I've done everything else myself. Car can basically be rebuilt with your grandma's tool kit, incredibly easy to work on. Looks fantastic, so much fun to drive, great power, great reliability. I will never sell it (and people have offered me twice it's value) because nothing else fancier or nicer brings me as much joy to drive.

My best bet in my book has to be the Porsche Boxster .This has to go up in value for sure.It was beyond a doubt the best in class.

I'd take a nice 1st gen. Miata. The matching of that body style with the original alloy wheels is perfect.

I bought my 2000 2.5 manual Z3 in 2020. I was monitoring Boxsters, MX-5s, and Z3s. Found a good deal with a removable hardtop and all the little BMW extras for $7500. Excellent shape interior. I decided to pull the trigger and buy it because I had read two articles that summer stating that the Z3 was at the absolute bottom of the price curve and they were going to start going up. Looking at Autotrader I bet I could sell it for $10,000 today. Maybe more since it includes the hardtop. Those are rare.