BMW Z3 1 Year Ownership Report | My Thoughts

[@canary_in_a_coalmine]

Many people say to avoid the early z3 automatic transmissions. It’s a sports car, just go for manual stick shift.

[@Phoenixette]

I get why they say that. I mean it is a 4-speed auto from GM. That being said… I can’t drive stick lol

[@user-kg8nj2ze1c]

I got the 2.5i Manumatic (Basically, you can still shift, but no clutch if you move the shift to the left) - Still fun, fast and good car.

[@kubalakhan2]

@@PhoenixetteYou can learn to drive stick . Not that hard

[@kubalakhan2]

@@user-kg8nj2ze1cjust learn to drive stick. Ain’t hard

[@jamalwalker2104]

Me too

[@whitesamurai]

I really appreciate your honesty. And I have to agree: it is a lot of money to "waste" but it has helped you deal with stress and, compared to meth, it is a much better thing to spend money on. When it comes time to sell, you will probably get back your purchase price.

[@Phoenixette]

Thank you for that. I will say, I’d rather spend the money on the car than meth to say the least lol. But I will say that, in a normal car environment, had I bought a newer BMW, I think I probably would’ve lost more in depreciation and higher insurance

[@tonyluk112]

Put a smile on my face….every time driving my '98 2.8L stickl! 😊

[@Phoenixette]

The Z3 does that. It’s one of my favorite things about it. It shows that driving experience doesn’t always equal speed

[@shirlprada2447]

Purchasing a car regardless of make model new old it is a gamble. I make the choice and just get on with it. All the same, thanks for sharing your experiences. I can relate to some of the issues you had, all the same it, has not stopped me enjoying the drive, hope the same for you.

[@Phoenixette]

You make a good point. It’s good to know I’m not the only one having these issues. Regardless, I’ve also enjoyed the Z even if it can be a diva lol

[@dennisdoodan9348]

Sold mine to a friend he loves it. Now Z4 3.0si manual. Wonderful ride.

[@Phoenixette]

Glad to hear your friend is enjoying it. How’s the Z4? Is it different compared to the Z3?

[@Yorkshireghostguy]

It’s a beauty …. same colour as mine. Sounds awesome 👍🏻

[@Phoenixette]

Thank you. I see you have good taste lol

[@Yorkshireghostguy]

@@Phoenixette Cheers….you too 😀

[@user-kg8nj2ze1c]

The Door Handles on mine did the same thing. I used JB weld and it's been holding for about a year. Give it a try.

[@Phoenixette]

I see. One of my buddies ended up plastic welding it for me and it came out really well

[@CommentingTheTruth]

Did you mention mileage when purchased?

[@Phoenixette]

When purchased, the car had 114k miles on it

[@tm5346]

Beautiful Car my favorite color

[@tm5346]

It's a classic and it will always be a classic and I regret it but maybe I should just stop

[@Phoenixette]

I can’t say if you should get one or not but I will say that there are still a lot of pros of having one but also a lot of cons. Don’t let my one video sway your opinion. There are a lot of Z3 owners all over KZbin. I recommend watching more than just this and thinking about if you still want one.

[@rzr2ffe325]

Arizona? Looks like little to no rust on that thing

[@Phoenixette]

Nope. East Coast

[@kamilocwieja4847]

You just pay way too much for such simple jobs.

[@tm5346]

Ugg had 1 for years time now you video may be the video might make me stop looking for a BMW!

[@canary_in_a_coalmine]

It’s a 25 year old car. Things WILL break.

[@svetoslavmikyurlov3105]

manual swap= trans issues fixed

[@Phoenixette]

Modern Problems Require Outstanding Moves lol