The Most Fun You'll Have for Under 5k | BMW Z3

[@JoseVazquez-hm5wg]

Nice video! I happen to own a 2001 z3 with a 2.5i engine. Couldn’t agree more with you, “simply fun to drive car”

[@mattburton3856]

The Bond car was the 1.9l i4 and not the 2.8l i6. You can always tell the two apart from the rear quarter panels. The 1.9 is a narrow axle/narrow body, whereas the 2.8 has wider haunches over the rear wheel. I have the 2.3 (99) like in your video. It has the same wider quarter panels that the 2.8 has. Atlanta Blue also :)

[@willvee1282]

I have a 2000 BMW Z3 with the 2.8 engine. Atlanta blue with cloth black top, blue leather seats. Everything you said was true. The sound system is rough, the roof slightly leaks on the right side. But driving it through the mountains in NY with the top down, or the farmlands in Lancaster, PA is a fantastic experience. It was worth every penny.

[@downshiftauto326]

I'm glad you agree I'm jealous of your 2.8 engine but it's a fantastic car!

[@willvee1282]

Downshift Auto They are all great vehicles. Very nice video btw.

[@downshiftauto326]

Thanks Will still trying to put more videos out

[@TheNewMechanic]

Great video! The Z3 looks great! Looking forward to your future videos!

[@downshiftauto326]

Thanks man!

[@TheRobynhud]

Agree, cheers

[@steveb611]

Great video! Are you doing any more videos on this car?

[@UnseenSpirit]

Hi, do you still have this car? How do you rate them? I'm looking at a 2.2 because it meets emissions in London. The 2.8 I'd have to pay £12.50 to go into London which is about 15 dollars at a guess so not really an option.

[@reesefx]

I just bought one with 200,000 miles on it. Still runs like a top..... For now. Just replacing a few hoses and some sensors. Still a lot of fun. We"ll see if this turns into a triumph or a money pit. Still love the car though. She is not perfect. But I only bought it for the fun

[@CommentingTheTruth]

Looking at a 2000 2.3 with 137k miles. What are some things to look out for? Is this a lot of miles? Not familiar with them

[@bimmerlife5452]

i just got M roadster 1999 59k miles love it bro its amazing car just upgraded the B8 struts H&R springs powder coated wheels black new tires 225 front 255 rear new speakers system dinan cross bar upgraded front an rear sway bars dam men its road hugger eats up canyons

[@gavinvalentino6002]

*NO* *ONE* *CARES*

[@mattburton3856]

Also, the 2.8 didn't arrive in USA until '97. Wasn't available the first year. Pretty neat those two transition years of 99 and 2000. I have the same motor (m52tub25) that you have, but because mine's a 99 I have the older interior. Yours is much more modern compared to mine. Btw, i have mine making around 215hp. It's a fun reliable motor.

[@downshiftauto326]

Thats awesome! How did squeeze more power from your z3

[@mattburton3856]

@@downshiftauto326 cams, intake manifold, headers, and now a supercharger. Once my tune is sorted I'll be making about 300hp at the crank.

[@eclectic3618]

Your model with under 100k miles averages $10,500 on most sites lol

[@MrWitmadrid]

This bluetooth plug is turning off automatically when the car is turned off? Because in my z3 always is on and i'm worried about the the battery if i don't remember to unplug

[@downshiftauto326]

I always left mine plugged in and never had a dead battery

[@banonomys8617]

Very good video. I bought a z3 a few months ago as my daily driver. It’s been amazing. I live in Colorado and it even works well in the SNOW. The only cons are there is NO SPACE for anything seriously😂. If you are thinking of getting a Z3, DO it.

[@downshiftauto326]

Absolutely agree with you. The Z3 is definitely a drivers car through and through

[@speeddemon8438]

Nice video, I’ve been thinking about getting one of these and I was wondering how good the reliability has been for you

[@downshiftauto326]

It's been 50/50 to be honest. The driving experience is well worth it though. If the engine is well kept they can last forever

[@stripedpants1668]

Don’t do it man it’s a BMW. You think youre getting a good deal but then there’s maintenance oil changes etc.

[@gavinvalentino6002]

"...oil changes etc. ..." That is honest to god just a dumbass thing to type.

[@TheRobynhud]

Only way is up from here on in.

[@josdenhartog7385]

Had an European 1.8 from 1998. superb handling! Had to sell with big regrets. Now in the market for 6 cylinder post 1999. 👍

[@downshiftauto326]

I'm sure you'll find a steal! People don't seem to realize how much fun these cars can be

[@tractioncontroldelete]

Nice breakdown! Did you end up keeping the Z3?

[@harlemwolf3706]

Beautiful car, I paid a little under 6 grand for mine. 2000 Atlanta Blue with 108,000 miles on it and I have no regrets about it at all. All honestly I probably put in over a grand for parts such as new tires, tie rods, etc but if you can work a wrench you can buy parts and change them out yourself which is another reason I love the car. Summer night , top down, NYC man it’s a feeling.

[@MicroBuddy5]

super relaxing video

[@timsgarage1356]

Very nice video

[@sheelahkayestepkin4025]

Got my hands on Bucket List Item. 2000 Z3 with 30,000 mi. I'm in love she has a 2.3 which in reality is 2.5.. nice vid... how ya feel one yr later

[@downshiftauto326]

Still love the car to bits but you really have to stay on top of these things. Certain plastic components under the hood get very brittle and can crack so when that becomes evident I would replace them. Otherwise fantastic car

[@yankchef4067]

I just took ownership of a 1998 m roadster in arctic silver and im in love. Great video

[@gavinvalentino6002]

"im" *FAIL*

[@ruialves4965]

I just bought my yesterday with 24 years old and 41000 km ... love it , i was so luck to find 🇵🇹🍻

[@downshiftauto326]

Enjoy it!

[@31acruz]

hOW MANY miles on your car?

[@downshiftauto326]

140k miles

[@31acruz]

@@downshiftauto326 Sounds like it drives very well.

[@timsgarage1356]

What other videos do you plan on doing? This is a really good video. Audio could be improved but otherwise great job.

[@downshiftauto326]

Thanks man! I'm already working on another car review but really focused on a video focusing on our love for cars

[@GreenWitch1]

I just purchased a ‘98. I love it! Needs a little TLC, but it’ll get it over time. Great little car!

[@downshiftauto326]

Ebay has alot of parts for the z3 and try facebook market place! For engine components make sure you get OEM unfortunately alot of copies wont fit

[@GreenWitch1]

@@downshiftauto326 Thanks! I got a new alternator from Rock Auto. They have reasonably priced parts as well. Curious if you know about a secondary air flow code. Whoever had the car b4 me cut the muffler off & now I have a P1423 code. I’m guessing it’s because the muffler is missing because there is a secondary O2 sensor behind the cat. Any info or guesses?

[@BlueWizardRally]

I have a 1.9L m44 engine, when i was going to my tuner specialist bcz i wanted to swap the engine he told me that engine in Z3 are rares, not in power but currently 2.3 and up versions are more common to see inte streets.

[@downshiftauto326]

That makes sense. Not sure where your located but I see 2.8 and 3.0 engines pretty often. The 1.9 engine may not have the most power but they'll last forever

[@michaelheinrich44]

@@downshiftauto326 got a 1997 z3 1.9 black/black. Did some fixes (front axle), shock absorbers and tires. Located in germany.

[@Karl-by6ub]

Hidden jewel is the M Roadster ‼️🤔 Still affordable, but not for long ‼️ Great video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@bobm.5049]

Sorry, poor quality. Sound makes it impossible to watch. Very grating.

[@downshiftauto326]

Understandable sorry this was my first video