Old flames die hard - Imran & Bilal buy an S54 Z3M Coupe

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  • Опубліковано 21 вер 2021
  • Back in the day both Imran and Bilal both owned a Z3M Coupe, the at the time lesser loved variant of the M3. There must be something special about the car though, as all too often office discussions would come round to how they both regretted selling them.
    As the saying goes, old flames die hard, and the itch needed to be scratched, so here is the newest addition to Imran & Bilal's collection, an S54 Z3M!
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  • @Stephen-re4oy
    @Stephen-re4oy 2 роки тому +17

    Z3M on BBS LMs is perfection

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +3

      Agreed! There is no better wheel for this car.

    • @papa_pt
      @papa_pt 2 роки тому

      I bet black paint with gold LMs on this looks amazing.. Silver on silver is classic

    • @BestMotorWerks
      @BestMotorWerks 2 роки тому

      Bbs ch are also good for this z3m

    • @Fee.1
      @Fee.1 2 роки тому

      @@EvolveAutomotive I think the stock on the s54 is pretty flawless too

  • @chrisg4rr377
    @chrisg4rr377 2 роки тому +6

    As a young lad working in a garage one of these came in but in Estoril blue(the guy was a offshore scaffolder, so it sat in the corner of the workshop for about two weeks) and everyday i would come in and stare at it. Fat arches, dials in the middle of the dash, the quad pipes. Just made it look so cool.

  • @saferandquieteroads
    @saferandquieteroads 2 роки тому +5

    the design of this car is so original

  • @gouldnj
    @gouldnj 2 роки тому +18

    What a great buy! These are lusted after here in the States and VERY rare in the later spec like this. The LMs are such a perfect choice as well. Nice one!

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      Sought after and rare over here too! Prices are only going one way.

  • @bestbesto1345
    @bestbesto1345 2 роки тому +3

    (Z3///M) Its design at the time is legendary
    She is really an icon.

  • @bonniedrasco8166
    @bonniedrasco8166 2 роки тому +3

    Damn! I honestly believe that as a Beemer fan, a petrol head (from classics to modern) I get to live my car life through these amazing guys at Evolve! Imran please you have to do a proper fully made documentary on the lives and history of the Evolve family / company and it’s owners and staff, what you do in-depth and. Who your customer base is

  • @rarswlew6070
    @rarswlew6070 2 роки тому +3

    These are brilliant but I love the standard wheels, one of the best parts of the car. Was hoping you were on the hunt for some, not that you’d got rid of them!

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Well by got rid.. they’re in the warehouse. But if you both lusted after a set of wheels and couldn’t afford them at the time then it’s only right to fulfil that dream.
      Not to say the OEM wheels aren’t a great design though.

  • @paulstaniford8622
    @paulstaniford8622 2 роки тому +8

    A real iconic car and that looks like an excellent example! Congratulations on the new purchase.

  • @1seipai
    @1seipai 2 роки тому +2

    It's fantastic that you also value the classic analogue cars! They are so driver focused.

  • @InitialD604
    @InitialD604 2 роки тому +4

    so great to see a couple guys with the means to revisit a classic from the old days. Bravo boys, blocking the car in with business material isn't the worst garage space problem to have :) Keep up the great work!

  • @c2c0rider
    @c2c0rider 2 роки тому +1

    Cracking video! Just purchased a z3 myself, and whilst I've got a far inferior engine, your comments on the vehicle constantly putting a smile on yourself really ring true!

  • @taco_yunior
    @taco_yunior 2 роки тому +1

    my mom bought one of these a decade ago, ive just gotten my license and ive been able to drive it. its silver exterior and imola red/black interior
    unfortunately its only the S52 engine but its still decently nimble

  • @joncoh101
    @joncoh101 2 роки тому +1

    man, i love the road and your guys cameras split over the screen!

  • @Anders_HeymSR30
    @Anders_HeymSR30 2 роки тому +2

    Talk about a unicorn! Z3MC and S54!

  • @chrisduran3007
    @chrisduran3007 2 роки тому +1

    Such a great, iconic car! Always enjoy the Imran/Bilal chemistry. Like two brothers who love cars and engineering

  • @thedetailingdoctor5746
    @thedetailingdoctor5746 2 роки тому +3

    Epic car guys so glad to see someone give it the attention it deserves! ❤️ keep it up guys!

  • @richardmurphy546
    @richardmurphy546 2 роки тому +2

    That certainly is a piece of nostalgia right there. It just looks like nothing else!!

  • @MrVocalist101
    @MrVocalist101 2 роки тому +2

    always loved these!!, great buy!, looking forward to you sweeting this one up!!!!!

  • @olliemorgan974
    @olliemorgan974 2 роки тому +2

    Only a little bit jealous! True piece of automotive history you guys have bought there, looking forward to more!

  • @azstmpr
    @azstmpr 2 роки тому +4

    Looks awesome! I’ve got a Clownshoe S52 Imola red here in the states.

  • @technique275
    @technique275 2 роки тому +3

    Great buy. Have a Dakar Yellow S50 myself. Looking forward to seeing/hearing the airbox. Atb.

  • @matthewworrell8784
    @matthewworrell8784 2 роки тому +1

    An absolute classic, one of my favourite ever cars! The shape is stunning!

  • @BestMotorWerks
    @BestMotorWerks 2 роки тому

    You guys are true bmw enthusiast and bmw collectors. You have a great taste for BMW's..well done and keep going.love to see you grown.

  • @davehumphreys2759
    @davehumphreys2759 2 роки тому

    Nice, I have the s50 m coupe, there's only around 450 left from the original 800 odd. Mine has been a garage queen and only done 10k since 2004 so trying to sort it to be as good as it was. So far in the last 1500 miles I've changed 2 O2 sensors, inlet manifold gasket, braided clutch hose, fan and clutch, currently looking at vanos solenoid seals. But man it goes like stink when you wind it up. Came back from Norfolk, in the rain and second gear just spins up, think third is sketchy and will spin in the wet. Crazy, great. mad and weird cars, got to love em..... enjoy yours it looks lovely.

  • @sh1tstainednappy209
    @sh1tstainednappy209 2 роки тому +1

    Had to come back for another look. Its amazing how big cars have got, there is something special about a car that is small in proportion and rare. Was behind a 2002 ti the last 2 days on my commute. Maybe one of those for the stable imran ?

  • @patrickhathorn5097
    @patrickhathorn5097 2 роки тому +1

    A great video gents, really enjoyed watching it.

  • @Antony_AMGenthusiast
    @Antony_AMGenthusiast 2 роки тому +3

    I remember when I was 21 (long time ago) and these was so much cheaper to insure than the E46 M3 because less of them on road less of them get into accidents, was enough to convince my friend to get one over the E46

  • @samcourt6228
    @samcourt6228 2 роки тому +6

    That’s bloody cool. The styling is quirky but it’s aged well and seems to be getting cooler. The LM’s suit it to a tee 👍
    They’re bloody tiny compared to modern stuff. Chap on PH has a gorgeous red one.

  • @russtaylor4242
    @russtaylor4242 2 роки тому +1

    I'm definitely bringing an E86 Z4m coupe to you for airbox and tune, and definitely fitting BBS LMs or CSL wheels. Cannot wait

  • @catvisimo
    @catvisimo 2 роки тому +1

    great to see you guys chat and drive, GG

  • @broncoupe
    @broncoupe 2 роки тому +1

    well done guys had a couple myself luv styling always felt it didnt feel quick when driven and positively hated the sill used to bang my foot on it every time I exited it

  • @classiccarssp
    @classiccarssp 2 роки тому +2

    Great S54 (detuned) Clownshoe! Miss the S50 cable throttle.. dont understand why they changed it to electronic on the S54 😫

  • @IamnotClarissaOakes
    @IamnotClarissaOakes 2 роки тому +1

    Such a cool little brute of a car. Love it. Great video. Like a mini road trip.
    Imran: "How does it feel?"
    Bilal:

  • @davidv1612
    @davidv1612 2 роки тому

    Great vid. Looking forward to more. I’m running a S50, be good to meet up

  • @siyz250
    @siyz250 2 роки тому +1

    Love these. Ever since l watched Jenson Button doing power slides in a carpark somewhere on promo when he was a Williams Test driver l think. Saw one in the flesh for first time in Queenstown, New Zealand.

  • @mikesmcoupe9259
    @mikesmcoupe9259 2 роки тому +1

    @21:40 I totally forgot this was a left hand drive rode and my heart dropped as that car came around the curve…lol
    Nice video of the best car there is. I’m biased of course

  • @ralphpeiris5996
    @ralphpeiris5996 2 роки тому +2

    I am in love with that car. Such an appreciating asset

  • @Hcarmad
    @Hcarmad 2 роки тому

    Another great video, and what a car, Z3 M coupe is a mad whip, look forward to the mods on this.
    Estoril blue was the best colour on these.

  • @bobimoto28
    @bobimoto28 2 роки тому

    Love this unicorn ...big fan of the channel and of your art and engineering and passion ...Go Bimmer 😁

  • @jamest5149
    @jamest5149 2 роки тому

    Glad you guys can now reward yourselves for all the hard work and deserved success 👍

  • @1337Hans
    @1337Hans 2 роки тому +1

    you probably know this, but the sunroof delete on the s54 cars are extremely rare, so awesome buy if that was an accident. Also a shorter diff helps these a lot, I have a 3.91 and 6speed swap in mine , vs stock 3.12 and it rocks

  • @Asad-zeetwo5241
    @Asad-zeetwo5241 2 роки тому +2

    Imran is very good on camera and excellent at presenting.

  • @retroboy2013
    @retroboy2013 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful. Speakers in the roof lining? 😯. Can't wait to see it when its done! Great find 👌🏿

    • @andrewhkim
      @andrewhkim 2 роки тому +1

      Surprisingly, the stock ones are tiny 2.5" speakers.

  • @carsaddicted
    @carsaddicted 2 роки тому +1

    What a great yougtimer choice!! Thanks you 👌

  • @dudndadn12212
    @dudndadn12212 2 роки тому +2

    Back when beemer made driver's cars instead of computer shit boxes. Own a M3 E46 with the 6 spd manual myself, it's a joy to drive.

  • @pauledmonds3249
    @pauledmonds3249 2 роки тому

    Lovely car Imran and a very informative film as usual.

  • @99unclebob
    @99unclebob 2 роки тому

    Great video Imran/Bilal maybe both your hairs will grow back ,LOL, Coupe is a style i always liked, I don't believe that I saw more than handful here in Winnipeg, I remember seeing 2 silver and 1 black and i believe the black one had the S54 engine it sure sounded sweet running through the gears , 325-350 hp is plenty for these cars , they weren't that heavy it is all about the experience not 0-150 mph, a great cruise, i can hardly wait for the intake Bilal is going to do a one off for this car, 20p says he is gonna do it it was in his eyes, this car is a keeper and i know the feeling of regret of selling my first GT and it was such a nice car great cruiser and tourer 👍

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      These older cars are all about feel rather than speed for us.

  • @Dulanor
    @Dulanor 2 роки тому +1

    The steering rack from the 1.8 4cylinder z3 is perfect swap, highly recommend a set of coilovers some fresh bushings all around and a short shift kit with clutch delay valve delete. For starters 🙂

  • @adamkelsall3942
    @adamkelsall3942 2 роки тому +1

    Loved my MCoupe.....especially after Steve Guglielmi (Guglielmi Motorsport) fettled the chassis on it. Stock springs with bilstein B6 dampers and some proper geo makes it a much more composed and less hairy arsed car. I'd love another.

  • @omairtheman1
    @omairtheman1 2 роки тому

    iA this car will bring your team alot of success on UA-cam!

  • @sh1tstainednappy209
    @sh1tstainednappy209 2 роки тому +3

    Love a breadvan z3. Such an epic shape, they dont make them like that anymore

  • @jhrodriguez08
    @jhrodriguez08 2 роки тому +1

    I have Eventuri air intake and evolve remap on my E46 m3, for first time I got to see the geniuses behind.
    PS : I would only improve the way air gets fed to the intake some sort of long neck tube to the bottom of the car to avoid getting hot air from engine bay

  • @richardtrow2751
    @richardtrow2751 2 роки тому +1

    I've loved those from day 1 , fantastic

  • @GeesDrive
    @GeesDrive 2 роки тому +1

    Very happy memories for me with the Z3M. I did work experience as a teenager at Sytner with the Alpina tech. He took me out in a Dakar Yellow Z3M on my first day for a shakedown. Needless to say it's a sideways ride i'll never forget. Great purchase Imran, will it be a keeper?

  • @mountjoy23
    @mountjoy23 2 роки тому +2

    Those seats look very similar to Vaders from the E36 M3, what a great purchase, can't wait to hear that intake.
    Edited to say, interesting comment about the steering rack, in the States we used to put a Z3 rack in an E36 as an upgrade.

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      Quite a lot smaller than a Vader though! Cockpit is tiny,
      Z3 1.9 rack is an upgrade, Z3M has a slower rack.

  • @hevendranarayansamy2793
    @hevendranarayansamy2793 2 роки тому +2

    Wow. Amazing car. Congrats guys.

  • @E30_Sunny
    @E30_Sunny 2 роки тому

    Just make sure that rear axle panel ain't cracking . Common as hell on these . If it's OK then check to see if it's been done under warranty at any point . If it hasn't i would highly recommend you get the box section in the rear axle panel filled with resin to strengthen that panel .too much power for the rear end . I remember doing these replacements when I worked for bmw 15 years ago . E46 was another common vehicle with that same problem .
    Very good buy tho Imran congratulations on your purchase. Car looks awesome. 👌

  • @ThatBMWrider
    @ThatBMWrider 2 роки тому

    Still Beautiful after all This years ❤️

  • @coastalrider1155
    @coastalrider1155 2 роки тому +1

    Great story and well done guys you deserve it

  • @andrewhkim
    @andrewhkim 2 роки тому

    what's that little bump in the ceiling? is it an empty sunroof motor bump?
    always good to see these cars get coverage. congrats on returning to old loves. cheers!

  • @rezaq1
    @rezaq1 2 роки тому

    Never got to own one of these….great car. Had a 3.0 Roadster last year which was awesome.
    AC Schnitzer….I’ve for an E38 AC Schnitzer S7 I might consider selling.

  • @DomX2008
    @DomX2008 2 роки тому +2

    Great purchase guys! Can't wait to hear the raw sound of it once you get one of your systems on there! Are those rear speakers in the roof at the back?

  • @joncoh101
    @joncoh101 2 роки тому +1

    "Reminds you of your youth... hairs growing back" haha!

  • @EVBoxster
    @EVBoxster 2 роки тому +1

    Please can you post the spec of the BBS LM wheels. Offset, widths etc

  • @sundeepubhi
    @sundeepubhi 2 роки тому +3

    Beautiful car Imran, congratulations 👍🏻

  • @caseyscales2087
    @caseyscales2087 2 роки тому +1

    Falling in love all over again

  • @robertinogarcia7387
    @robertinogarcia7387 2 роки тому

    Please make an Evneturi Carbon Airbox for the S50 also, will get one if you have

  • @andy00grant
    @andy00grant 2 роки тому +1

    Always wanted one and I think they resemble M140i's to a degree. I get what you mean with the FF aswell which is a car I could never dream of buying unless the numbers come up on the lottery.

  • @1881Gordon
    @1881Gordon 2 роки тому +1

    Bilal +Tesla = Shame on you! 😂. Seriously though. This is a great video Guys. Can tell you're real enthusiasts.

  • @DjNikGnashers
    @DjNikGnashers 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing car, love it to the core.

  • @rezaq1
    @rezaq1 2 роки тому

    I remember your M3 at Dunton mate. Avus blue with side badge delete.
    I had a few, in fact I’ve had over 30 E36’s including the individual Orinoco one floating around with an S54 that Gary put in (my old car).
    Bill do you remember my Dakar Yellow E36 M3 3.0 cab with hardtop on 37k? Damn, I should have kept that! And my E30 M3, and I guess the E30 M3 Sport Evolution…..

  • @davidthomas7424
    @davidthomas7424 2 роки тому +1

    Suggestion 1, Rohana RFX 11 look just like the ac schnitzer type 3 but wider rears they would look disgusting on zm3 coupe

  • @sanjaymajithia
    @sanjaymajithia 2 роки тому +1

    Great review!! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 awesome car

  • @mbae58
    @mbae58 2 роки тому +2

    ABSOLUTELY LOVE this addition to ur collection 👌 just wondeting tho why isn't there an e60 m5 in the collection? Is it because of the poor reliability

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому

      Had one in period, nothing went wrong, think it’s best to leave it there 😅 Also never ever miss it 🤷

  • @KRBY555
    @KRBY555 2 роки тому

    Had Storm motorwerks set in my SMG e46. -converted it and now have a M performance knob. But I see Storm is back producing ? I'm tempted - @evolve can you give me any feedback on the V4? Essential upgrade in SMG - but is V4 as good as V1?

  • @PHFilms3
    @PHFilms3 2 роки тому

    It’s definitely more of just a car to Bilal at this point and you can see that you’re more hyped about it. I have lusted after the z3m coupe for the last couple years. Although I haven’t driven one… but I have driven a Supra and thought it was okay. Because of the long bonnet and what feels like sitting in the back. The steering didn’t feel right. What I mean is feel immediate. at most turns at 7/10 pace it felt like I turned the steering and then saw the hood of the car go in that direction. Does the z3m have a better rack or does it feel same?

  • @nevaloseheart
    @nevaloseheart 2 роки тому +1

    Always loved these

  • @patrickzarambaud7688
    @patrickzarambaud7688 2 роки тому +1

    Real iconic M car 👍🏽. You guys should also look at picking up a e63 M6

  • @BestMotorWerks
    @BestMotorWerks 2 роки тому

    Why did not use oil temperature in that cluster? The e46 m3 uses one.
    Also the z3m with s50 engine uses an oil temperature at the cluster..

  • @jamesmitchell3661
    @jamesmitchell3661 2 роки тому +1

    Now that is a sexy piece of Bavarian engineering

  • @BryceBrown1
    @BryceBrown1 2 роки тому +1

    I've watched this video a few times now.. this car just puts a smile on my face. So much about it! Enjoy! P.S a Hofmeister Kink would be the icing...

  • @davecash4158
    @davecash4158 2 роки тому +1

    Mates dad has a Dakar yellow one owned bout 13 years lovely cars

  • @davidthomas7424
    @davidthomas7424 2 роки тому +1

    No offence bro i love bbs that's what I run on my car but the wheels that trump these in my opinion are the Ac schnitzer type 3 19s staggered set up super rare suit the car to bits

  • @PixelVogue
    @PixelVogue 2 роки тому +3

    Wish I still had mine, maybe in the future! OG Classic. I had mine resprayed in Interlagos blue as I hated Estoril! Also had the Evolve airbox (S50) which took up half the engine bay LOL

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +1

      Was your number plate M15SLE or similar?

    • @PixelVogue
      @PixelVogue 2 роки тому +2

      ​@@EvolveAutomotive Good memory, it was M555SLE. I sold it to a chap who came all the way down to Oxford from Kirkwall in a Lotus Carlton. I had it one Z3Mcoupe forum aswell in the members section, if you search Ads - ProjektZMC pictures still work, lol

    • @PixelVogue
      @PixelVogue 2 роки тому +2

      Also a weird thing I got mine as same time with another chap (reminds me of you guys lol) when we used to be on E36Coupe forum (RIP that forum), he bought Bilals Storm bits for his as I think he was a forum sponsor 😎

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +2

      Small world! We discussed your car whilst filming this.

    • @PixelVogue
      @PixelVogue 2 роки тому

      @@EvolveAutomotive Haha nice. Will be good to see your mods on the car.

  • @lebogangmokogonyane8068
    @lebogangmokogonyane8068 2 роки тому

    Made me cry 😢

  • @spent808
    @spent808 2 роки тому +2

    Loved mine, proper b-road bomber.

  • @OBrianJones
    @OBrianJones 2 роки тому +1

    Love these!

  • @cw205mi16
    @cw205mi16 2 роки тому +1

    Front needs dropping a tad IMO. Front wings are same as all Z3, rear is not wider than 2.8/6cyl roadsters

  • @sats7819
    @sats7819 2 роки тому

    Im sure I saw this near the A421 a couple of weeks ago!

  • @geordierag
    @geordierag 2 роки тому +1

    As you know Immy, going out in your car at a meet in 2006 @ Ace cafe made me buy my current Imola car which I still have 😎

  • @rezaq1
    @rezaq1 2 роки тому

    I remember the same issue with my 840Ci Sport at petrol stations with people asking me what it was….

  • @grad0n
    @grad0n 2 роки тому

    A steel grau 02 z3m3 slicktop is in my top 3.

  • @rossmonkhouse6512
    @rossmonkhouse6512 2 роки тому

    I’ve still got Bilals old purple e36 Evo that I bought off of him .

  • @user-ps3qk3xl2d
    @user-ps3qk3xl2d Рік тому

    Own an S50. Totally OEM. Diff between S54 and S50?

  • @HakanDuzgun61
    @HakanDuzgun61 2 роки тому +2

    BMW E31 850 came with quad exhaust first no?

    • @EvolveAutomotive
      @EvolveAutomotive  2 роки тому +2

      Ooh you may be right! We were specifically thinking M cars and completely blanked on the 850i

  • @JamiesGarage1
    @JamiesGarage1 2 роки тому +12

    Love love the clown shoe! 🤡 👞 especially with the S54 ❤️💪

    • @Fee.1
      @Fee.1 2 роки тому

      The s54 is the only one in the USA

    • @DrNookie21
      @DrNookie21 2 роки тому +1

      @@Fee.1 nah that’s not true. North America got the S52

    • @Fee.1
      @Fee.1 2 роки тому

      @@DrNookie21 nah I meant I don’t consider the American s52 a worthy clownshoe just a clown show

    • @Dulanor
      @Dulanor 2 роки тому +1

      The s52 is a fantastic motor. Its more reliable then the s54 and much better for daily driving. The s52 is also much easier to build should you want more power.

    • @Fee.1
      @Fee.1 2 роки тому

      @@Dulanor you mean easy to build if you want stock s54 power thus negating all the supposed benefits you mentioned ?

  • @Dulanor
    @Dulanor 2 роки тому

    When you mentioned engine codes,you said previous gen had an s50 I believe you meant s52.

  • @naveedsafdar5339
    @naveedsafdar5339 2 роки тому

    Hi much is the carbon Airbox
    I have the same car thx

  • @jakefromstatefarm9721
    @jakefromstatefarm9721 2 роки тому

    Does the front bumper have the reflectors in it? Isn’t that a US spec?

  • @SM-od2jh
    @SM-od2jh 2 роки тому +1

    Great stuff