The automotive world is full of controversy: some designs immediately conquer enthusiasts’ hearts, while others draw negative attention from the start, and others yet sharply divide public opinion. In some cases, a car that was judged as ugly and unpopular at the beginning of its life may later have a change of fortunes and grow into a beloved classic. This is exactly what happened to the BMW Z3 Coupe, a car whose looks were so polarizing when it was launched that it earned itself the infamous nickname “clown shoe”.
