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I know there are some Sydney Sweeney "fans" around here that might like
to put a bid in on this car. ;-)


This Bold Pink 1997 BMW Z3 Roadster Signed By Sydney Sweeney
Can Be Yours If You're Short Enough
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Imagine getting a car, nay, winning a car, only to find out you don't
fit in it. The excitement of this newly acquired, no-cost-to-you
vehicle wears as you try and stuff yourself into the seat and behind
the wheel in what might be a desperate attempt to drive it at least
once. You come to realize you'll never get to truly enjoy the car,
and must part with it, which was the disappointing reality of the
Michigan man who won the very pink 1997 BMW Z3 roadster topping this
page.

The pink BMW was part of a special giveaway put together by Black Bear
Pictures and Regal Cinemas for the release of "Christy" to theaters.
Any person who bought tickets to the film in its first two weeks at
the box office was automatically entered to win. The car is the actual
car used by Sydney Sweeney for the title character, Christy Martin, in
the film, and was signed by the controversial star. 

According to Garage Kept Motors in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where the
car is currently consigned, the undisclosed winner and owner of the
vehicle happens to be a fairly tall man. He did make an attempt to
drive the car around once, but quickly realized he would never truly
be able to enjoy it. He made the difficult decision to part with it
after just a few months of ownership. But his unfortunate misfortune
can be your gain because you now have the chance to own a very bold
pink convertible that Sydney Sweeney drove and signed.

One man's loss is your future garage gain
Currently listed on Cars & Bids, this BMW Z3 roadster was painted pink
for the film, though Martin was actually awarded a white Z3.
Speculation would lead one to believe the color change might have been
a purposeful nod to Martin's boxing persona, known for wearing pink in
the ring. The exterior sports a few minor blemishes that likely accrued
during filming.

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Sweeney's signature sits prominently on the dash and you can enjoy
looking at it at red lights or from the passenger seat. The Oregon
leather upholstery feels properly broken in after 20 years and over
65,000 miles and it also sports an automatic transmission, but don't
let that be a deal breaker. This is an almost Barbie pink-colored
convertible which already promises a certain level of fun before you
get behind the wheel. You don't need a manual to have a good time.
Other than that the car, featuring a 1.9 liter inline-four engine
seemingly runs fine, although the listing does state that the airbag
light is illuminated. It's an old car. These things happen.

Pretty in pink
The convertible also comes with the signed poster awarded with the car
featuring signatures from Sydney Sweeney and Christy Martin, as well
as the film's director David Michôd, and Katy O'Brian, who played Lisa
Holewyne, former boxer and Christy Martin's now wife.

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If for any reason you're not as impressed with the car's pedigree and
background, this is quite possibly the pinkest BMW roadster; a color
you will certainly not find anywhere else. Especially if your thing is
bold colors, then this seriously would be a perfect car for you. 

Otherwise, the Z3 has been a true enthusiast staple since its
introduction for the 1996 model year. It quickly gained world acclaim
after playing opposite Pierce Brosnan as James Bond's nifty moving
accessory in the film "GoldenEye." And if you didn'y known, it's an
American-made German brand vehicle - BMW manufactured its Z-line at its
South Carolina plant. After 30 years, it still offers a fun alternative
to its competitors like the Mazda MX-5 and Porsche Boxster, and has
aged rather gracefully. Prices are even more impressive, as Z3s tend to
sit in a fairly accessible range in the collector market, for now.

Speaking of reasonable pricing, as of this writing this BMW Z3 sits at
$11,700 on Cars & Bids with the auction closing Wednesday, July 8 at
2:36 PM EDT.


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