# How The BMW Z3M Got Its 'Clown Shoe' Nickname

> In the car enthusiast world, it's pretty common for popular or historically notable vehicles to have nicknames — which at times can become as well known as the car's real model name.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/2147638/how-bmw-z3m-got-clown-shoe-nickname/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=69e3a723d1904c840e8c6bbd)
- **Published:** 2026-04-18
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #mercedes #porsche #nissan #ford #bmw #clown #nickname #shoe
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