Meet the BMW Z1, the very first of BMW’s Z cars. A two-seat roadster with a retractable soft-top and a traditional front-engine, rear-drive layout. But that was where the tradition stopped. And that’s because the Z1 was actually one of the most forward-thinking cars ever made. It also had ace doors. But let Top Gear Magazine's Jack Rix tell you more as part of our new retro mini-series… Subscribe to Top Gear for more videos: WATCH MORE TOP GEAR: Top Gear Series 29: Geneva Online Motor Show: http://bit.ly/TGGMS20 First Look: MORE ABOUT TOP GEAR: Want to watch a bit of Top Gear on the internet? Welcome to the most comprehensive collection of official clips you'll find on YouTube. Whether you're searching for a caravan challenge, Ken Block in the Hoonicorn, cars versus fighter jets, Stig power laps or the latest Chris Harris Drives, you can find all the iconic films here. Want to share your views with the team? Join our BBC S
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