The Soul of a Youngtimer: Why Character Matters

In an age of increasingly homogenized cars, something truly special is fading: character. A modern car is designed for efficiency and convenience, but a youngtimer—a car from the 80s, 90s, or 2000s—tells a different story. These are vehicles with a soul.

A youngtimer has a distinct personality, from the unique lines of a BMW Z3 Coupe to the unfiltered road feel of a first-generation Audi TT. Unlike today’s cars, they weren’t engineered to be silent or isolated. They engage the driver with their mechanical feel, their unique sound, and their specific quirks. This is what we mean by character. It’s the feeling you get when you start the engine, the way the steering wheel communicates the road surface, and the timeless design that sets it apart.