2007 BMW Z4 Consumer Reviews

Roadster

Written by: Bijan on 11/15/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Great car, love the styling; straight-six sounds great and the manual gearbox is super-smooth. Love the seating position, as well as the interior space with the easy-folding top up. Very nice to drive, the car is very communicative and gives you lots of confidence, brakes are amazing and stop the car with little drama. My only complaint is with the interior build-quality. The one-piece door panels are great, but the steering column is tilted, a cup holder is broken (I don't even use them) and the transmission tunnel plastic trim squeaks when you rest your arm on it. Besides that, everything you touch is of high-quality and just driving it takes your mind off its few squabbles.

Favorite Features

Sport button that lessens the assist for the steering and allows for great road feel as well as a more sensitive throttle. 50.1/49.9 weight distribution. Revolutionary design and classic roadster proportions.

Suggested Improvements

Interior build-quality for base models.

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What a car!

Written by: DOUG on 09/24/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I've had my Z4 coupe 15 months and have 17,700 miles on it. First car I have "loved"! I'm 65 and behind the wheel, I feel like 25. I have driven just about all sport cars, but none have turned me on, like my coupe. I drove a Porsche on a race track once, but this coupe will beat that Porsche on any curve anytime. And I might add, for half the price. The Z4 coupe is and will be the only car for me. When I'm too old to drive, I'll sit in my rocker, rock the day away, while looking at my Z.

Favorite Features

1. The look of the car. 2. The feel of the car. 3. The way the car responds to me.

Suggested Improvements

Just a little more room inside and move the cup holders to the center. Also a big blind spot in the back. A larger window in back would take care of this.

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What I expected

Written by: Retired & loving it on 08/27/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I bought this car as a retirement present present to myself (curiously, I see a lot of guys (mostly) my age driving these cars!). I have thoroughly enjoyed driving for short hops. I have taken 3 trips of 500 miles and this is not the car for it. The RFTs amplify the bumps on bad roads, and we all know what I-95 can be like. Other than that, it is so much fun to drive and cornering is a terrific experience. I have the 6-speed manual and wouldn't consider the automatic - that would just be wrong in a sports car.

Favorite Features

Auto top, especially being able to lower it with the key fob - what a hit that has been at the senior center!

Suggested Improvements

Seat memory buttons are hard to find in the dark. The trunk release on the key fob needs to be more sensitive. Sometimes, when I raise the windows go after raising the top, they automatically go back down. I have had to lower and re-raise the top to get them to stay up.

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Design getting better with age

Written by: rdavidz on 05/24/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

When the Z4 came out to replace the Z3, I thought they ruined the idea. It's a much different car and when you drive it, you can forget about the Z3. The lines on the car all seem to fit and have purpose, even though I'm not a fan of the Bangle designs. I bought the Z4 3.0si convertible which is a fast car and looks unbelievable with the sport package and 18" wheels. The sport package completely changes the look and driving of the car, it's a must. It's fast enough even with the auto trans which has the paddle shifters. The extended leather and premium M seats are a must too. All the options raise the price, but if you're seriously considering this car, cost is not a concern.

Favorite Features

Just about everything on the car really. The lines of the design are great. People stare at the car as if it cost twice what it did. Out performs 95% of the cars you'll pass. Interior makes the most out of the space the car has, quiet even at 75 with the top down. The Sport package is a must!

Suggested Improvements

Ditch the electric steering, it feels on/off, either too much or no boost. The Z4 M is much more natural feeling. I know the cup holders are an afterthought and they're useless. The silver plastic on the steering wheel is completely out of place on this car, use aluminum or other.

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Instant, incredible fun

Written by: Fred on 04/22/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Nothing like completely changing a day as to hop into the Z and spring off into the night. Incredible driving experience and am lucky to have many windy roads to enjoy. Fun, fun, fun!

Favorite Features

Handling, electronic controls, automatic soft top. Amazing coolness.

Suggested Improvements

None

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2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 6 spd manual

Written by: Dee on 04/21/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I purchased my Z4 for pleasure driving only (sunshine time). This was to replace my previous convertible of 5 years that I sold last year. After test driving numerous cars, once I sat in the Z4 I knew this was one for me. It amazes me every time I take it out for a drive! Usually there is a limit that a car can handle in driving performance but I still can't find it with this Z4. It's like "I can take that, I dare you to go farther!" Needless to say, this is a car that can get you in trouble. BMW really knows how to design and build an exceptional convertible. They have mastered what it takes to create an unparalleled driving experience. I am impressed.

Favorite Features

Euphoric! Exterior/interior design; Bluetooth; size (good for small people); performance; braking, acceleration and handling; safety; runflat tires, rollover protection, airbags, 4*/5* BMW assist; premium stereo; extended leather, maintenance program, automatic top, heated and memory seats, fast. ;)

Suggested Improvements

Channel adjustment on the same side of the steering wheel as the volume adjustment for the stereo (left) leaving right hand open for stick shift. Change/upgrade cup holders, vanity mirrors, a little more storage if possible, automatic peddle adjustment for ultimate seating customization.

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Want to have fun? Drive this!

Written by: Joe on 04/09/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Purchased mine certified used with 11000 miles on it. Very fun to drive! Looks fast, is fast. I rarely used to put the windows down in my old cars, but with this car I put the windows and top down every chance I get! I get many compliments on it--it is simply a sharp looking car and turns plenty of heads. I love how Z4s are not as widely popular as, say, a 3-series and that was a big reason why I purchased mine. If you're looking to buy, seriously consider the metallic silver color with premium package. With the sharp angles of the body styling, silver looks beautiful!

Favorite Features

Great sound system, high mileage (25 in city!), low and smooth engine tone, smooth shifting, consistent acceleration from 0-90mph, responsive handling, killer body styling, and it is fun to drive!!

Suggested Improvements

Low-end power increase, make the electronic steering less sensitive (very noticeable at low speeds), blind spots, object alert (long and low front end--can hit curbs easily if you're not used to it), cup holders stink, little storage space.

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2007 BMW Z4 3.0si

Written by: Jay on 02/27/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Wow, I compared this vehicle head-to- head with Porsche Boxter & new Audi TT. The classic design along with BMW safety and technology won me over hands down.

Favorite Features

Besides the styling, simple to use hands-free Bluetooth, awesome leather, acceleration that pulls effortlessly, I feel very safe.

Suggested Improvements

I wish that the SOS and BMW assist buttons (which are covered by a clear plastic door) were not in the way of my elbow as I place it on the center arm rest.

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Fantastic car

Written by: ash on 02/20/2008

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is by far the best vehicle I've ever driven. Simply a blast to drive, even with the ESP on. You'd be hard pressed to find a car that handles better. It inspires confidence going into every corner, and with skin off your face brakes and an unbelievably seamless ESP, even when the most OMG situations come up, you have the brakes and the control to avoid idiot drivers. The suspension is a little bit on the egg-beater side, but it's well within the range of comfortable, without sacrificing real performance. Basically, this car does everything you tell it to, making everything feel really easy.

Favorite Features

Actually getting over 20 MPG, real sports car handling, huge trunk (I take it to the supermarket), people staring, perfect shifter, feather clutch, sweet exhaust not, killer sound system, flat torque from 2000-6600 rpm

Suggested Improvements

Antenna sticks out of the car like it's a Toyota. 3/4 visibility stinks. Doesn't have a limited slip differential.

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A True Sports Car

Written by: Sassy on 12/01/2007

Vehicle

2007 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I love the car. Bought it w/sport & premium package - no nav. I feel like I am driving a rocketship stereo with its the THX sound and direct aux for my listening to my iPod. It still has a few minor quirks (like remote door locks - sometimes the passenger side won't unlock w/the remote and have to unlock from the center button), which a car this price should not have. This is the first BMW I have purchased and now understand the obsession. There is no better feeling than putting it into "SD" (automatic trans) and seeing all the other cars left in the dust :)

Favorite Features

THX stereo is out of control and Sport Drive rocks. Heated seats are great b/c they warm up the car and you don't need to put on the master heat (in Cali anyway). Looks - the the coupe shows off the lines, this is the true shape the Z4 (plus the hatch fits a way more than expected).

Suggested Improvements

Quality Control & Service!!! I'd rather a focus on the qulaity off the line to prevent having to spend time, energy (and cost of gas) driving back and forth to the sub-competent service - at that point, service doesn't feel free. Also, nav option w/ traffic would be nice (and worth the price)

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