2008 BMW Z4 Consumer Reviews

Perfect after changing tires

Written by: David Kirby on 08/08/2009

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

WOW! I replaced the Bridgestons RF (run flat) tires, with Michelin Pilot Sport ASXL. The ride with the sports suspension, improved significantly, and eliminated the jolting, without compromising the handling. As a bonus, it may enable me to use the car year around in Upstate NY, without having to invest in snow tires, and if I can get even close to the projected 40K miles tread life, I will be even happier.

Favorite Features

Engine and brakes.

Suggested Improvements

Give the customer the option of selecting an all season, non RF tire, which will be less expensive to replace, will ride, better, last longer, and my negate the need for snow tires in the cold climates.

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Fun car

Written by: fun car on 04/30/2009

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

The standard suspension may be the better choice for most people. I have only 300 miles on the manual transmission coupe, and really enjoy it, but I will install all season ties when I have to replace the OE tires. This may soften the ride and extend the time you can drive the car in the Northeast before installing snow tries.

Favorite Features

smooth

Suggested Improvements

Too early to tell.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Donkey Cart

Written by: Wader on 01/29/2009

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0si 2dr Hatchback (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I purchased the coupe off the showroom floor with the sports suspension package. The roads in Northern Illinois are not the best so my wife refers to the Z4 as "the donkey cart". Regardless it is a blast to drive and I get many compliments on its appearance. The dealer experience has been outstanding.

Favorite Features

Handling is fantastic and the short braking distance is amazing.

Suggested Improvements

The only issue I have is the low height of the armrest but I solved that issue with an after market add on.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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I love it sooooo much

Written by: LOVE my new toy! on 08/17/2008

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I am a mother of four kids whose oldest one just got her license - so we are a three car family. But who needs three big cars? Not us! I work full time and drive frequently for work - and this car brings a thrill to even the most mundane errand. I finally got a toy for myself, and I have no regrets whatsoever. The mileage is good and it is incredibly fun to drive - I am the envy of all my friends. I think it is a BEAUTIFUL SEXY car and I will be in tears when the lease is up. Might just have to get another one!

Favorite Features

Its looks - I smile whenever I walk out to the parking lot. The automatic top, the heated seats, and the convenient iPod jack. The trunk also fits more than you think!

Suggested Improvements

Radio could be louder, also cup holders (yes, I know - this ain't no minivan!) position drinks right in front of heat/air vents. But I love its design so much that I hesitate to mess with anything.

20 out 21 people found this review helpful

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Own one and you'll understand!

Written by: Marcos on 07/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

This is my first Z4, I have always had Porsches, my last one was a Cayman S. Let me tell you about my Z4 in a nut shell... it's impressive design and agility gave me what I needed to get off my Cayman and look into my "now present and future" BMW relationship. The car handles like its on rails, it brakes like no other car I've driven before and to top it all on wet surfaces you can not even tell that you are driving in the rain, it just feels like a 997 Turbo handling in a smaller car. I will definitely get another BMW after my lease is up on this baby. I will recommend to anyone that is looking for performance, safety and value at the same time. A real head-turner! Enjoy it

Favorite Features

Love the navigation system, very easy to use, voice activation is magnificent. Stereo second to none.

Suggested Improvements

NONE. Great job BMW!

17 out 17 people found this review helpful

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I call it my little zippy for a reason!

Written by: smd on 05/15/2008

Vehicle

2008 BMW Z4 3.0i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I just recently purchased this car. And oh what a car it is. The handling on the Z4 is amazing, not to mention it's one sexy car. Options that are musts are the leather for easier clean-up with a convertible, the premium package with the auto top, as well as the heated seats so that you can take advantage of the top down on cooler nights. Don't waste your money on the upgraded speaker system. The one it has is amazing! My husband is 6'3" and has plenty of headroom. However it is a little cumbersome to get out of compared to a normal car. But hey, you are driving a sports machine who cares right!

Favorite Features

Headroom for taller folk, great surround sound speakers with awesome base, great handling. great get up-and-go and a very sleek and attention-grabbing interior/exterior. Trunk space is also great for a small convertible.

Suggested Improvements

Although I am not a person sold on power, for the money I would expect even the base model to have a little bit more hp. The automatic (I know... an auto in a sportscar) has this hesitation before it goes.

27 out 30 people found this review helpful

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