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Ultimate Driving Machine
Have always heard BMW's claims to make the ultimate driving machine. Have never drove one before, but after test driving sports cars for a full year and settling on the Z4, now I know why BMW says that - it is the ultimate truth. This car handles great, takes curves exceptionally well, punch the gas and this car takes off! Interior is extremely comfortable, fuel economy good, especially on long drives. Drove from Alabama to Outer Banks, NC for 5 day trip and everything fit in the trunk - most spacious by far. We go out in the evenings just to drive the Z4 because it truly is fun to drive.
I'm Lovin' it!
This was truly worth the wait. The power and handling of my Z4 is performance magic. Ive wanted a Z4 ever since they first came out. She is perfect in every way. She has plenty of truck space; its amazing how much you can really fit in there. Im averaging 25 MPG. Its everything and more you expect from the ultimate driving machine.
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Former Z3 owner gets a Z4
It's my 2nd BMW Roadster, and all I can say is WOW! It's as if BMW read my mind. The Z3 is a FANTASTIC car, but it had its flaws: Plastic rear window, anemic stereo, squirrelly rear- end, too much body flex, etc. BMW listened and fixed EVERYTHING! I've had the car for a week (Z4 3.0, sport package, premium package, etc), and with each passing mile my smile only gets bigger. Overall, I'm in heaven. This car is as close to perfect as I can find. It's 11:00 at night and I just got back from another pointless run to the market for something I didn't need. Excuses to drive are easy to find. The car is just too sweet to let sit.
Baddest Little thing on da road!!!
I recently had the opportunity to drive a z4 3.0 for a week this little thing is so responsive it almost feels a part of you...it corners like its on rails and the acceleration is AWESOME...either in auto or manual this little thing will gallop like nothing else....comfort was great, the GPS was awesome and stereo very impressive.Styling is unmatched!!! Very well built automobile!!!!! Get one if you can afford the $52,000 the model I drove was.....made me feel like a kid again.
Waited a long time to buy another sports
I haven't looked for an excuse to drive my car since I sold my 1981 TR-8. The Z4 is like my TR-8 on steroids. This car is awesome. Fast Sleek and sticks to the tarmack like it is on a train track. Most all today's cars look pretty much the same. The first time I saw the 2003 Z4, I was hooked!
Great Car
Smooth to drive and very fun inside.
Love to Z4oooom
So far, I have had this vehicle for 2 weeks. Let me tell you, it is FUN. There is hardly a time that I do not have a big old grin on my face driving this down the road. The only bad part so far, is it has been raining here a lot, so I have only had a handful of Top-down days. But, I take advantage of those days and look forward to more!
Pure Roadster Experience
A great car to drive and to maintain. Every feature is of high quality and reliable. The design is classic and will be as sought after twenty years from now just as the 50s Mercedes SL 190 is today. The SMG (semi-manual gearbox) adds substantially to the driving experience. The car is far superior to the Audi TT (the slowest roadster ever) and the SLK. Comparable are the Boxster S and the AMG SLK, but both are quite a bit more expensive. Thus BMW gives you the by far best deal for your money. As an advice, do not save on the extras and get as many as you can. You will appreciate it later and every time ou get into your roadster.
Red Z4 by JLV
I have about 2200 miles on my RED Z4. It is small but has the feel of a larger car. The 2.5 has plenty of power. I have AT with premium, sport, and convenience packages. Get all the packages you can. The trunk is adequate but other storage is minimal. A great car and a lot of fun.
A "toy" for the suburbs
I'm a mid-lifer whose purchase reflects a typical mid-life crisis decision. It's a vehicle that's truly a fun "toy". After so many years of driving the terribly practical sedans of the day the Z4 injects a healthy shot of adrenaline as well as a double dose of reality .. (1) It takes a little while to use the 6-speed manual transmission with the unconscious competence needed to enjoy the ride to the max, and (2) Heck, when did I get so old??? Being a practical man with an attitude that frowns upon "social status via automobile", I clearly stepped out-of-my-box with this purchase. It does draw a great deal of attention. That alone takes some getting used to.
Just got it
Just picked my 3.0 up. fully loaded except nav and cd changer. So far a gas to drive. handles and rides well. nothing to complain about. More later.
Awesome....
Outstanding handling & acceleration, 2.5 liter engine is adequately powerful to leave SLK & Boxster behind, great looks, and excellent service at dealership
COOL
It's a fully loaded pretty affordable sports car. It has awesome features and a nice ride. I love it.
Great Overall car
Just picked up a 2003 Z4 after extensive research. This is my second BMW, second roadster (owned a Boxster) and am pleased so far. Handles great, good power and a blast to drive. Haven't had it long enough no notice any major problems.
You drive, you buy....
Great car, get all the optionals you can.2.5 engine have more power than you think you need. You never get tired of driving it.
my Z4
I'm in love with my Z4, its comfortable, fast, controllable, and elegant. I love seeing everyones jaws drop seeing me in it. Never have I had a car so nice. If you're thinking about getting a car, get a Z4 for the ultimate luxury sports car and an affordable price.
Surpasses expectations.
I was drawn to the Z4 because of it's bold exterior styling. I knew the engine, etc., would be everything you could expect from BMW. I found a sterling gray, with the luxury package and some other extras for 37K even. The car is a dream-- extremely responsive steering, and you're in total control with a standard transmission. The dynamic stability control has kicked in a few times, but I've never experienced the lightweight feeling in the rear wheels you find with some other convertibles. This car hugs the ground.
FUN TO RIDE
I RECENTLY PURCHASED MY Z4 AND I AM VERY HAPPY WITH THE AUTO. I GIVE HIGH TO BMW FOR IT'S DESIGN EFFORTS AND BUILD QUALITY. THE DESIGN IMPRESSES ME MOST FOR IT'S EYE CATCHING LINES AND STANCE. IT IS VERY DIFFERNT IN SOME RESPECTS FROM OTHER AUTO THAT YOU SEE ON THE ROAD TODAY AND THAT IS WHAT APPEALED TO ME IN MY SELECTION PROCESSES.
Excellent all the way around
I've driven mine across the country and it's superb in all respects -- fun, reliable, great gas mileage, great performance, all ways. Even though it's small, it has good storage space and excellent driving compartment space. Gas mileage on the road is 34-38 mpg. Semi-auto transmission is fun, but jerks on changes often, annoying. All in all, a plus, though. I'd buy another without question.
really well built
I traded a 2002 C5 on the 3.0l z4- everything but nav system. Big time driving fun with the 18" wheels, etc. A mini-van rear ended me at 20 mph-I did not get hurt. I had no frame damage or bags deploy and I had the car back in 10 days. Have that happen in your Miata, etc. and call me from the hospital. The critics may hate the style, but John Q. Public does not-extremely fun to drive so if it looked like a Checker cab why would I care? Only bitch-if you fail to turn gas cap two clicks, check engine will come on.
Juicy
Awesome totally perfect top speed of 200 320 watt sound system and 400 horse power.
Amazing
I love this car! It's fast, looks great (gets TONS of attention), feels solid and has an intoxicating exhaust note. Cupholders could use some work and my oil indicator came on after 3500 miles, but fine other than that.
Smiling in Miami
I've had the car for about 6 months now and have enjoy every minute of it. the car is allot of fun to drive and everyone wants to talk to you, even at lights. I have the 3.0 with the sports, premium and convenience package.
BMW Z4 2.5I BRIGHT RED
Purchased the BMW after test driving the Porsche and Benz convertibles. The Bmw is by far the better automobile. The BMW came with all options except the pop up dvd navigation system. Love the Z4! Handles like a dream, enough room for tall drivers (I am 6ft 5in) 5 speed manual is smooth, engine performance is great! Dealer (BMW NW) were and continue to be excellent.
BMW Z4
My major complaint is with the low front spoiler. It scrapes on any bump or steep driveway. Very poor design for the road. Also, should be able to start in sport mode and not have to switch it on every time.
Hott
Best car to drive, but you pay to play!
BMW Z4 Driving Review
Z4 BMW is by far the best sports car I have ever driven. The 3.0 has excellent power while still offering tremendous fuel economy. A recent 6 hour trip on interstate highways yielded 30.1 mpg. My Z4 is equipped with the Navigation System and On-board computer, so the mileage reading was exact. Average speed was about 56 MPH with jaunts up to 80 MPH staying with traffic (had to hold back..the Z4 wants to go!). The Z4 is solid as a rock, with no body vibration and sticks like glue to the road surfaces (rough and smooth alike). Also, I love the style and scalloped side panels. Somewhat reminiscent of the 50's and 60's early Corvettes. I love this baby!
The Drive of your Life
We love our BMW Z4. It handles well in all weather conditions and by far looks about the best of any convertible in the market.
What FUN!!
This car is just plain fun to drive. It has made my commute something I look forward to as I get in the car. Questions pop to mind like, Will I have a clear run through the onramp to really floor it? and How many waves will I get today? If you can afford to have only two seats and are ok with a big smile on your face when you drive, buy this car.
Noises....
The car is fun to drive but I have had some issues with the powered Top. After 2 opennings, the Top broke on the left part.After 1 month, there was a noise in the motor. The seat belt of the passenger is making noise against the door when nobody use it. The Top does a small crispy noise when it is down.
the best ever
I have had sport cars in the past, never this quality nor with this performance. Getting on to the freeway is a breeze now, getting over in the right lane to get off is the same. The handling is tight and the car just hugs the road in turns. The best part is how fun it is to drive. Everybody I know wants a ride, they want to drive it....not happening! I have too much fun driving it myself. Never in my 40 plus years have I ever had something I enjoyed driving as much as this! Sigh me mother of four and it's my turn!
Awesome!!!
I was the previous owner of a 96 Miata and then the 99 Miata. Going from the Miata to the Z4 was like going from a Ford sedan to a Cadillac! The Miata got the job done and well done at that, but the Z4 is incredible. It picks up where the Miata left off. The ride is incredibly smooth even at high speeds. The storage space in great compared to the Miata. A definite graduation.
YOU NEED TO HAVE ONE OF THESE
The best I vehicle I ever bought
The best bang for your buck
I had the Z3,wow what a difference a year makes.Every time I'm at a traffic light,people tell me what a cool looking car this is.Performance is incredible.
What a great car
It handles turns great and has great speed. Comfortable inside and looks great.
WOW
I HAVE DRIVEN ALOT OF FAST CARS, BUT THIS ONE SCARED ME THE FIRST TIME I DROVE IT. I DIDNT THINK IT WAS POSSIBLE TO DO THE THINGS YOU CAN DO IN THIS CAR, AND THE BEST PART OF ALL....IS THAT EVERYONE STARES AS YOU GO BYE.
enjoy driving
I've always owned a Mercedes, this is my first BMW. This Z4 is a real performance car. The pleasures of driving this vehicle comes from the triptronic and the fully loaded Z4 thatresponds like a cat. My experience with Mercedes was a luxury ride but this is a well engineered machine. The two downsides are the seatbelt does not rest comfortably and the interior is on the small side.
Dream Machine ...
Very fun to drive. The edgy exterior style is wonderful. Interior is very spacious and comfortable. Major improvements over the Z3 include Run flat tires, which allow much bigger trunk space, thus making it a more practical car. In addition, the back window is glass, rather than plastic, which comes in most convertibles. The seats are much bigger, with much more leg/shoulder room than in any convertible I've seen. You need to drive with the top down on a cold day to appreciate the heated seats option. Power top is a must-have.Interior guage style has been redesigned. Sound system is simply incredible.
My BMW Z4 is a pure joy
I've owned my BMW Z4 for about 5 months now and I can say that is has been more fun than I thought it would be! I realize there is this difference of opinion out there between the Z3 and Z4 fans... Mind you, I could have purchased either or, any car for that matter. The new Z4 in my opinion blows them all away! Sleek and far sexier looking than the bubble styling of Z3. Performance is AWESOME to say the least. Just to start her up is exciting - That low growl. She handles beautifully! Under the hood is perfection! This car is truly pure joy.
Love at First Sight
This car makes every trip, even a run to the grocery store, a good time. Handling and acceleration are superb! The ride is what you'd expect in a BMW and a roadster - very firm, with an excellent sense of exactly where you are on the pavement. The interior is comfortable, although with the top up, a bit of effort is required to fold myself in. The exterior styling, which has been a subject of controversy, was love at first sight at our house!
Best bang for the buck
This is truly an amazing roadster. It undercuts the Boxster by $8K and it outperforms all other roadsters in it's class. I have thorougly enjoyed driving it.
corners like a snake
The car is well built,corners like a snake and has impressive high end acceleration.However,my back seems to hurt a little on longer trips.I think its the gas pedal position being to close to the driver.Any other owners with this observation?
Sexy Z4
I have owned a 2003 Z4 for little over 13 years , I enjoy the car I have had know major issues, it's a head turner, most people think it's a lot newer cause of the design, I only drive it in the warmer months and it is stored during the winter, THIS CAR HAS BEEN A JOY TO OWN AND DRIVE
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Zippy !
Smooth, fun, extremely safe and reliable.An absolute joy to own and to drive. Five Stars.
2.5 Z4
Excellent sports car.. great handling. Perfect with the Top Down. Although with it up you need to get used to the visibility. Value for money is very good. Much prefer the manual to the automatic, it makes driving it more fun.
Still Like it After 6 Years
This is my second review. First one was in 2005 when it was 2 years old. Now has 38,000 miles. Reliability has been good - no problems. Maintenance costs high, but it's a BMW. Great road car. Handles superbly and engine and manual transmission match perfectly.
Fun to Drive Roadster
I've had the car for a little over a month now and very happy I dicided to go with the Z-4. The horse-power is not bad for a 2.5 liter engine. I drive on Atlanta roads and as some of you may know, Atlanta is full of hilly and windy roads. Eight months of warm weather will make the soft top a joy for a good portion of the year. Love the fully auto top and smooth shifting 5-speed. After a couple of scrapes with the front spoiler, I finally adjusted to leaving more space pulling up to curbs. BMW is notorious for heavy brake dust and the crevise filled rims make it difficult to clean. Great car.
It Will Teach You to Drive
Performance, Speed, and Handling are all tightly integrated with a great user experience. As the road conditions became more demanding, I found that this car responded at each opportunity better than I anticipated. After driving this car for awhile, it struck me that BMW needs to market this machine in this way: "IT WILL TEACH YOU TO DRIVE"
Fun is the word
I've had my Z-4 for over a year and still can't believe that it feels like my first time driving it each day. People stare at this car wherever you take it. I recommend the black car with red leather interior!!!
2003 BMW Z4 Premium/Sport Everything Rvw
I was shopping for a sports car and shortly after driving this car I fell in love with it. The handling is amazing and it's got some "get up and go". I will warn you, IT IS A HIGH MAINTENANCE VEHICLE. I bought it 4 months ago with 62k and have had to do 10x as much work as I ever did on my Toyota Tacoma in 2 years. Convertible top doesn't work, Tire sensors were malfunctioning, Turn signal went out, Windshield Wipers malfunctioned, can't jack it up because it is so low, inconvenient access to almost everything, chews up tires because negative camber is set at 3% stock (change to 2% at next alignment )...and still, I am planning to buy a 2009 Z4 because they are THAT FUN! Warning: Chick Magnet.