Used 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i Convertible Review
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My Dream Car
adonis13, Covington, KY, 03/01/2013
2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
I've always wanted a BMW Z roadster ever since I test drove a Z3 in San Diego.
At the time, I had just started working full time.
I have always been an Engineer, but at the time I had a mountain of debt.
When I finally had the means to purchase my dream car, Chris Bangle (Germany's answer to Sir Mix-a-Lot) violated the Z3's successor, the first generation Z4.
So, I had to wait 7 long … years for that abomination to leave the stage.
The E89 Z4 was worth the wait.
Strangers and acquaintences alike come up to me all the time to tell me that I have a beautiful car.
I don't need a car that costs any more money, has any more performance, or looks any better (if possible).
Show stopper
Greg Gutgsell, Dubuque, IA, 03/07/2021
2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Deep blue, favorable comments EVERY time I take it out. Tasteful, unique....!
Ultimate Driving Machine!
TheWoo, Nashville, TN, 03/30/2022
2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
Even though it was released in 2009, the classic roadster design still remains one of the sexiest cars on the road! As other have said, it turns heads every time I take it out.
Despite mine being the “base” powertrain with the sDrive30i, the naturally aspirated 6 cylinder engine sounds fantastic, and is comparatively way more trouble-free. The power output combined with the small form … factor makes it feel more than fast enough, and handling is superb as well once dialed into Sport mode.
Cons: ride is rough and stiff with run flats, but will be way better with normal tires
No back up camera availability, and tech is a bit outdated with the CIC system. But Apple CarPlay and backup camera retrofit is widely available and mostly plug and play
a ton of fun
j dupree, Ellicott City, MD, 12/05/2017
2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i 2dr Convertible (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
I love the retractible hard top. Most beautiful car I have ever owned, imo. Not much storage space for luggage, but I didn't buy a Z4 for the size of the trunk. All BMWs that I have owned have had high maintenance costs, but they will run forever if properly maintained.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive30i Convertible
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Smooth and powerful engines, quick-folding hardtop, comfortable ride, big trunk (with the top up), excellent visibility for a roadster, sharp styling inside and out.
- Con:Not as invigorating and involving as some rivals.
Full Edmunds Review: 2011 BMW Z4 Convertible
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