BMW Z4 2009-2013 - EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS??

[@vintagetrk]

I have a 2010 Z4 twin turbo 3.0 litre and I absolutely love this car. The hard top is what I really love. I wish they would have kept it on the newer model. I was never a roadster guy but I really love this car it's fast and handles great.

[@z4dude131]

I totally agree. I love my 2009 Z4 35i. 😀

[@vr4junkie385]

@@z4dude131any mods yet

[@ironwarrior73]

Currently on my second E89 2.0 M sport and after having an engine remap, the car is absolutely awesome.

[@Krezo200]

Tell me, are you happy with reliability?

[@EmmettLBrown2015]

I have a 2011 BMW Z4 s drive 30i and have it for almost a year now and I love it, I have it in Alpine White and it's such a fantastic car and so much fun to drive and so sleek and sexy.

[@BitcoinFootball]

N52 motor is fairly easy to work on as well.

[@johnclark1925]

I like my manual 2011 Z4 3.0i, it is Atacama Yellow which brings a bit of Miami or Sunset Strip to even the darkest UK November! The interior is hard wearing black smooth leather and yellow suede… and beautifully stitched with yellow cord… with the steel folding roof, power and handling… it is a fantastic machine. Things I do not like includes (would you believe it) some of the engineering decisions I never saw on any Porsche or Audi I have owned. For example… Some very basic operations require removal of a LOT of other items. Construction of sub systems, then fitting to the chassis means a simple sump gasket replacement becomes a 4 hour job that requires huge dismantling including a gearbox and clutch housing removal to clear the sump tray. Many owners can attest to the loss of battery power which locks you out of the boot… where you guessed it the battery lives should you need to replace it! Great review. Liked and sub’d.

[@derin111]

I’ve just picked up a low mileage one of these in 35i Manual form. Having previously E85s: 3.0Si, Z4M and Alpina Roadster S, I’m very impressed so far! There aren’t many cars that can deliver this kind of performance in the sub-£15K bracket.

[@bmva8263]

I have z435is and fun fun all day long

[@BeatPoet67]

The 1st gen coupe looks genuinely special in almost an e-type way. This one, while attractive, doesn't invoke the same feeling in me.

[@divinehatred6021]

Nah, the Z8 looks special. Z4 1st gen doesnt look good, it looks outdated and 2nd gen is genuinely just better in every aspect and refined to perfection.

[@Krezo200]

Not Better in every way. The e89 understeering is the thing i hate the most about it, so absolutely disgusting for a rwd car

[@sachak]

You can definitely use the roof while the car is moving :) you actually have three coded options, 0kph (stationary operation) 20kph (driving operation) and 50kph (slightly faster driving operation). Just thought I would put that out there.

[@YippingFox]

While you can code this into the pre-facelift cars, the post-facelift cars had their roofs reinforced to deal with the added stress of it moving on the move. The title references the pre-facelift models, thus it likely was not an option. Just thought I would put that out there.

[@georgetaylor4202]

Great review.

[@CarandDrivingCarReviews]

Thanks!

[@flybobbie1449]

Have 23i 2009 model, had mine 12 years now.

[@flybobbie1449]

The review a touch of Alan Partridge.

[@JaradVonNguyen]

This generation deep throats every other roadster in terms of class and power. It even glows further when you go with the n54 twin turbo and drop a few thousand in mods and boom, super car speed. 50% chance of engine blow out.. not too shabby

[@raidacaipo]

I have this same color.. but the M sport model, 6 speed and the n20 engine.. love this car but wish I could have foudn the 35i model thats manual transmission

[@benfinegoldsociety8312]

In Japan, the 4 cylinder versions of the new generation z4 and supra are sought after thanks to their much lighter front end weight and more agile handling. Add a stage 2 tune, brake kit, uhp tires, aero spoiler, diffuser and skirt, carbon bucket seats, sports steering.... And you're looking at nearly 310hp of pure cornering machine. Would scare the socks of most stock Porsches... You already have m sport suspension so no coilovers and suspension mods are really necessary... But i do get what you mean, a 6 cylinder would sound racy, but the Z4 is just so good when setup to be lighter and more dynamic. I'm dealing with my big engine and exhaust sound fetish by purchasing a mustang V8 a few years down the line. Won't be craving for 6 cylinders then!

[@RARenfield]

@@benfinegoldsociety8312 Coming from a Corvette to the N20 in the E89, I have to say that this little 4 banger sounds like a sewing machine at idle. Absolutely pathetic. Before the Vette sells, I need to get an MP4 of the exhaust note at idle so I can play it in the Z4 at stops. EV's sound better than this thing. LOL. You're rustang sound will stir your soul.

[@Krezo200]

Hey guys, how reliable was your n20 engine?

[@astrotravellin]

worth buying the 23i? (2.5L)

[@oliisakitty1965]

Had mine 11 years now. But beware it's a diy car to fix it;s problems. Go Z forum.

[@flybobbie1449]

@oliisakitty1965 Yes exactly what i would say as regular Z forum member.

[@kevinthomas8298]

I'm enjoying my Z 4 2011 in alpine whote

[@CarandDrivingCarReviews]

Great to hear

[@sharond4763]

I'm collecting mine this week and just can't wait. 2011, 35k miles, white with red interior 🤗

[@jimquantic]

Do yourself one favor if you are thinking about getting one: find out exactly what the insurance bill will be. And don't believe for a second, on the upfront side, that if you are older, with a perfect driving record, it will mean squat to the insurance company. All they know is that now, you are no longer in category A--now you are in B--the category with a lot of accidents, so forget who YOU ARE, or YOUR record. I'm not saying "don't buy", but after you get the good news on the rates--YOU might decide to not buy. Just run the numbers, ALL of them, then decide. Don't buy and assume you on in the clear, then run down to see the insurance people. Don't do that.

[@RARenfield]

Insurance rates are easy to get. But in SC, home of the original Z3, the State/County won't tell you what your taxes will be until long after the purchase. And personal property taxes here are as bad as California.

[@flybobbie1449]

@@RARenfield Just renewed, £205 fully comp.

[@s.godbur3589]

I've got a 2012 28i

[@Krezo200]

Hi, how happy are you with reliability of the engine?

[@IanAsh-gy1te]

Great car but the roof is an absolute nightmare with one fault after another what’s the point in a convertible where you’re almost too afraid to press the roof button ! Oh and the roof can fail in any position with all your gear often locked in the boot

[@cjmadura]

The roof indeed looks like a nightmare. There are far too many stories and videos showing the complicated electrical system for that top. I'm leaning towards a Gen 1 coupe in light of that system, but I suppose I could buy a Gen 2 and simply forget I have a foldable roof. Gen 2 looks more relaxed and refined, but the Gen 1 coupe is a solid, distinctive car - but alas, a lot more difficult to find.

[@flybobbie1449]

Yes at some point you will need to replace some wires i'm afraid, a diy car for sure.

[@Scopingpovs]

COO PAY OR COOOOP? KETSUP OR KETCHUP HMMMMM....

[@AutoSia]

got mine for 14k. 09 30i

[@ceejay21868]

Shirt is a bit big on the presenter..............lol

[@benedictdonald4338]

Good call. I want to fight him because of that.