BMW Z4 2019 - Is it the open-top sports car you can use every day?

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Would you consider a BMW Z4?

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[@althorgor]

Excellent comprehensive non-hyped review. Thanks

[@naisi]

Just ordered mine.

[@saturdaycity]

Yes. A stunning car.

[@newbeginnings8566]

Only the M40i... Wish it had the metal roof.. I would accept the slower roof operation and the extra weight penalty.. Also would prefer a manual gearbox.

[@Fantic1980]

I do like how you're driving a sports car and every single car, van and truck catches you up in every shot.

[@aticusaticus9138]

this guy has produced a class leading review. in reality it`s probably the best review i have had the pleasure to watch. fella, you have obviously put a lot of time and effort in to producing this and it is greatly appreciated. bmw should be giving you a freebie.

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[@cornel-lazar]

I'm a firm fan of the previous model, the E89 and particularly the 35is and 28i models. I've driven the G29 on several occasions and the more modern tech aside, the G29 feels as big and bulky as it measures and ultimately it's the weird, uninspired design that made me pass on this model. The E89 Z4 was a design classic, in line with classic roadsters and sport coupes, the G29 looks rather forgettable in comparison. But kudos for a well made test video. Really enjoyed it - if you do reviews of older models, I encourage to test drive the 28i E89.

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Thanks for sharing your thoughts 👍 It's interesting to hear your perspective on the BMW Z4. We'll pass this onto the team for review.

[@richardallen8041]

Best car review I've ever seen . Just bought a z4 M and this told me everything

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[@richardbarrett8099]

Best review I've seen on the G29 Z4 for the UK market

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[@peterpayne2219]

I was to say ow floored I am by the completeness of this review, thanks very much! My Z4 arrives in late June.

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That's great news, Peter 👍 Enjoy your new car! What made you choose the Z4 over other models?

[@Bd-ox4mi]

Owned a z4 m40i for 8 months now with a few upgrades and it’s unbelievable cannot fault it

[@dominicrusho]

Weirdly, this car looks much prettier in standard Sport trim. M Sport looks too fussy and overstyled in comparison!

[@alonsocordaro4880]

Totally agree.

[@rafdegreve]

the E89 is still one of the most beautiful BMWs ever made. It is imo way more awesome compared to the current G29...

[@JusmeAdriano]

Got my E89 2 weeks ago and loving it with each passing day …

[@ivorlargepack]

I’ve owned both E89 and G29..Believe me, the G29 is a different beast altogether.. far superior in every way. 😊

[@richardbarrett8099]

I had an E89, agreed a brilliant looking car but you can't compare it to the G29 (which I currently own) far superior in lots of areas

[@captainspacerod4005]

Quality review from a very knowledgeable chap. You always get the sense that Alan Partridge is lurking just below the surface but this only enhances the review for me.

[@ManlyHK1]

This is a much better review than Carwow’s - I don’t understand why it’s only got 1/10 of their views?!

[@QualityShoes]

How has this not had more views?! Amazing review video!

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Thank you for watching!

[@Bluglug]

I actually prefer the Sport-line trim vs the M-sport. Less fussy and more aesthetic

[@JGV_IX]

Excellent review as always - you are the only channel that does a realistic review true to the design and purpose of a car. Truly the authority on car reviews!

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Thanks so much for the great feedback Johannes 👍

[@shaunmcinnis1960]

I can’t see any sports car enthusiast opting for the 20, the 40.I is where it’s at.

[@h9rae]

Best review of any car on KZbin

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[@markhughes6079]

So detailed with information that I will be submitting this as my PhD application.

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Many thanks, Mark 👍

[@EduBrasil2007]

Very very good review. Very complete. Thanks.

[@Adz456]

Top notch comprehensive review as always! Thank you.

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[@LanceEJones]

Thank you for putting this together. I have a Z4 on order and quite look forward to flogging the heck out of it.

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Fantastic to hear L.E! We hope you enjoy your new BMW Z4 👍 If you enjoyed the review, make sure to subscribe: bit.ly/319ZKoT​

[@Blucker1969]

Fantastic in depth review! Keep up the great work lad!

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We certainly will, Stephen! Many thanks for watching 👍

[@luissantosteixeira1712]

The guy's hair doesn't shake. Awesome design. Good air flow protection.

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[@alasdairstuart3394]

Terrific video, incredibly informative. I particularly liked the way you explained the differences with the so called rival cars. The Z4 is a different proposition to the Boxster. I’m sure the Boxster is the better handling car but 99% of the driving I do would not allow me to benefit from that. Currently have an M240i as our family car (it works way better than you’d think !) but seriously tempted to replace it next year with a Z4. Haven’t mention it to the kids yet...😉. Thanks again for a really great in depth video.

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Our pleasure Alasdair, glad you enjoyed watching it!

[@naughtyUphillboy]

Actually new BMW Z4..........is close to boxer in handling..........not better definitely .............but very comfortable

[@alasdairstuart3394]

naughtyUphillboy i have the Z4 30i MSport on order with all the options. Arrives October. Looking forward to it 😊

[@rikigabriel6630]

So deep and professional! I think this video is better than most of the KZbinrs

[@ljubo16]

Really a great comprehensive review!!! 👏🏼

[@sixtiesmods]

Loved my Z4's was not keen on the newer shape at first, but just ordered a 71 plate 2.0 M sport auto, Not many different cars on the road today as most seem to be Crossovers or SUV

[@rivervalegroup]

We hope you enjoy your new Z4 👍 What made you choose this model over the competition?

[@andrewkinsella3509]

This is such a comprehensive review. Thanks very much.

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[@SrJFK]

Great deep dive. Makes my hunt so much more efficient.

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Thanks JF 👍 thats what were here for

[@peterscheffer4521]

Thx for the nice review. Agree on all counts. I did not like the G29 at all when it came out, but it's growing on me. I drove the 3.0i and the 4.0i. The 3.0i is of course all you will ever need power wise, and nimbler, but the 4.0i is the brute :) Currently, I have the previous E89 35is "tin top". Less comfy, smaller and a more tail happy even with ESP on, which I like a lot. Lovely sound it makes. Rumbles at low RPM. Screams at high RPM. Like the DKG better then the ZF box as well. I've done 202.000km with it. Hope to do some more. My Z4 is a muscle car. A GT. A power cruiser. Not a sportscar. Too heavy. Too soft. Any Porsche will burn the Z4. I think the same goes for the G29. If you accept this, you'll have a very enjoyable roadster. Both models have this nice long "nose", which I love. The E89 even more so. I do like the interior of my E89 better as it is Z4 only. The G29 looks more like my 3-series on the inside. For now it's the E89. But the new G29 is for sure on the short list.

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We love the E89! You've got yourself a lovely "little" car! Perhaps we could give you a hand with ordering your new G29!?

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[@BMXIX]

Amazing review. Thank You!!!

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[@the5thmusketeer215]

*Thank you for yet another absolutely superb and thoroughly comprehensive vehicle review.* I never cease to be amazed, impressed (and grateful) for the outstanding detail that your very accomplished presenters consistently provide when reviewing vehicles. Whereas so many other “reviewers” simply settle for trashing a brand new set of tires by travelling sideways on a racetrack, you provide all of the pertinent information and relevant comparisons that buyers are REALLY interested in. MANY THANKS! 🙏 Ps. Can you please tell me where this review was filmed? The roads and village(s) through which you drove look absolutely sublime. 😊👍

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[@the5thmusketeer215]

OSV Ahhh... Horsham. 😊 Thank you. Yes, that figures... Rural English countryside and rustic village charm at its quintessential best, and the perfect setting for relaxed, top down motoring in an accomplished, sporty all-rounder like the Z4. 👍 Thanks again. 🙋🏻‍♂️

[@inspectorchicken]

When will reviewers finally understand that the G29 does not have a cloth soft top - it is a hard shell top covered with a textile fabric to make it look like one.

[@skyzkid415]

This is a very interesting piece of information.

[@inspectorchicken]

@@tugkansogut1364 Well you could visit your BMW dealer and take a look at it.

[@inspectorchicken]

@@skyzkid415 Well you could visit your BMW dealer and take a look at it.

[@inspectorchicken]

@@tugkansogut1364 beautiful color, have fun with your car :-) I have family now and look for an E class wagon =D

[@nowool1]

the E89 roof was aluminum and weight 13 kilos had rear windows and a much bigger rear window.

[@chatstoyou]

Pmsl just say it's brilliant engineering mate ..

[@lowbirds90]

Now this is a car review

[@user-cq7yu4or6g]

You guys need more exposure. Sadly your superb lack of sensationalism is to your disadvantage here. Cheers.

[@thesadprofessor]

Great review!!

[@rivervalegroup]

Thanks Michael, glad you enjoyed it!

[@schunkelperser1794]

Fine review.

[@cabottaxi]

Great review but sadly this car is far too wide to fit through my garage door. Would give my insurance company nightmares left on the drive at night.

[@saturdaycity]

Top class review

[@johnmcgillivary2064]

These car pundits with there snobbery about the Z4 metal roof make me laugh , chuck it & it improves weight ratio " BS" what about the wind drag on a rag top compared to smooth polished aluminum roof, I bought my Z4 because of metal roof it's poetry in motion that action Love it

[@flybobbie1449]

The E89 was quoted as 50/50 weight distribution, but was that with the roof up or down? Main problem with the E89 is the wooden feel to the steering. Never feels like it's on autopilot and unstable on rough country roads..

[@blademanx]

The M sport has a different rear bumper. So this must be the sport.

[@simonmamo4177]

This is the 'advantage' trim level; being the entry level.

[@flybobbie1449]

Clarkson is to blame for bad daily drivers. They keep taking these cars around a track and wonder why it can't corner doing 150mph.

[@vintagetrk]

I'll take my hard top E89 over the new one every day of the week! I hate the Cloth top!

[@davegenet]

I had the E89. The metal top pretty much made the trunk unusable even compared to the E85. That actually mattered to me.

[@MyTROLLEYBUS]

Nicely modulated presentation - no strong accent, beards or tattoos. Rather traditionally British in fact so hurrah.

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a pleasure to see such comments 👍 good day to you sir

[@t3chnica11y5]

Would look great next to my z3 :)

[@nowool1]

i think it would look like a modern version of a Z3

[@Tracertme]

I would say the reason BMW went from the hard top to soft top, was cost… you see cost saving in the finish standards of there modern cars every time a new model comes out…

[@notoriousMrP]

No z4 (series 3) has a manual gearbox ?

[@josemaurizjm]

Diferencia motor ( turbo pistones....) entre 20i y 30i o sólo es electrónica

[@enidtwins57]

Tiene lugar para goma de respuesta?

[@Rh3t0r1c]

I got half way through this pretentious review before giving up after the umpteenth disparaging asides to previous Z models. These track day critics know nothing about what the ordinary driver is looking for in a sporty daily drive. We are not all trying to set a new record on the Nurdbergering! It's only the fkwits who wrap their cars around a lampost every other month because they think they're 'real' drivers that are bothered about precise handling dynamics and performance stats. The rest of us want to drive from A to B in comfort and style without breaking the speed limit and endangering the lives of the general public by drifting every corner we come across.

[@mw3927]

would be nice he would learn to laugh once in life

[@alexandrnikiti5895]

This or new MX-5?

[@Gin2b1]

This isnt the same price range. Depends of your needs. I think the Z4 IS more a daily car.

[@davidcrane893]

Miatas are for girls, and leave you saying where's the BEEF!

[@schunkelperser1794]

But please...get a manual one. Save the manuals!

[@Tintoycar]

Does the engine have Toyota genes or BMW genes?

[@davidcrane893]

BMW

[@nicholaslu4069]

I can't seem to like the style of these new cars. The grille and the headlights don't look like they match. It looks like a worse version of the Pontiac Solstice.

[@davidcrane893]

But more awesome! Pontiacs do suck I agree, this roadster is a real head turner and elegant, unlike your wardrobe.

[@amirkharkowa4134]

I’m sorry this assessment is so poor and negative. You will notice the true performance of the m40 as a brilliant Roadstar so perhaps try an M40 and review I have an m40 and it’s fantastic

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Thanks for your feedback Amir. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive and impartial vehicle assessments.

[@ManlyHK1]

Frankly there is no point considering the 30, or even the 20 with "M" package. Given the pricing structure it makes sense only to: either go for the basic 20, or go full-fledged with the 6-cylinder 40. Period.

[@nowool1]

so it looks like a longer version of a look a like E85 and it will brake automatically for car jackers, plus a soft top so thieves can cut the roof. I think I'll stick with my E89 with aftermarket carplay, BMW should go back to letting women style their cars. wood dashboard and chrome make for a classier car.

[@sjcap4233]

Sneering disrespect of Lotus, man you want to take a good look at yourself.

[@TG-pd3ft]

Unfortunately, a cloth-top roof on an expensive sports car is a magnet to vandals

[@islandknight6105]

I’m not sure that cutting into a convertible top is any easier than just breaking a car’s window. If they want in, you’re done either way. 🙄

[@ozb0rn323]

bro, get your fingers off the windshield

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Sorry for the grubby fingerprints, Collin! Hope you enjoyed the review nonetheless 👍😅

[@inamuchangel]

Really Ugly front mask.

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[@ManlyHK1]

Who cares about Android?

[@MidLoafCrisis]

Millions of people. Strange comment

[@ManlyHK1]

@@MidLoafCrisis It's a pathetic copycat of iOS, "stolen" according to Steve Jobs. How "strange" is that? I've never used an Android phone that remotely compares with the iPhone, so indeed no loss if it doesn't serve Android. So who cares?!

[@MidLoafCrisis]

@@ManlyHK1 I'm not getting pulled into a silly argument with a fanatic. This is a car review video. Let's respectfully agree to disagree

[@ManlyHK1]

@@MidLoafCrisis Then why are you replying? You call me fanatic and you say that's respect?

[@MrJusmobile]

Mercedes copy, period

[@luissantosteixeira1712]

But better. :)

[@islandknight6105]

Mercedes copy?? Mercedes doesn’t have a two seat soft top roadster.

[@davidcrane893]

Yes the Germans share

[@davidcrane893]

No one does roadsters like BMW & Porsche!!!

[@saisampreeth2769]

First disliker

[@NDWMONEY]

Excellent review !!

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