BMW Z4 roadster (2009-2016) review - Carbuyer / Mat Watson

[@rawr4444]

1:00 Glad to see Mat hasn't changed and had his wonderful personality on display already in 2011! 🥳

[@SpencerLowe-kg4rg]

I love the feeling of pleasure in this car. I worked in a BMW Pre Owned dealership last year as a lot attendant. I drove every type of car. But I really love the Z4.

[@Superblyme139]

last week i was looking at this video, right now she is my garage... amazing car

[@TheIrishSpectre]

I'm tall and I don't give a shit if it's considered a "girls' car." It looks damn good and is a blast to drive. It's also more comfortable and "practical" than a straight-up sports car. More importantly, you can get it in a manual configuration. To me, at least, it sells itself.

[@Jasmineliketheflower]

how tall are you

[@TheIrishSpectre]

Jasmine liketheflower 6 feet, 1 inch.

[@DaybreakPT]

You mean like a girl magnet, because all the girls flock to it? A girl's favorite kind of car? Yeah I'll take one of those "girls' car" any day mate.

[@jeanviloria1988]

TheIrishSpectre My ain’t owns one in Black with the White leather and I remember her pressing on the Gad and the you just get pushed back it is amazing 😊

[@Stubba1961]

I have one of these and they are great fun especially in sport mode with the roof down. Watching that roof fold into the boot using the key fob never stops being cool. 200bhp around country lanes is plenty adequate. People bitching about it have never owned one. You are unlikely to be disappointed especially with the deals BMW offer these days.

[@daniellevitt3589]

You have taken the words out if my mouth, everytime I arrive somewhere, I need a few minutes to calm down and get my heart beating normally! I got a 2014 black with red interior and even with the top up in the rain its a special feeling.

[@flybobbie1449]

Had mine 7 years now, still a great car.

[@jeanviloria1988]

My aunt has one in black with the white interior and it’s beautiful 😍

[@FlightSimX007]

My father has the previous gen Z4 with the 2.5si i6 engine. Has 214bhp, goes like hell and still looks good even today!

[@edphilipse9938]

where stands the Z fore?

[@AKSAHA2711]

I came here after watching ur review on new bmw Z4, n I m really amused by watching this video, had no idea about this channel 😅, u r still the same , same attitude since years , love ur work man ♥️

[@derrickjezy5638]

Been watching his previous videos ever since and I came across this one I was a little surprised lol

[@redknightricky]

This is the car to buy for happy couples that want something they both can enjoy in the weekends. It's the car a man can say "I want that car" and the woman agrees so long as she gets to drive it too.

[@daniellevitt3589]

Is that why my wife has been so nice to be as of late...lol

[@chrisogrady28]

Who says couples have to be 'a man' and 'the woman'?

[@christiaaanC7]

Christopher O'Grady come on bro haha

[@realAlexChoi]

Christopher O'Grady, nobody did. It's just in this example, there is a typical Man/Woman couple.

[@azmike3572]

No one, Christopher. They just keep forgetting...

[@lhrmeonom]

Diesel? "It's the fuel of Satan!" - Jeremy Clarkson

[@nelsonclub7722]

"Its more of a GT" Which is why a bought one and it is superb - and I have had everything from TVR's and Ferrari''s = love it

[@BLyons40]

Even though I live in the US, This is one of the best shows of its type in the world. The host is smart and always gives you the right information. Plus he reviews a whole range of cars from Supermini's to sports cars.

[@L.A.97.]

Wow, last review a guy actually suggested this car, and here it is. Mat is listening to us! Cool.

[@tristandavid581]

I like how this guy has to continuously tell people that it's okay if you're a guy and you want to drive this car because it doesn't make you look like a 'hairdresser' and it's a "man's car". If you wanna drive this car, just drive it. If you don't want to, then don't. He definitely doesn't want his masculinity damaged

[@Toisestars619]

+Tristan David It's a common stereotype of people who drive these types of cars. He's just making fun of that stereotype. Calm down.

[@azmike3572]

I could easily see John Cleese handling this part of the video.

[@walthefl]

Was surprised to find Mat Watson here...

[@טרחןטרחנובסקי]

Why are you so aggressive with it? Are you trying to make it break up with you?

[@timsmith3229]

Owned one from new since 2015 - model shown here s20i in blue with cream leather interior - never gone wrong - performance is enough, interior and seats are lovely. Hairdresser's car? no way (salon manager, maybe)

[@Korawitbeam12]

Glad to see Mat 9 years ago

[@LamboSpyder99]

I think this guy was born for this job.

[@PalfraDK]

What's up with britons calling every car that looks somewhat good a hairdressers car?

[@DaybreakPT]

Jealousy and a fragile ego.

[@cheesecrumpets]

I'm British and I don't get it either.

[@abstract0014]

IDK

[@lunafringe10]

Jealousy!

[@mhasting3376]

Homophobia

[@bigd901122]

Best car reviewer on the Internet

[@redknightricky]

Complaining about handling while on comfort mode. SMH!

[@DustyPearl-13]

araick Schiffer You see, that's a huge lack of professionalism!

[@ElZato]

Who the hell says roadsters are hairdresser cars?

[@Incudius]

+Alejandro Diaz I dunno. I alwasy though it was convertibles that were hairdressers cars and that includes some roadsters but was always more about people who buy something like a Golf Cabriolet. The Z3 was never in that class.

[@tormenmashi_]

they said if you drive a MX 5 (a Mazda roadster) you are a hairdresser / gay ,so when they talk about roadster they bring up the MX 5 joke

[@yasmousey]

Alejandro Diaz I know right! I'd say Audi tt's are more hairdresser cars lol

[@LlamaDrama142]

Alejandro Diaz that’s such a random comment, right?? Lmfao “roadsters are often known for being pizza bakery chef cars, but etc etc.” uhhh...ok?

[@lorenioooooas]

Usually jealous people, all this hairdresser nonsense. If the car is good, it's good.

[@secretlyscary1221]

I love the z4 look amazing and its a great drive. Plus the interior is spectacular

[@somyapareek5690]

I just love this car

[@jegan1867]

Never knew mat Watson had this yt channel

[@jegan1867]

I was looking for ur review of this particular car.. And finally found it

[@guywerb]

I had one of these a few years ago, before switching to an AR Giulia Veloce. And although I love the Alfa (best riding car I have owned, so sadly underrated, including on reliability, I rode 80000 km in it without a single issue or even little squirting noise), but I have to admit I regret the brilliant design, exterior an interior, as well as the sturdy build quality of the Z4. In other words, I wish I had a bigger garage... 😀

[@norcalsportscards6428]

I have the 2010 Sdrive 30i and all i can say is that i love this car... it is a great car and fast

[@videomaniac108]

I got a 2019 Nissan 370Z sport coupe with 6-speed manual transmission instead of one of these. Great power and handling, good price and good build quality.

[@nicktubara]

cool, me too. will be picking it up in a couple days :D

[@KhaosGT]

Is it weird i watch these videos just to see Mat?! lol

[@247vidz]

I don't know any hair dressers that could afford a bmw z4

[@cvaria]

So you dont know any, as aren't that expensive. A fast food worker in high school can have one.

[@raghuveer4552]

cvaria EX dude what

[@Yaro2]

@@cvaria no they can’t, and don’t bring up used cars because that everyone knows

[@duncanidaho7494]

@@cvaria nope. He wont be able to afford the maintenance or insurance

[@sixtiesmods]

Luv it - Picking up a 2014 White 2.0 M Sport soon.

[@johnnyjunior963]

Thats my dream car ,this year im gonna get a used 2007 z4 3.0 roadster

[@tradskinhead28]

Good choice mine is a 2006 3.0 si 255 hp 6 speed manual. I am looking for a Z4M 3.2 with 330 hp just to add to the z4 family haha

[@alchoholicsementhful]

I still think the Z series peaked at the Z3 M Roadster. It was just like the classic british roadsters... With a touch of Shelby Cobra. Such power(At the time... with an S54) in a car barely bigger than a Miata.

[@Babinho95]

I’m thinking of buying one of these second hand as they seem to be really cheap these days. My only concern is the fit. I’m 6’5 so not sure how comfortable I will be. I work at a Mazda garage and have drove MX-5s on several occasions and whilst they are lovely cars an I do fit, I don’t fit well and couldn’t justify the lack of space on an everyday car. I like the idea of a convertible for when the weather improves but we’ll just have to wait and see I guess.

[@Babinho95]

@Floyd1504 Yeah, I’d imagine so. In the end I bought a summer time fun 1981 Porsche 911. So much for my concern about space… lol.

[@TheSantiayo]

when he named the porsche boxter it remained me the top gear review of the z4

[@robertbidochon7949]

"the cabin feels claustrophobic" It's a big plus for me. I love when my car's interior is very dark, no wonder why I love 5% tint...

[@OlympusGuardian]

i bet Mat is going to be the next TopGear presenter !!!! :D

[@endubi]

my dream car

[@Ninojulz]

***** loooool dying of laugh right now.... well he doesn't care about his children tho.

[@Max-fd4px]

Mat was so young and serious

[@flybobbie1449]

Thought it was claustrophobic, what till you sit in the G29 replacement.

[@aaronming8466]

Very nice antenna on the BMW Z4- keep it cool BMW, style 2015

[@azmike3572]

Maybe I'm missing something--how does this video on a 2014 car get published in 2011?

[@MapMonster25]

The car was released in 2009 as far as I know

[@azmike3572]

@@MapMonster25 Okay, thanks for the info.

[@Geepadriack]

I want to buy my first car this year, i'm 17 would you recommend this for a first car?

[@royable100]

Did you get it??

[@tradskinhead28]

No get the E85, they cheaper and cheaper to work on, you can buy E85 for under 10,000 I have one it's great car fun to drive. Mine is a 2006 3.O si inline 6 N52 engine. The same horse power of the 2.0 z4 with turbo. I would do that being your first car and being new to the Z4. I am looking for a Z4M that has a 3.2 330 horse power but again I could settle for the s35is twin turbo.

[@rikkee5157]

no

[@balls7586]

@@tradskinhead28 broke moment

[@TheSantiayo]

i love this car so much!

[@Rammstein52012]

This will be perfect for a first car.

[@LRS905]

Is it me or that central console is the same one as for the left hand drive version, only with the Idrive control transposed? It is similar to the E90, and kind of remember that sweeping curve is in the same side than this one.

[@shanyisauk]

"Maybe a barber..." Matt, you are the best! Love all your reviews.

[@timar4o]

Which one? Tiff Needell , Jason Plato , Jonny Smith or Vicky?Have you looked one of their reviews? i think you confuse Fifthgear with Topgear

[@octavianpopescu1959]

Ok, I’m going to buy a tractor to look more like a man and it’s convertible two seats 😂

[@al3zmi]

I regret selling this car to buy the 350z but only issue with it is the resale value in my country it drops quite fast

[@3dwiem]

all nissans have bad resale value. im sorry.

[@Mystyfication]

+alazmi Alameera Hey, wondering how different the 350 would feel? Does it feel like lot faster/sharper? Interior is not as good, that's true (though in 370 they've improved so much).. And why would you change the Z4?

[@WhileTrueCode]

the 350 is like "hey i'm modern and sleek" and the z4 is like "will you be taking tea in the batmobile, sir?"

[@carlosandleon]

@@WhileTrueCode yeah I also get a Bruce Wayne vibe with the z4

[@jubjub13483]

Only thing, no cup holders as standard, now that is mean!

[@NickLiang]

they sit inside the arm rest

[@crossfireisawsome]

why would you eat in such a sexy car??

[@WhileTrueCode]

mine came with one, that snaps into the center console. the glovebox actually has a specially designed receptacle for when you're not using it. mine is used to hold my vape because it holds quite solidly and i can't say that about any other item-stashing spot in the z

[@weedmastersr]

Matt please, if you can, review the Camaro that just started selling in Europe, I'm very curious what's your opinion on it !

[@ethant.guadalquiver5073]

is this mat watson from carwow?

[@byAudiQuattro]

@Mickys0ul I think it's "Space Grey".

[@azmike3572]

Seems like we should be asking one of the Monty Python members to comment on the "hairdresser" image...perhaps a lumberjack may be a suitable owner...

[@jonny5777]

One of my dream cars, wonder if they'll do an M version?

[@nowphoenix]

Nice Mat! This one's on the short list. Still curious about any updates to the Audi TT before dropping the cash on the BMW...or possibly the Merc.

[@mooddog07]

im thinking about getting one. thx for the info bro

[@Narrowcros]

Looks much better with the roof down

[@hakman239]

you should do a video on the smart roadster convertible or coupe

[@ewtubewatcher]

is there no power seats??, i expected power seats for a BMW you know

[@daniellevitt3589]

power everything dude, and all quiet. Up, down, tilt, lumber, and the sides of the seat can be adjusted to hold you like a hand.

[@ewtubewatcher]

***** oh the irony

[@jimquantic]

reliability, cost of repair, insurance, and is it quiet at highway speed, top up of course? Thanks

[@TheOne42]

Mat you're the best!

[@maxandsyd14]

im a skier and i yhink id be the only one to use /the ski holder alot if i got this instead of a subaru brz

[@daniellevitt3589]

Mine has an eight speed that stays in the gear you put it in via the paddle while in auto mode during the whole corner and then the straight, unitl you lift off the gas for enough time. Its like driving in NFS bit for real, lol

[@StandUrGroundNFight]

Matt did you try the steering in M Sport mode? It gets really nice with that.

[@DukeofSerbia]

This is the best looking BMW model for me, and I was in Z4 with M package :-D.

[@TheVeTP]

Hi, i love sports cars but i'm a bit taller, what height are you? you think a 6'2" like myself would enjoy the Z4's ride?

[@renuagarwal8984]

anyone else on carbuyer video streak?

[@gwyn6907]

I have the Z4 but it’s a Msport this one here isn’t the Msport so I don’t know why h3 said it had Msport suspension it doesnt

[@dekster14LP]

Yes, don't believe the "it will bite argument" it doesn't. A kart is trickier to drive than the average RWD road car. However, I would consider an E93 being a better car, it drives almost just as well, is stiffer and more spacious. You're really cramped for space in a Z4. If you want something that's the ultimate in sharp handling (at this price range) get an S2000 for less.

[@carspeakerreviews]

I need a haircut. Where's your Salon Mat? Nice review as always.

[@toymancustoms]

BMW z4 is amazing

[@nat0106951]

elegant car but isn't the retractable roof a bit too slow?

[@henksingewald7959]

hey mat, when are you going to make a review of the new bmw z4? thx

[@Mephistopheles71]

u r amazing mat...a very very nice review....

[@narutosakura144]

is this the only Version they have cause i looking to buy one but idk if the got the Wheel on the left side or U.S. side

[@sebasfd21]

Hi, Matt Watson here from Carwow

[@jaybirch43]

How tall are you I'm just curious

[@outsidethepyramid]

+Scotish nightmare he is 5 foot 4 inches.

[@nathanielfoo7835]

5ft 10

[@nathanielfoo7835]

5ft 4 inch is rebecca

[@quarantinejet2312]

He's about 5'10.5

[@alexdavila1356]

will they ever bring back the hard top?

[@ElvenMans]

Is he stopped reviewing/testing cars for Carbuyer??

[@luiguie2]

Could you do a review of the new chevrolet sonic?? Please!!

[@zirwinn]

NICE! This I gotta see... Thanks for the upload man =)

[@angelofthehorror]

How about a review on Audi A8?

[@jettchong6566]

Man's car !!!

[@tahsin28]

Better interior DESIGN than latest 7series

[@ucmmachampionsaviour4778]

I AGREE ITS A MANS CAR, I'M 18 YEARS OLD, AND I AM THINKING OF BUYING A BMW Z4 AS MY FIRST TEENAGE CAR, THE INSURANCE IS SO HIGH, BUT I DON'T CARE, IT'S SO FAST, EXCITING, AND SO SO COOL.

[@garethstroud5586]

Torn between a z4 or an abarth 124, really difficult choice that one 🤔

[@jimmykumarkotsohilis]

I love the bow z4

[@TheTakumi222]

Can u do a review on the Audi TT?

[@jack8916]

I don't get it. He complain about those seat adjustment in the X3 but love it in the Z4...

[@love.s2600]

I have an e90 335i, and i want one of these as well, and make it into a gt car

[@umbertovanstaden2651]

I'll buy something like this for my holiday home 🏡

[@AirwaveDriving]

@Geprodis do you think a 13 yr old son and a mum would look good while riding this car?:/

[@ratner6138]

Now should I get this or a Miata?

[@josephbingham1255]

pretty with the top up

[@DiddyD0904]

he has the greatest job in the world!

[@ashkot5453]

Do you always review the new model? How about second hand car? no?

[@MechZ4]

steering wheel on the right means next video for me

[@ArtemiyPavlov]

@ManuelFerara add S2000 there too