Living With A BMW Z4 Coupe (E86 3.0si) | The Useable Sports GT | What I Love & What It Costs

[@FootToPedal]

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[@dennnisallen386]

I couldn’t agree more with your appraisal of this car.

[@paulforbes1319]

Nice review mate, I'm down in South Africa and have an 07 manual, also black but with cream interior. 108k (kms) on the clock. It's used as a 2nd car. Had it 3yrs and paid 8k GBP...hoping it does indeed increase in value! Bog standard too...run flats are very hard, considering changing to Michelins.

[@FootToPedal]

@@dennnisallen386 thanks for watching!

[@FootToPedal]

@@paulforbes1319 Awesome, sounds great Paul! Yeah I can highly recommend Michelin Pilot Sport 4's, very good tyres all year round and I'm sure better than the run flats.

[@paulforbes1319]

@@FootToPedal Weather no issue with tyres here!! Ha ha

[@Rayshader]

Timeless elegance, back when Chris Bangle was design chief for BMW this yields to be one of the best BMW coupe ever! Great choice mate!

[@FootToPedal]

Agreed Ray! Thanks for watching!

[@Discopuss]

I've had my '07 3.0si roadster as a daily driver for 3 years now. They never get boring! Just as much fun to drive today as the day I bought it! Maybe even more once you get really comfortable with its character and performance.

[@FootToPedal]

Fully agree with you, thanks for watching!

[@bascelija]

My childhood dream car. It can't be found in my country and it's not possible to import cars less than EURO5 norm. It hurts me watching this and knowing I will never have it, even though I can afford it. Thanks for this beautiful video, you are treating the car with proper love !

[@FootToPedal]

Sorry to hear that, emissions regulations can be a pain sometimes. I'm glad you enjoyed the video though, thanks for watching!

[@Engineer10211]

I have an M now, black/black, no nav, extended leather, carbon leather, but before it I had what looks just like yours, 3.0si, black/black, no nav, sport seats, and MANUAL. Unfortunately a lady turned in front of me and it was totaled. It had 53k miles and was cherry. I was crushed, and I searched and searched for another manual, but they made so few for North America and I was unable to find one. But then I found the M, for obviously quite a bit more, and jumped on it. Fantastic car.

[@FootToPedal]

Damn, that's so unlucky - sorry to hear about it. Glad you enjoy the M though, people certainly speak highly of them. Thanks for watching!

[@seanadamson280]

These videos are superb buddy congratulations 👍

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks very much man 👍

[@digitaltraffic72]

Bought one a few months ago in black sapphire with two tone red and black interior after wanting one for years. Absolute beast of a car and so unusual, I think i'll be keeping it for a long time. Loving the vids, keep them coming!

[@FootToPedal]

Sounds like a great spec man! Glad you enjoy it, I have to agree - something a bit unique and definitely an interesting car to own. Thanks for watching and stay tuned for plenty more!

[@oldfordrs]

Nice review , I have owned my m coupe just over 3 months , it has 50k miles and 1 previous owner , love the shape of the car and the occasion when you get to drive it , Funny thing is never really noticed these cars when they came out in 2006 , but they certainly seam to be gathering a following at the moment

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks a lot! Glad you're enjoying yours too. Yeah I agree, I had certainly overlooked it originally then came across one by chance and just had to buy one!

[@darkchild130]

Got one myself and I love it. Quick, fun and practical enough when you need it, great little car.

[@FootToPedal]

Awesome, great to hear you enjoy yours too! Thanks for watching man

[@edwardstewart298]

Really enjoyed watching this excellent review, have always admired the Z4 coupe

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks Edward, appreciate it. Yeah it's been a fantastic car so far 👍

[@jameskay3715]

Appreciate the very intelligent presentation on this car.

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks, much appreciated!

[@robster6868]

I recently returned to the uk from the south of France to pick myself up an e85 2.2,lovely car perfectly suited to driving here,it took a bit of time,money and paperwork to import but was well worth it.

[@FootToPedal]

Wow thats an interesting story, glad you're enjoying the car!

[@robster6868]

@@FootToPedal Z4’s are expensive here so I’ll enjoy this car for a bit,hopefully sell for a good price and come back for e86 same as yours but LHD if possible.

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah sounds good 👍

[@Bakkerito]

I get mine back in one week. Had a small accident, where the front right fender was bend. It took 3 1/2 months to get a replacement part. But next week I can enjoy it again! Thanks for your car review!

[@FootToPedal]

Oh no, sorry to hear that! That's a bit of a nightmare, 3.5 months is so long to wait! Glad you're going to be getting it back soon though. Thanks for watching!

[@thomaspettersson6575]

Hi! I Readly like your videos! Really professional 👍🏻 I’m really into the Z4s I was going too by the coupe but ended up with a roadster 3.0 manual off of course ☺️ because the coupes are far more expensive here in Sweden! Love that car,the engine I magic. Is yours original? It’s sounds great. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks very much! Glad you managed to get yourself a Z4 and great choice getting the manual gearbox too! Mine was original yes, sadly I sold the car last year but really enjoyed my time with it. Hope you enjoy yours!

[@mry82]

Good info and well put together.

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks very much!

[@schunkelperser1794]

Thumbs up. Just bought one myself. 🔥

[@FootToPedal]

That's awesome, I hope you enjoy the car!

[@schunkelperser1794]

@@FootToPedal Can't wait for delivery. Collector's car in excellent condition. Celebrating the end of an era.

[@FootToPedal]

Yep you have to appreciate these things!

[@thomaspettersson6575]

Why don’t you have more subscribers? Really professional videos and reviews. I am going to buy one and you convinced me😅. Those roads I’m jealous.

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks Thomas, much appreciated! You won't regret it I'm sure, fantastic cars. Yeah the roads aren't bad either 😂

[@justinsheldon5015]

My Z4 is identical looking to yours except for CSL replica alloys. Coming up 3 years with mine. Spends the winters tucked away, which means you can sorn and rebate the VED. Dont bother with drilled discs, they do nothing other than can crack . The brakes are the same diameter as the M3 CSL, so dont need much other than better pads. Parts arent too expensive as came from the 3 series for many of them. They are also not too difficult to work on. Do change the gearbox and diff oils. These are 'sealed for life' from BMW and really nothing is sealed and new oil is always best. Enjoying the channel , cheers.

[@FootToPedal]

Cheers Justin, some really insightful points there - appreciate it! Sounds like yours is well looked after then! I may just look at better pads instead of discs in the future, I should probably look to have the diff and transmission oils replaced as I don't believe that has been done any time recently, will need to double check the service history!

[@gregspark9845]

Congratson another well put together video. I commented on one of your earlier ones - I have the Z4 M Coupe. Love that you're doing a video onn a BMW and wearing an Audi quattro sweater! I also have a 20V Audi ur quattro - your dream car?? ;)

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks Greg for your support! Yes I remember your previous comment 👍 Ahaha I love the Audi Quattro, would be awesome to own one some day but right now the prices are a little out of my league 😂

[@myronas]

Amazing professional video

[@lucasvonheiz1310]

Glad to have a 2.5 lci Roadster and a 3.0si coupé... really

[@cdrseabee]

Did you take out the foam plugs that plug up the pipes that let sound into the cabin? Let’s more sound in. Easy to do.

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah I've taken the black piece out but left the white one. I have tried it with both pieces removed, but its too loud for daily use so I just kept the one white piece in

[@valentijn9]

Really nice car! I have the N52B30 in my 125i (e82). Come to the Netherlands when you can, enjoy the roads and then hop on the German autobahn.

[@FootToPedal]

Awesome, big fan of that generation of 1 series. Hope you enjoy your N52 as much as I do! Yeah I'd love to get to Europe at some point in 2022, we shall see! 👍

[@hashtag3650]

2007 coupe 3.0si in manual. I’m thinking about doing the back box delete next. Pops and bangs might add a little fun.

[@FootToPedal]

You'll have to let me know how it sounds! This seems to be a popular mod 👍

[@dennnisallen386]

It sounds fabulous,it’s as loud as you want it to be , no problem at cruising speed .

[@FootToPedal]

@@dennnisallen386 Thats good to hear! I've been surprised at how good the standard exhaust is, perhaps I will consider an exhaust mod at some point though.

[@PatricksBreastplate]

On my roadster I removed the centre CAT and added an AFE induction box, that's all it needs really.

[@FootToPedal]

@@PatricksBreastplate Good to know, thanks!

[@FraxinusExelsior]

Here in Sweden the Z4M is *double* the price to purchase now, so its not even something to think about when comparing.

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah I'm surprised the 3.0si models haven't gone up more actually, they're still a bit undervalued I think. The Z4Ms are steadily on the rise though!

[@andrewshaw1843]

Great review 👍. Looking to buy one in the new year. Are all z4s pre 2009 fitted with the n52 engine. Understand that's the best . Changed at some point due to USA emissions.

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks Andrew! The N52 was introduced in 2006 - if you're buying a Z4 coupe they only came with the N52 (3.0si) or S54 (Z4M) as the coupe wasn't introduced until 2006. The roadsters pre 2006 came with the M54 and N46 engines, but yeah the N52 is my preference for sure. Check out my latest video for more details on the engines 👍

[@Paul-jl2vo]

I'm getting a pre purchase inspection done on one now. This time next week maybe i'll be in the club! Any thoughts on best colours? I'll be getting it wrapped.

[@FootToPedal]

Awesome, hope it all goes well for you! For me the best colour on the E86 is Carbon Black. Turns from a dark blue in sunlight to black in darker conditions and it has so much depth to it, wish mine was carbon black but they're hard to come by!

[@PadraigMaguire]

Would like to get one - however in Ireland the annual TAX is 1,500EUR

[@MrPeperoni79]

My Z4 Coupe is in the garage for some maintenance and the dealer gave me Skoda Superb. My respects to the people who expose themselves to such a tedious and boring routinge E V E R Y D A Y.

[@FootToPedal]

😂😂😂

[@z4funkdreamer986]

Hello I have z4 coupe auto gearbox the car drive fine but sound of the n52 seems to be smoother than manual less agressive i dont recognise the genuine sound of a I6 compared to my m54 3.0i roadster z4 On my coupe i removed 1 sponge in sound generator but no change Drove recently a friend's coupe manual and sound was different more agressive If you check video on you tube about 3.0si acceleration it seems sound of engine is also different depending it is manual or auto box How is it possible that gearbox model change the sound when engine is completely same

[@FootToPedal]

That's interesting, all the videos of the auto and manual I've heard sound the same. I'm certainly not aware of any reason why they would sound different! You could try taking the second piece of foam out of the intake tube, however I did find this was too loud for me. Alternatively you could modify the rear exhaust silencer for a bit of extra sound. Hope that will help!

[@gerardokeeffe9940]

Spare a thought for us in Ireland.. we have to pay €1495 road tax on this size of engine..

[@FootToPedal]

Damn, that seems pretty ridiculous. Must be a nightmare!

[@rafal3966]

@@FootToPedal It really is... and anything with an engine over 3l is even more, €1,809. Petrolheads don't have it easy here...

[@FootToPedal]

@@rafal3966 Yeah that is somewhat insane, I'm a proponent of car taxes being based on vehicle weight but that'll probably never happen!

[@ngen6]

Very nice looking car! I'm considering a black one as well... Will see in the next month😅 Are you using spacers ? Cause I feel the wheels very close to the edge. Many thanks again for your great vidéos (sorry for my Bad English)

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks man, appreciate it! As far as I'm aware there's no spacers on it, but I think the offset of the M wheels is slightly different to the standard wheels, so they stick out ever so slightly more. Thanks for watching and your English is great! 👍

[@XclusiveAaron]

The tax thing is yeah slightly annoying. My 2000 330ci was £225 to tax, so I was expecting the same when I bought my 2004 330ci. But no £340, had no idea previously that 2001 marked a hike in ved -.-

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah its pretty annoying, there's not a huge amount of logic to the thresholds but it is what it is I guess 😂

[@rafal3966]

You guys are lucky anyway.... in Ireland this same 330ci costs €1,494 to tax for a year.

[@charles84burke]

I'm in the process of buying a 2007 BMW Z4 3.0si automatic with only 9,700 miles on it

[@FootToPedal]

Wow, 9,700 miles! That's incredible, never seen one that low before. Must be in amazing condition

[@charles84burke]

@@FootToPedal it has had 2 owners, first owner was a BMW dealership owner that was gifted the car by BMW, then he sold it to his Neighbors wife and she kept it in a garage and covered and only drove it on sunny days

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah sounds really nice, that must be a great example. I hope the purchase goes well!

[@vector409]

usa gallon is different to Uk gallon fyi

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah I adjusted for that in the figure

[@davidiancu3689]

Now a coupe M worth from 50.000 euro further

[@FootToPedal]

Another reason to buy a 3.0si!

[@davidiancu3689]

@@FootToPedal I already bought one :)

[@Wooster_]

Anyone selling one in the US? East coast ?

[@patricktimp9224]

Best wishes from germany. 🤗I love your Videos.I have a E86 myself. Maybe you should join the zroadster.com. Here are loads of E86 drivers to have a chat with.

[@FootToPedal]

Thanks Patrick, appreciate your support! I'll check out the forum at some point too!

[@jacklondon7873]

Z4M is £600 road tax if you can believe it.

[@FootToPedal]

Holy [expletive]!! Yeah that is a joke 😂

[@jacklondon7873]

@@FootToPedal tell me about it, I'm currently shopping around for one but reconsidering. An E46 M3 is cheaper because it comes under pre march 2006 rules.

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah it is a lot of money to part with on an annual basis, surprising that the E46 M3 has a lower VED but the rules around it are very weird. Good luck on your search!

[@stefanmaddock5516]

Jeez! Ive been watching the road tax creep up and up every year now. £325 now I think? But £600 is a bite.

[@jonhamler]

£695 now 🤢@@stefanmaddock5516

[@RaabsIn513]

been looking for year, they're too expensive and too many automatics.

[@FootToPedal]

Yeah there's not many to choose from so you have to be patient waiting for the right one