2025 BMW Z4 Manual: Get off your a$$ and buy one before it goes away!

[@trigganometry168]

I did my part saving the manuals. I bought a new Cayman 4.0 manual last year and a new GR Corolla Circuit last month.

[@drewkotchan4081]

Ditto. Almost every one of my vehicles has been a manual. My current drive is a 2019 Civic Hatchback Manual (Cdn spec LX). But there aren't enough of us, I'm afraid. (BTW, I love my Civic but wanna trade? LOL.)

[@trigganometry168]

@@drewkotchan4081. My first three cars were civics manuals. 1991 CRX si, 1993 Civic Hatchback VX, and 2000 Civic si in Milano red. But yeah no trade 😂

[@drewkotchan4081]

@@trigganometry168 😂

[@chuckcribbs3398]

I bought a manual Gladiator Rubicon in 2021. Got $5500 off and I don’t mind it at all after 68k miles.

[@Bluglug]

2023 Miata 😊

[@MistahWorldwide]

The color on that Z4 is perfect. Such a good green.

[@pcthayer]

It is beautiful, but $3K option? Seems pretty steep.

[@kasio22B]

If you could wait a bit longer, there's the Hakone edition of the GR86 with that similar green color...

[@pcthayer]

@@kasio22B That sounds much much closer to my price range. 🙂

[@BMWWolf]

If only Miata would bring back the British racing green

[@ruturaj47]

​@@kasio22Bnot metallic though. New one looks flat.

[@pcthayer]

Driving that car. with the top down, on those roads, with a manual transmission, is almost like an erotic fantasy!

[@DollarDude]

Ordered a 2025 BMW M4 manual back in April, it'll finally be here next week. Can't wait.

[@drewyager4020]

What color combo did you get??

[@seiph80]

Sweet! I had to wait seven months for my BMW individual!

[@DollarDude]

​@@drewyager4020 Aventurin Red, black interior, with blue brake calipers :)

[@DollarDude]

@@seiph80 How do you like it?

[@drewyager4020]

@@DollarDude nice combo. Enjoy!!! What a treat

[@grahamgfraser]

I live in England and one more reason for us to be grateful to Americans is that you have helped convinced BMW bean counters to make manual Z4 until 1st Quarter 2026! I have ordered one of these as it is refined (suspension and air control) enough to get my wife to sit in it without having a bad hair day, but engaging enough to have fun in the curves when you are alone. The manual is also a trip down memory lane for us as we mostly all learn on manuals and first cars are usually manual. Thank you for great videos, your passion for driving and highlighting the opportunities of these cars and building demand as they enter their last years, a future classic I am sure!

[@K22MDL]

I've just ordered a new one in the frozen green. Had an auto Z4 M40i a fews ago and regret selling. Had more BMW's than any other brand and I've had a few over my 52 years of driving. Enjoy.

[@urimaginarystar]

My first Z4 was bought used and was a 2008 with a manual transmission. I’m so thankful that I was taught how to drive a standard at 15. Shifting my 2008 Z4 was so much fun! I recently “upgraded” to a used 2014 Z4, but it is disappointingly an automatic. As soon as I read that BMW’s 2025 Z4 had a manual option, I put it on my radar as the car that I want, and I’m saving my pennies! ❤😂

[@MistahWorldwide]

I bought a 2024 GR86 back in May with a manual! I had never driven a manual before but thankfully my dad was able to teach me. It’s a bunch of fun but a pain in bumper to bumper traffic.

[@ruturaj47]

Adjust the clutch pedal, it would help a lot.

[@RickStarzz]

Agree 💯 remove that clutch spring night and day difference

[@ruturaj47]

@@RickStarzz try adjusting the height, 3 360 degree turns to make it lower worked out wonder for me. I did mtec spring but now I am thinking about taking it off completely.

[@RickStarzz]

Adjustment when I had the car helped but the real feel like a hero moment was removing that ridiculous clutch spring. Felt natural after that.

[@bingobongo1615]

Which ironically means that driving a manual is just awful in so many places here in Europe… so many narrow streets and traffic jams

[@geothermal7999]

Wow! Very nice to see BMW has come back with a manual. Very unique / special nowadays. Fantastic! I still drive a 1999 E36 M3 which I bought brand new 25 yrs ago. A phenomenal inline 6 - still growling strong on the road. I imagine this Z4 could be similar or better 25 yrs from now. Maintenance is the key. Cheers!

[@victorvivaudou132]

I’m retired now, but I have an i128 and a Cooper Clubman both with manual transmission. I used to have EVs. I love them commuting and work travel. Now I mostly drive for pleasure, errands or road trips. And pleasure it is. Lot’s of windy back roads where I live. My wife only drives manuals. She’s a keeper!!

[@saraiakovakis9523]

I had a 2012 Z4 and currently I’m driving a 2022 Z4. I’ve driven seven BMW’s over the years, and the Z4 is my fav model. I love the performance coupled with its good looks. I have been a fortunate driver and hope that BMW will come to their senses and keep this model around.

[@Tracertme]

Fabulous car and colour.. 😂❤ best looking BMW in the last 8 years…

[@rideepicdriveepic]

This is why I'm sticking to my old 370z. It's manual, it's a large N/A engine, and it's one of the old "real" coupes. After investing some time and effort to remove all the tiny annoyances they're known for, it's an excellent driver's car. That being said, I'd love another weekend car, the Z4 manual - as it would really be nice to do some open-top drifting....

[@erudite1579]

I own a low mileage 2006 Z4 M Roadster and recently had the opportunity to drive this new 2025 Z4 manual. They are very different cars. The new Z4 is longer, wider, taller and heavier, and it shows in the driving experience. While marginally faster 0-60, it offers a less tactile driving experience overall. The 2006 Roadster is far less well mannered, and is very mechanical in both feel and sound, and more nimble under performance driving conditions. Still, I'd be very happy to own the new Z4 manual.

[@andyreichert499]

I have an 08 Z4M roadster, and I'm going to keep it as long as I can. I just like knowing that other options may be out there when that time comes.

[@Engineer10211]

I have a 2007 Z4MC. It is a raw, primal, vicious driving experience, unless you are on an interstate behaving. Driving it hard is violent and dramatic. It's magnificent and you won't find any modern car to match the feeling of it. I had the non-M version before it, and though the spec was as M as they came from the factory, it was a good bit tamer. The S54 is a wild animal. The Top Gear show where they compared it with the Porsche Boxter was spot-on.

[@joshuathompson8474]

I agree about the feel. That said, this would absolutely murder any previous BMW Z's in terms of performance. It's not just slightly faster.

[@erudite1579]

@@joshuathompson8474 Maybe stoplight to stoplight, but not on a race track .. the Z4 M Roadster would have full advantage of its lighter weight and the S54's high RPM power range, and would murder the 2025 Z4 manual in the corners.

[@jossemmitti8542]

That san remo green looks absolutely spectacular on the Z4!

[@berkeleyfuller-lewis3442]

Back in 2005, I "inherited" from a just-died relative, a then-new, BMW 325ci coupe. It has the regularly aspirated straight-six (188 horsepower) and a FIVE SPEED M-A-N-U-A-L transmission. It's also a TOTALLY rare color: "Sonoma metallic beige" (sort of a "champagne-ish light bronze) with a premium LEATHER sports seat interior (beige). We've put about $900 a year into routine dealer maintenance [and aging part replacements] and I've laboriously "clayed" and carnuba-waxed the exterior, and kept the interior spotless, shampoo'd and leather-oiled. Sure it's not a Z4, nor a total "rocket" -- but it's BOMB fast, corners (stock) like a slot car, and gets 33mpg highway. It has the PERFECT power to weight ratio and is INSANELY comfortable in front. My point? THIS is a "sweet spot" that I think BMW and others have FORGOTTEN how to do. Probably with their fixation on stupid "computer" crap. BTW, it's only got 71,000 miles on it too. Whee!

[@Krushe]

Mazda hasn’t forgotten 😀

[@xinrew]

what a coincidence that the first time I see a z4 on the road in loooong while I get a bmw z4 video recommended to me in the same day😂 the z4 is a beautiful car and it should be appreciated and recognised more, and yes lol as you said I have forgotten about it until today!

[@bullsnyyfan4442]

Great to see you back Motoman

[@MotoManTV]

Good to be back . . . and have some different episodes on tap for you guys. A cheap car is next up, followed by my story with the CyberTruck then some surprises beyond mixed with some new car reviews thrown in.

[@bretak74]

You're spot on about the top color. It needs to match the seats. My Jaguar F-Type (with manual transmission) is British Racing Green with a tan top. I know I'm biased, but I think that it looks great.

[@radietetica]

Goddamn that spec must look fkn awesome!

[@radietetica]

I have a Miata 2024 ND3 white pearl with the tan top so not even close but fam, your car is my dream car!

[@inflatable2]

I testdrove the Z4 M40i and a Porsche 718 Boxster, and despite the 6-cilinder engine in the Z4 I prefered the 718 with base engine.. Simply a better driving experience.. The Porsche drives like a kart, a proper sportscar, the BMW is more like a luxury GT-cruiser.. 300HP is enough in cars like this.. But whatever floats your boat..

[@LateNightDateNight]

Finally a man that gets it.

[@peterscheffer4521]

I agree. I still hang on to my Z4, because it is not a sportscar, but "just" a powerful cruiser. Very good for week and weekend trips. Too heavy and too soft for sharp driving. Enough muscle for a good laugh. For now, it is perfect for us. About the Boxster/Cayman: These are also faster than 911's when in the same trim. Sssst!

[@inflatable2]

@neolepic Buying used (for +/- half the money) is the most smart thingh you can do in many countries with high tax on new cars.. Only problem is finding the right car for you as most stuff is an option so all these 718's are specced differently..

[@koopaGG]

Still having iDrive 7 is a huge perk (after owning both ID7 and ID8 cars). Manual gearbox and physical controls, pretty rare these days.

[@MartinA77NS]

I ordered manual transmision. Metallic paint Sanremo Green, Cognac interier with cognac doors too. Black roof. Downgraded wheels to Double - spoke 799M Bicolour, Jet Black, all 19". Hallo from Europe.

[@jeffs6090]

I've been waiting for you to get this car! I heard about this a few months ago, and I totally want one!!

[@KonkrRoads]

You're an absolute pro presenter -- thanks for the details on the handshaker. At $77k I'll stick (pun intended) with my $33k otd limited BRZ. Cheers! 🤙

[@azmike3572]

If I remember correctly it doesn't offer ventilated seats--almost a must here in Arizona, where the summer highs reach 115°F/46°C.

[@danieltackett4089]

I’m so pleased that BMW threw caution out and now offers this manual in the Z4. If they did the same with the M340i, there would be one in my garage as a daily driver. I really wanted a new 3-pedal weekend car before they all go away, so I ordered and now have a 2024 Cayman GTS 4.0. Since I do track days, a convertible like the Z4 or Boxster wouldn’t be suitable. I hope that a lot of people order the Z4 manual to reward BMW for taking the risk to build it for the hardcore enthusiast market.

[@K22MDL]

I've just taken delivery of a new M40i Handschalter. Just wanted to say how excellent your presentations are, full of enthusiasm, driving experience and market conditions. Anyway, can't stay - sun is out in the UK, first time since I took delivery on Tuesday!!

[@MotoManTV]

Congratulations . . . well done!

[@nickrgeorge]

I just ordered one in this exact spec! One correction: the paint seen here is San Remo Green Metallic, which is FREE but exclusive to the Handschalter. The $3k paint option is the matte/frozen green option. Great video as always. #savethemanuals

[@JoeS97756]

Good to know and hear it's not a 3k option.

[@1MrErling]

Norway here. Sorry for my poor grammar. Very nice video. The green is gorgeous! YES; hurry up... soon it's too late to get one. Belive mai 2026 is STOP I had to wait 8 months. A Dude in East Europe, 7 months 😄I ordered a blue Z4 M40i automatic with cognac interior in May. Delivery December ... I hope Reason for not manuel? First I tried a manual for a couple of hours in may on winding roads, then discussed with both BMW mechanic and the Porsche dealer why the new manual gearboxes are NOT like the old ones from the 70s-80s-90s, where you could brake with the gear and, not least, "hang on the gear" on winding roads. ''The reason for both manuel BWM and Porsche'', the Porsche dealer said, ''that today second gear is capable of tackling 120 km/h (75 miles?). Far beyond the good old days. -That's the reason! Order the Z4 in May. Was told at the beginning of July that my Z4 will start construction in +/- September. Delivery December .. Only three cars are reserved for the whole of Northern Europe market each quarter. Don't at least 60 millions live here? Only 3 cars......for so many people. The waiting is killing me

[@robnelsonbayvillage]

Love grinding my own gears, thank you. Loved my BMW E36 M3. It served us well for 137,000 miles. Manual gearbox.

[@ericg5416]

Great video and review.. just picked mine up a couple weeks ago. #SaveTheManuals

[@mspeed2441]

Motor, very good review of an amazing, overlooked car (next to the Vector). You cover everything important and, TG, don't bother with more digital interior criticism. Having had multiple Porsches, I'd put the B58 up against any Porsche motor. There is no better all-around engine on the market (counting the S engines). I'll say this to you again: F*** the KZbin haters. You're a watchable, thorough reviewer.

[@MotoManTV]

My pleasure!

[@JoeS97756]

So is this a 6 cyl turbo? single turbo, twin scroll?

[@tonylani2015]

What an amazing review, thank you! I just discovered you on KZbin. It’s informative, funny, and sarcastic. Looking forward to catching up with your videos. 😎

[@jamesonpace726]

I'm the guy tried to buy a $55,000 base Vette, not so long ago. Can't do $80k for a car, sadly, so old & broken or Miata are the only answers....

[@rembo183]

YES INDEED! Miata is the answer for 99% of enthusiasts. $80,000 is simply waaaaaay too much money for most people but this is a car designed for the lucky rich! “Socialist” middle class enthusiasts love the Miata.

[@AlToonaSandwich]

Great review Moto - just 1 correction - your review car there has the “free” color (San Remo Green Metallic). The other color that has the up charge is a frozen color (Frozen Deep Green Metallic)

[@GFCicotte]

I was just about to make the same comment. His mistake is at 11:50. I looked and looked, and I'm like, that paint is shiny, not flat! I'm totally into this review b/c my car is on order in the exact same color scheme 🙂

[@MotoManTV]

Somewhat misled you guys in this one: The monroney supplied showed the Frozen Deep Green Metallic option - which is US$2,950 however the color on this car was actually the 'free color', San Remo Green.

[@AlToonaSandwich]

@@GFCicottesame here! I ordered mine with the more extended Cognac interior (without the “special’ stitching). Mine was just dispatched from the factory today!

[@GFCicotte]

@@AlToonaSandwich Awesome! I liked the tan seats with black doors and center console armrest -- to each his own. My production dates are September 6-9 if I recall correctly -- I suspect it will actually get here between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Only problem is I live in the north where the summer tires it will come on shouldn't be driven in the cold. May not get much road time until March or April :(

[@kasio22B]

I wish they made a targa or hard pop top version of it. Still, I'd pick this over the Supra any day...

[@freed14760]

There is always a market for “Different “. What I tell my wife when she is upset with me. “If everything was the same,,Boring!!! People need to buy with their heart , instead of their wallet..! Not a practical model but keep the driver engaged. That passion for the brand carries on with other “Brand” purchases. Race on Sunday and sell on Monday!!

[@MotoManTV]

Agreed on the heart!

[@rogermiller1242]

Drove brand new less than 100 miles, Z40i manual. Back roads in Indiana, curves but not fantastic. Beautiful seats, fit my old ass and back better than anything I have found in my 81 years.Better exceration than my 370Z, Made my MB SLK 300 feel like a chevie. Great car, not bad price for the tech and confort. Handles great, shifts great (370z & SLK both manual) z

[@xanksnap1457]

ordered a z4 manual in May, *patiently* waiting for it to be delivered. Your peelout at 4:30s made me even more excited to get this. Wonderful wonderful review

[@michaelhatfield5808]

I want one of these used in a few years. Last of a dying breed.

[@MotoManTV]

I don't see them depreciating like other BMWs.

[@ManlyHK1]

I have a z4 20i manual, not fast at all, but it’s a lifestyle thing. I live in Hong Kong n I believe it’s probably the only one in the city! From day one they had planned a manual with the tooling ready n investments made. Not sure why they made it such a novelty.

[@guyrippon6085]

2003 Z4 2.5 tad under 100k, still puts a smile on your face sound and acceleration

[@paulbugoni2846]

Fantastic vehicle, end of an era. Great review. Problem is that it’s priced in C8 territory but it’s your money buy what you want while you can.

[@Bimmer_Bill]

Not a problem. If you want to compare the c8 convertible, well be prepared to pay more as in well over $80k as tested up to $100k. The c8 convertible is also heavier. It’s over 3,700 lbs significantly more than the z4, which as we all know as a front engine car should weigh much more. The c8 likely is a little faster largely due to the fact it’s mid engine/traction because we know Chevy horsepower isn’t bmw horsepower.

[@azmike3572]

Or buy both!

[@NomenClature-o8s]

Yes, but a lot of people don’t want to be seen driving a Corvette.

[@Bimmer_Bill]

@@NomenClature-o8s you mean not everyone is a middle aged white man with white socks, white new balance shoes, and aviator sunglasses? 😝

[@NomenClature-o8s]

@@Bimmer_Bill I really like the Corvette on paper, and if I ever move to The Villages in Florida…I might move there with with Rogaine and Viagra prescriptions.

[@trainwreck5973]

Rented a ‘24 z4 auto when I was in Texas. Great car. Super fun to drive. I own 4 other BMW’s. So I know the brand. This car was a blast to drive! 🎉

[@macstone9719]

I still drive my 2003 3.0 Z4 with a manual. I am fine. 😁

[@johnalvarado1337]

Absolutely agree with the manual corvette C8 proposition. Bring the manual back with the Grand Sport model priced between a stingray and a Z06 and watch it sell like hotcakes

[@ericquinn8578]

So glad they made this. It really needed to be available this way. The manual gods are smiling down on us.

[@mattseve]

As a manual driver, it is amazing to see the actual movement of the manual stick as the car takes the corners. I assume this is from the movement of the transmission...You don't see that in auto cars. Ill have to keep an eye on that next time I'm a passenger in my car. Great car - well done BMW

[@clintonstorm632]

Question MotoMan, Z4 manual or used LC500 vert? I'm curious which you'd prefer since you own the latter, thanks! (ps I can't decide bc both are great)

[@IceDree]

Welcome back and happy anniversary, M!

[@MotoManTV]

Thank you for remembering, Amro . . . and for being on the journey!

[@Piketom1]

Not only is that car special because of the transmission, it is spec'd in a very nice color. So many cars are sold in boring colors. That green is absolutely beautiful. Also, do we care about three tenths of a second in a car that is all about the pleasure of driving? Absolutely not. The car is plenty fast for most people.

[@bonusb2924]

I hear you, I bought an M6 ZL1 last year…love it. My first new car was a ‘00 Z28 M6.

[@jamesbeech8643]

Those seats look a bit bendy to me, we’ve just had our Z4 for two weeks and loving it 🥰

[@gothops154]

+1 on the iDrive7. So much better than iDrive8/8.5

[@b.mcboatface7319]

As with all new bmw cars, everything is amazing until you see the front. The tech, the driving, even the colors. If you buy one, promise yourself never to look at pictures of a Z8. A car from over 20 years ago.

[@MisakiLeasim]

I bought a manual WRX limited back in 2022 to support the movement and I’m dying internally to get a manual Golf R just as a farewell for their manual versions being discontinued 😞

[@MotoManTV]

Do it.

[@ronaldckrausejr7762]

People that are on the assembly line are stating… The Golf R will only be discontinued as a manual for North america. It will still be available throughout most of Europe as a manual for a while longer. Golf R manual will likely have its last year in america for the 2025 model year. For (most of) Europe it will be 2029. If someone happens to want a manual in america, best get a down payment or purchase on one soon, as they likely will not last in that market long - the prices will also go up as time transpires. If one happens to know someone stationed in Europe for the american military - one could still have a manual shipped back here, and for not as much as one might think

[@JoelOman1980]

Driving a maunal softtop 2022 MX-5 today, I applaud BMW for sticking to what car enthusiasts want the most, the sheer joy of driving. 👏👏👏 Very nice review as well. This car will however probably never see daylight in the EU because of the new emission rules. (Hell, they've even quietly killed off the 2.0L MX-5 2024 model so now, only the 1.5L is avaliable, come next year) Tough times to be an "auto driver" not just an "auto rider"... 🤷‍♂

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

Fun review. Almost picked up a Z4 M40i last summer, held off, just didn't feel right at the last second...was going to wait...life intervened as it often does, ended up with 2023 Miata GT and really love it...but its not THIS car, looks great, really happy they made it1

[@danielwilliams1921]

Had a 1987 M Roadster that was pure bliss: Arrest-me-red with black and red interior. It was a 6-cylinder rocket ship - and just about every day I regret selling it.

[@danielwilliams1921]

‘89

[@jimmybowtie]

Just took my Z4 MT home this week. A correction on the review, the color of this car in the video is the San Remo Green 11:11 no charge color included in the $3500 package max MSRP is $74,900, the Frozen deep green is a matte color for $2900 additional max MSRP $77,800.

[@MotoManTV]

Somewhat misled you guys in this one: The monroney supplied showed the Frozen Deep Green Metallic option - which is US$2,950 however the color on this car was actually the 'free color', San Remo Green. Congrats . . .

[@laloloco14]

How are you liking the car?

[@jimmybowtie]

@@laloloco14 only driven 65 miles so far love it, in storage for the next week. Still driving my old 2009 e88 128 MT, update in a few weeks I'll start driving the Z daily.

[@brainiacbold169]

I have to subscribe just based on the thorough breakdown

[@wernerdanler2742]

I love that color green with the BLACK top.😊

[@WFO.]

My first new car was a ‘99 BMW M Roadster. Drove the piss out of it and loved it. My recent new car is a ‘24 992.1 GTS with manual and love it. Manuals make the difference 🏁

[@MotoManTV]

The car that followed the 1997 Z3 2.8 was . . . a 1998 Z3 M Roadster. Loved it. Didn't lose a dime on either.

[@WFO.]

@@MotoManTV Meant to type 992.1 for my GTS Coupe. Enjoyed your video on the Z4. Well done.

[@wackit6756]

This is ABSOLUTELY the perfect color combo for this car! I’m excited that this color comes in the regular clear coat shiny version. All the reviews have the ugly Matte version. I have a GR Supra and a ND2 Miata…..Now if I sell them both….Hmm 🤔

[@GFCicotte]

I have it on order. Almost ordered the red leather seats, but I thought the cognac tan went better with the gold that comes out of the green paint in the sunshine

[@wackit6756]

@@GFCicotteCongrats! Im jealous. I’m offering to break it in for you. 😀

[@alasdairstuart3394]

Absolutely love your videos. Entertaining, informative, everything. You raise a really interesting point here. I have the auto M40i and I love it. But switched from manual to auto several years ago. I live in London and the clutch got harder as cars got larger / heavier. I would not go back so long as I live in a built up area with slow moving traffic; just too hard. So that’s a factor. But love your suggestion / challenge. Question is the future - electric, hydrogen even - does this apply?? I don’t know. But I do know I love your videos. So please keep them coming. 👍😊🙏

[@420hansol]

I have 2006 Mini Cooper S w/ manual. It's not fast but it's so fun driving it!

[@Unicornpirate]

No it wasn't Toyota who said lets put a 6MT with the B58. The F22 and F30 m240i and m340i were both available with a manual B58

[@lordniblickiii]

Hey Moto, 👋 I just noticed you cannot select a manual option on the "build your own" on BMW's corporate UI.. ?? Did they change thier minds? 😢 Keep up the great work!

[@Love2Cruise]

Go to Options and select “Edition Handschalter Package.” Or pick one of the green colors and it will prompt you the manual package is required.

[@GFCicotte]

Must be some confusion because I did "build my own" before ordering. You have to select the Handschalter package, there is not an individual option solely for manual.

[@rhiiine]

Another great episode! I don't miss dailying a manual but that's as much to do with the fact that they were all economy cars as it has to do with the leg workout. Sadly I won't be saving the manuals with a new car purchase but do intend on having a fun manual second car someday.

[@pobinr]

Just sold my Z3M Roadster owned for 20 years. Heavy clutch did my left knee & hip in. So now own R231 SL500. But I've not ruled out a manual if new Z4 clutch lighter perhaps. Meantime I'm really delighted with my SL

[@LordBass]

I own two manuals, and have long bought them, but can't financially keep up on the save the manuals game. I recently bought my first motorcycle, a manual.

[@Johnnygga]

As an owner of an E85 3.0i Z4 in 6-speed manual… it brings a tear to my eye to see BMW still offering a manual in a Z4 21 years later 🥲

[@MotoManTV]

Me too:)

[@MichaelCoppock]

Love the Z4 and I'm so happy they've reintroduced the manual transmission in this latest version. I owned a 2003 2.5 years ago before switching to the Porsche mid-engine platform (a base Cayman, then 718 GTS 2.5), and have always kept the Z4 in consideration for switching back, despite my love for all things Porsche. That said, your comments comparing the new Z4 to the Porsche 718 GTS 4.0 (6 cyl) to the Porsche 718 4-cylinder could use some additional nuance. That's because Porsche did produce a 4-cylinder 2.5 liter GTS that's actually quicker than the 4.0 6 cylinder. If the 4.0 "trounces" the Z4, then surely the quicker 2.5 does as well. The sound issue is completely overrated, and a low mileage GTS 2.5 can be had for about 30% cheaper than the GTS, and about 10K less than the Z4, with better performance and Porsche character. I wouldn't have mentioned it in this otherwise stellar review, but you opened the door. 🙂

[@NomenClature-o8s]

A video after my own heart.

[@chuckcribbs3398]

If I can afford it, this will be my next car. Save the manuals!!

[@djtrepound2407]

If cars didn’t cost so much I’d surely buy another manual. But 85k a year in the Wash DC area feels like 35k so I’m working poor and cant afford the things I want 😂

[@Kyle0714]

thx for the explanation as to why all thee beautiful 2 door coupes are going away.

[@ramalhoalex]

That's a beautiful car!👍

[@coupeuro]

Opening monologue...good way to get rear-ended!

[@mbizozo6271]

Yessis, that thing sounded like a Gusheshe (E30 325is) at the start there.

[@ibkl2u]

That’s the car I wanted but I ended up getting a Shelby GT 350 . Yes it has a six speed manual transmission and it sounds amazing.

[@primozkrajcar4144]

I have recommendation. This car in Alpina flavour. Oh my, that would be a stunner. And I am pretty sure they would fix the black top dilema.

[@billymays7210]

Best new BMW for sale right now IMHO

[@AP-cc1uw]

One thing that I've noticed in the configurator is you cannot replace the piano black with either the aluminum mesh or aluminum tetragon AND still spec the manual transmission. A small thing perhaps but if you're keeping the car for the long run that piano black trim will look terrible in short order.

[@GFCicotte]

Sadly you are correct on both counts --stuck with black and the metal would look better imo. Another thing you can't get with manual is adaptive cruise.

[@MotoManTV]

For the life of me, I do not understand why they are forcing the black trim both inside and outside the car. This is more of a 'mature' sports car, hence a satin finish chrome on the outside with even a satin wood on the inside would do sooo much for this package.

[@AP-cc1uw]

@@MotoManTV Totally agree. A walnut finish would be amazing but that'll never happen again.

[@MarkCooper-z4k]

Great review. However, I believe the color of your car is San Remo Green, vs. the Deep Frozen Green. The distinction is in the price: the Frozen version is the one that adds 3,000 to the price, whereas the SRG is free.

[@Bensonater11]

Honestly whats killing the Z4 m40 with this package is its price. I mean other than having a drop roof, an M2, M340, supra, are cheaper. And for just a grand or two more, you get a Boxter S. Or if you don't want a 4 cylinder and don't mind used - a 981 GTS

[@CJN4737]

Bullshit. Go to Porsche website and a Boxster S with minimal options will be far more expensive than this car. Plus Porsche will dealer will charge you a huge markup fee.

[@dongidongi]

Waiting for these to show up CPO ;)

[@MotoManTV]

I don't see them being cheap.

[@loseerich493]

Great great vid! Love seeing you super legit happy on a test drive. BMW once again has to be saluted for making so many great cars in this day/age. Also love love love the old UX with its knobs & switches with tactile feel. The rub for me: An M2 is cheaper. I would be hard pressed as a guy that can only afford 1 nice sports car in the stable at a time, to not get into a M2 vs this with price factored in.

[@Love2Cruise]

It’s easy. Do you want a convertible or not?

[@loseerich493]

@@Love2Cruise Not really, but then again I like the type of UX in the Z4 much more than the most current one. But then the M2 is cheaper..... argh! 1st-world problems & all that. LoL

[@billymays7210]

This manual is better than the one in the M2, if that matters...

[@Love2Cruise]

@@loseerich493 There you go. Another consideration: Are you planning on doing track days? If you are, get the M2. I had an S2000 for 17 years and getting a convertible to be track ready is way more involved (i.e. rollbar) than a car with a real roof. If you are not planning on doing track days, than any convertible is more fun than the fastest car in the world.

[@loseerich493]

@@Love2Cruise Great input/thanks. No track days with my own stuff. Whenever I do them it's like at one of the BMW Performance Centers or whatnot... with their stuff.

[@kevin1492]

It's a compelling car these days - and the price seems like a bargain next to a 718... But then the M2 can be had with a manual for less.

[@strangerdanger8462]

But the M2 is not a rag top here in the US.

[@Bimmer_Bill]

Do I need to state that the m2 is not a convertible, is 200 lbs heavier, has an inferior manual, and looks like ass in comparison?

[@strangerdanger8462]

@@Bimmer_Bill M2 is available as convertible in UK

[@kevin1492]

@@Bimmer_Bill No, you don't.

[@Bimmer_Bill]

@@kevin1492 👍

[@Sevenfeet0]

Do we care about the .3 second difference 0-60? You and I are old enough that when we were young, 4 speed and 5 speed manual transmissions were faster to shift than 3-speed slushboxes and more usable torque because of the extra gearing. Fast forward 40 years and automatics have 8, 9 or 10 speeds, fast computers and exotic tech that would have been only found on F1 cars. So automatics are now generally faster than the human foot/hand combo. So there is no practical reason to want a stick for the usual reasons of performance off the line, gear decision in a turn, more usable torque or even fuel economy. The main reason these days is nostalgia for us aging enthusiasts that remember the thrill of that snick-snick feeling of finding the right gear and having a blast carving the mountain highway. Or at least for you....I'm too tall to drive this car, much less to operate it with a third pedal. I learned manual shifting on a 1970-ish Chevy C/K pickup with three-on-the-tree shifting.

[@MotoManTV]

RICK! All good points but I have a saying: Unless you are drawing a paycheck from a race team as an F1 pilot, the faster transmission does nothing for you.

[@alangil40]

You are correct that performance is no longer the main draw, but you didn't mention engagement and driver involvement. A manual to me still (and I am old enough as well) is just more engaging and interesting to drive. And contrary to what most people think, the more boring and pedestrian the drive, the more the manual matters. Sure, on a track or going all out in a canyon there is enough excitement from the overall experience to where the difference between a manual and a good automatic might not be pronounced. But on your boring daily commute, a manual sometimes is the only thing that keeps it interesting. Also, I don't care about the .3 second difference to 60mph. The push you feel in the back of your seat is what matters and the push is the same regardless of the .1 second difference between gear changes.

[@genericasian]

I was in the market for a fun, fast, manual transmission daily that was also practical. I landed on an Integra TypeS. It's unfortunate that manuals are commanding a premium these days, with affordable manuals effectively limited to MX-5/GT86/BRZ/WRX/Civic Si. I get it though, we are a specialty market now. And specialty means low volume, which means expensive.

[@thirdpedalnirvana]

Heyyyyy! No way! Guess what I just bought three weeks ago? A 1998 Z3 2.8 with a manual! Needs a little work to be prime but it's got the Montrealblau paint and a fresh, professionally installed convertible top

[@thirdpedalnirvana]

Even though the Z3 has the best feeling bmw shifter I've felt that isn't the aftermarket UUC ultimate Evo shifter, I'd love a Toyota shifter feel in my z3. I have a manual Lexus is300 and it is such a great shift feel imo. My friend has a 95 4runner and I love shifting that beast too

[@MotoManTV]

Congrats and yes, I'm jealous!

[@air-headedaviator1805]

With a car like this what more performance would someone actually want?

[@abstractobject5337]

I might have to get one for sure. Looks better than them all. M2-3-4.

[@lowspark68]

9:43 "It kinda let's you be a moron" gotta love MotoMan!

[@GFCicotte]

Funny thing like a movie blooper at 4:15 which is totally on BMW -- the image of the car on the instrument panel shows the front grill with silver trim, which is not available on the real car -- black trim only!

[@MotoManTV]

Keen eye . ..

[@roykenyon886]

Nice; but still holding out for the Z4 coupe to come? It rains a lot in the UK!

[@msalvag]

We're doing a family Euro trip in August (Germany, italy, Greece) and I've reserved a manual in each country startung with an Audi A6 manual in Germany. Why cant we have non-sports cars in manual in NA.

[@wheelwrightpl9429]

Is Tremec manual transmission better ? (as in Mustang or Blackwing). I heard the transmission oil is actually cooled in the Mustang for optimal and unchanging shifting feel regardless of heat.

[@victorconcepcion5610]

Hey MotoMan, I need your help: Considering Certified 991.2 Cab manual, New 2025 Z4 Manual, or Certified LC 500 cab. Can’t decide, what’s your pick?

[@MotoManTV]

You're killing me and you know why! For rarity, I would go LC or Z4. For pure driving, the 911. All depends on how you are going to use it.

[@lukepatten8308]

Got myself a 98 Z3 with 2.8L manual about 6 months ago, only has a bit over 45,000 miles now. Also got it in Boston Green with the Tan top and interior, beautiful aesthetics. Great car, lots of fun to drive!!

[@MotoManTV]

Great car and a fantastic color combo!