Wind deflectors

mav5125 · 08-06-2009, 01:57 AM

Hi All,

Does anyone know if the wind deflector is any good?
Does it do what it's suppose to do?

If anyone who has their new z4 and has a wind deflector, can you please comment.

I didn't order one with my 35i but i wondering whether i should get one later or can live without it.

(it does give a bit of privacy too).

mav.

siscobmw · 08-06-2009, 03:26 AM

on italian cars wid deflectors are standard and very effective to reduce turbolence around the head , also at 120km/h i noticed that thissystem is really well done, no air ...not so much anyway......
if you are planning to use the car mostly with top down I suggest to get it, it's worth really something.....

Francesco from italy

mav5125 · 08-06-2009, 03:38 AM

I definitely will be using it all year round with the top down. I did take one for a test drive but it had not wind deflector and with the windows down it was quite buffy in the cabin. I'm not sure if that's just me (as this is my first convertible) or it's usually like that in convertibles.

I'm thinking that the wind deflector should eliminate almost all of the back draft in the cabin.

It probably makes a big difference whether you have the windows up or down too.

Might have to take one that has a wind deflector for a test drive.

thanks for your comments.

mav.

Rubber Ducky · 08-06-2009, 04:31 AM

C'mon folks, it's a convertible.

Z_Victor1 · 08-06-2009, 12:59 PM

Yes is the simple answer.

Had the car now for 5 days.....WITH a Wind Deflector...and it DOES work as advertised.....but sheesh, it's no bargain at £205 + VAT (UK £, less a tickle of a discount)

With ALL 4 windows UP & deflector UP, the turbulence in the cabin is minimised AND a normal conversation is no problem up to around 70 - 80mph.
80mph.....NO I never go THAT fast!

I don't need it - no hair.

Sweetheart has gallons of hair.....and to remain 'sweet' the WD is a must

Surely, the best way to decide is to personally try it first on a demonstartor. Even then, you can order it AFTER delivery....it's not like M-Adaptive suspension which is not exactly an 'easy' aftermarket fit

welbo · 08-07-2009, 02:17 AM

To me I have it put on all the time. It really help for speed above 60mph.

lux good · 08-07-2009, 03:36 AM

I haven't got one, and it's fine (ok a little more turbulence) but for me it looks so much better without it.

JeF4y · 08-07-2009, 10:08 AM

Got it, like it.

rmorin49 · 02-09-2010, 04:45 PM

My deflector arrived today from Husker BMW of Lincoln, NE. Yeah, I know RD, it's a convertible but while I have very little hair, my wife insists on trying to keep hers looking beautiful. At any rate, for the deflector and 2 new rear roll bar covers, I paid, $342. Now if my car would just arrive. It leaves Bremerhaven tomorrow.

Rubber Ducky · 02-09-2010, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rmorin49

My deflector arrived today from Husker BMW of Lincoln, NE. Yeah, I know RD, it's a convertible but while I have very little hair, my wife insists on trying to keep hers looking beautiful. At any rate, for the deflector and 2 new rear roll bar covers, I paid, $342. Now if my car would just arrive. It leaves Bremerhaven tomorrow.

NC. RD

alan64 · 02-09-2010, 05:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lux good

I haven't got one, and it's fine (ok a little more turbulence) but for me it looks so much better without it.

I actually think it looks better with it. It gives it a sophisticated look.

alan64 · 02-09-2010, 06:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scott'sZ4

WRONG!

ok Mel

Vintage · 02-09-2010, 09:49 PM

Colonel - that is why you are happily married

mrboon · 02-10-2010, 02:25 AM

I think its crap the BMW wind deflector... I notice next to no difference with it up or down.

alan64 · 02-10-2010, 06:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scott'sZ4

ok mel??????????

yes, like mel gibson, you seem to get your nuts in a ringer over pretty minor things.

mrboon · 02-10-2010, 07:27 AM

hahahaha "nuts in a ringer", EPIC!

Z4@Phuket · 02-10-2010, 09:58 AM

I drive with roof down mostly at night (too hot here)
with wind deflector makes the rear view mirror glaring from light from cars behind.
I'm thinking about the glass deflector from HARTGE

alan64 · 02-10-2010, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by godius

hahahaha "nuts in a ringer", EPIC!

yes godius and we both need to tell him that he not only is the most negative on every topic and argumentative, but also he bought the wrong color.

alan64 · 02-10-2010, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scott'sZ4

Right mel gibson... clever.. sorry i missed it!

if you hadnt chosen the wrong color, you might not have missed it. But you are upside down, so I guess thats the reason.

Vintage · 02-10-2010, 07:57 PM

how much is the Hartge jobber - it looks nice; even if it does not work it looks really cool

alan64 · 02-11-2010, 06:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scott'sZ4

Ahhh upside down, because im in australia at the bottom of the globe! Nice one!!! Two for Two!!

well Im glad that someone on here has finally met with your approval. I cant tell you how much that has improved my day.

flpnout · 02-13-2010, 01:44 AM

Here is a clear kind:
http://www.roadstersolutions.com/page69.html

08-06-2009, 01:57 AM	#1
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mav5125 Private First Class 36 Rep 133 Posts Drives: E89 Z4 35i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sydney, Australia iTrader: (0)	I definitely will be using it all year round with the top down. I did take one for a test drive but it had not wind deflector and with the windows down it was quite buffy in the cabin. I'm not sure if that's just me (as this is my first convertible) or it's usually like that in convertibles. I'm thinking that the wind deflector should eliminate almost all of the back draft in the cabin. It probably makes a big difference whether you have the windows up or down too. Might have to take one that has a wind deflector for a test drive. thanks for your comments. mav.
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08-06-2009, 04:31 AM	#4
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Z_Victor1 First Lieutenant 62 Rep 327 Posts Drives: 2022 G22 M440i 👍 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SouthEast UK iTrader: (0)	Is the Wind Deflector any good? Yes is the simple answer. Had the car now for 5 days.....WITH a Wind Deflector...and it DOES work as advertised.....but sheesh, it's no bargain at £205 + VAT (UK £, less a tickle of a discount) With ALL 4 windows UP & deflector UP, the turbulence in the cabin is minimised AND a normal conversation is no problem up to around 70 - 80mph. 80mph.....NO I never go THAT fast! I don't need it - no hair. Sweetheart has gallons of hair.....and to remain 'sweet' the WD is a must Surely, the best way to decide is to personally try it first on a demonstartor. Even then, you can order it AFTER delivery....it's not like M-Adaptive suspension which is not exactly an 'easy' aftermarket fit
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08-07-2009, 02:17 AM	#6
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