Presenting the BMW Z4 LCI Facelift - Page 7 - New 2009 2010 BMW Z4

ChRR1000S · 02-14-2013, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by itf joegun

Yesterday I ordered a Z4 Sdrive35is exactly in the configuration presented above in that thread. The car will replace my Space Grey M3 E92 (MT) in July.

I drove one yesterday and directly ordered it...

I am really looking forward to get the car and be a part of the Z4 community. As you can see by clicking the signature picture below, before the M I owned a Alpina Roadster S, which is a Z4 E85 with an Alpina power plant.

What I missed the most in that three years of having the M was really the opportunity to drive without a roof. I needed some time to realize that, but now I am back!

Welcome

Space grey would´ve been my second choice, it is a great colour

morfinx · 02-14-2013, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by itf joegun

Yesterday I ordered a Z4 Sdrive35is exactly in the configuration presented above in that thread. The car will replace my Space Grey M3 E92 (MT) in July.

I drove one yesterday and directly ordered it...

I am really looking forward to get the car and be a part of the Z4 community. As you can see by clicking the signature picture below, before the M I owned a Alpina Roadster S, which is a Z4 E85 with an Alpina power plant.

What I missed the most in that three years of having the M was really the opportunity to drive without a roof. I needed some time to realize that, but now I am back!

Congrats and welcome

nicknaz · 02-14-2013, 12:31 PM

I agree that for the sticker price the Z is expensive for what you are getting, but that's what negotiation is for

It is possible to get a Z4 35 for similar cost as a 335 coupe

morfinx · 02-14-2013, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by nicknaz

I agree that for the sticker price the Z is expensive for what you are getting, but that's what negotiation is for

It is possible to get a Z4 35 for similar cost as a 335 coupe

Shirley not? There's something like a 10k difference in price. You must be hell of a negotiator

nicknaz · 02-14-2013, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by morfinx

Shirley not? There's something like a 10k difference in price. You must be hell of a negotiator

It was more timing than anything, since my car has a 12/11 build date and I got it off the lot 6/12

Jay60642 · 02-14-2013, 07:20 PM

Actually, I pay $40/month less on my 2011 Z4 3.0 than my partner pays for his 2011 328 xDrive coupe. We both lease. I am negotiating a deal right now that is for a $57,500 2013 Z4 for under $500/month and about $3000 at signing.Try doing that with any 2013 3-series in Chicago (we have crazy taxes).

Mr. ///M3 RD · 03-05-2013, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by krnnerdboy

The 2 best looking cars in bmw's entire lineup are the z4 and e92 m3.

Well said

I was fortunate to drive both and might just go back someday to this Z4 I do like the two color combination.

itf joegun · 03-15-2013, 02:43 PM

Did somebody also notice that the paddels in the LCI model now are the same than in the newer F-Models? I just noticed that in the catalogue the left paddle is for downshifts and the right one for upshifts. This is the same with the M135i and my F11. It seems they changed it for the Facelift, which was not the baddest idea I would say...

DslDwg · 03-28-2013, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by itf joegun

Did somebody also notice that the paddels in the LCI model now are the same than in the newer F-Models? I just noticed that in the catalogue the left paddle is for downshifts and the right one for upshifts. This is the same with the M135i and my F11. It seems they changed it for the Facelift, which was not the baddest idea I would say...

I don't know when this started I test drove a 2013 and it already had this feature. Sooooo much better than the previous set-up.

ManiacGT · 03-28-2013, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by DslDwg

I don't know when this started I test drove a 2013 and it already had this feature. Sooooo much better than the previous set-up.

See I don't get why left and right doing only one thing is better. Might be perhaps if you're used to it. But I have the original paddles and the ability to up or down shift with left or right hands I find quite helpful.

DslDwg · 03-28-2013, 11:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ManiacGT

See I don't get why left and right doing only one thing is better. Might be perhaps if you're used to it. But I have the original paddles and the ability to up or down shift with left or right hands I find quite helpful.

I've got the push pulls on my 335i the new style just seems more naturally intuitive. I didn't mean to suggest it would be better for everyone, certainly better for me.

itf joegun · 03-29-2013, 01:14 AM

I had it on my old 330i with SMG for some years. It was ok, but as Dsldwg said, I found it more intuitive on my wifes F11. In the end it is personal preference...I personally like the new style more, especially because in stress situations on the track or similar, I sometimes happens that I mixed it up, so a fewer possibilities for errors with the new style.

DslDwg · 03-31-2013, 01:03 AM

So last week I joined the club.

Put my order in for my 2014 Z4 35is ED. Basically I bought the same car as the LCI press car. Valencia Orange with the contrasting black top. Now just waiting to hear back when we're going to Europe to pick it up. Can not wait!

itf joegun · 03-31-2013, 01:53 AM

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Originally Posted by DslDwg

So last week I joined the club.

Put my order in for my 2014 Z4 35is ED. Basically I bought the same car as the LCI press car. Valencia Orange with the contrasting black top. Now just waiting to hear back when we're going to Europe to pick it up. Can not wait!

I also ordered the same car. Delivery in the World will be on 2013-07-02...

Crazykoh · 04-01-2013, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by itf joegun

Did somebody also notice that the paddels in the LCI model now are the same than in the newer F-Models? I just noticed that in the catalogue the left paddle is for downshifts and the right one for upshifts. This is the same with the M135i and my F11. It seems they changed it for the Facelift, which was not the baddest idea I would say...

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Originally Posted by DslDwg

I don't know when this started I test drove a 2013 and it already had this feature. Sooooo much better than the previous set-up.

The new style started in the 2012 model year.

itf joegun · 04-01-2013, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Crazykoh

The new style started in the 2012 model year.

thx!

z4z4z4 · 04-01-2013, 01:32 PM

I downshift only with the left side, 11 year habit with e46m3, instead of pushing with my thumb I wedge my two middle fingers between the wheel and pull paddle to effect the push toward the dashboard. There's a strange word. Dashboard. I'll have to google that one.

Gotta be unique......sometimes weird, but unique. haha.

ManiacGT · 04-01-2013, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by z4z4z4

I downshift only with the left side, 11 year habit with e46m3, instead of pushing with my thumb I wedge my two middle fingers between the wheel and pull paddle to effect the push toward the dashboard. There's a strange word. Dashboard. I'll have to google that one.

Gotta be unique......sometimes weird, but unique. haha.

Dashboard is quite literally that. It was a board/plank of wood, on a carriage (as in pulled by horses) that deflected debris from hitting the driver. It was later used to place carriage furniture upon (lamps and other essentials) and as it was the panel in front of the driver, it evolved to the item we have today that holds the equipment directly in front of the driver.

03-15-2013, 02:43 PM	#140
itf joegun Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW M3 E92 6MT, F11 535i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Rhineland Palatinate - Germany Posts: 254 iTrader: (0)	Did somebody also notice that the paddels in the LCI model now are the same than in the newer F-Models? I just noticed that in the catalogue the left paddle is for downshifts and the right one for upshifts. This is the same with the M135i and my F11. It seems they changed it for the Facelift, which was not the baddest idea I would say... __________________ Best regards, Jochen Click signature for current and previous cars.

03-29-2013, 01:14 AM	#144
itf joegun Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW M3 E92 6MT, F11 535i Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Rhineland Palatinate - Germany Posts: 254 iTrader: (0)	I had it on my old 330i with SMG for some years. It was ok, but as Dsldwg said, I found it more intuitive on my wifes F11. In the end it is personal preference...I personally like the new style more, especially because in stress situations on the track or similar, I sometimes happens that I mixed it up, so a fewer possibilities for errors with the new style. __________________ Best regards, Jochen Click signature for current and previous cars.

04-01-2013, 01:32 PM	#149
z4z4z4 First Lieutenant Drives: 2002 M3, 2011 Z4, & her 740Li Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: mild mediterranean breezes Posts: 385 iTrader: (1)	I downshift only with the left side, 11 year habit with e46m3, instead of pushing with my thumb I wedge my two middle fingers between the wheel and pull paddle to effect the push toward the dashboard. There's a strange word. Dashboard. I'll have to google that one. Gotta be unique......sometimes weird, but unique. haha. __________________

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02-14-2013, 12:31 PM	#135
nicknaz Colonel Drives: 2012 Z4 35i Join Date: May 2008 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 2,108 iTrader: (0)	I agree that for the sticker price the Z is expensive for what you are getting, but that's what negotiation is for It is possible to get a Z4 35 for similar cost as a 335 coupe

02-14-2013, 07:20 PM	#138
Jay60642 Private Drives: Z4 3.0 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 57 iTrader: (0)	Actually, I pay $40/month less on my 2011 Z4 3.0 than my partner pays for his 2011 328 xDrive coupe. We both lease. I am negotiating a deal right now that is for a $57,500 2013 Z4 for under $500/month and about $3000 at signing.Try doing that with any 2013 3-series in Chicago (we have crazy taxes).

03-31-2013, 01:03 AM	#145
DslDwg New Member Drives: 2010 BMW 335i x-drive Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 13 iTrader: (0)	So last week I joined the club. Put my order in for my 2014 Z4 35is ED. Basically I bought the same car as the LCI press car. Valencia Orange with the contrasting black top. Now just waiting to hear back when we're going to Europe to pick it up. Can not wait!