Z4 or 335?

kylemanta · 06-21-2009, 07:15 PM

Looking for some feedback. I had a 06 Z4 that I loved (my first convertible). I then returned it off lease for a 08 335, fully loaded and upgraded with the Dinan Stage 2 software. I like the added space and love the car, but it's not a Z. My dealer can get me into a loaded Z3 35 for the same monthly payment. What are your thoughts on staying 335 for the extra space or going back to the Z4 for the experience?

Z4 Beemer · 06-22-2009, 01:27 PM

I had the old Z4 back in 2004 for 2 years, then went for an E92 325i coupe that I ran for 2 and a half years. The coupe is a terrific car and I really loved it, but it doesn't have the "special" Z factor that the new Z4 has.

At the moment I'm liking not having rear seats and a large luggage space.

The new Z4 is a more focussed car, and you really feel part of the driving experience.

Two different cars, so it really comes down to what you want from a car. Good luck in choosing!

strider41 · 06-22-2009, 03:50 PM

I've driven the new Z4. Z4 is a good looking and nice as a daily driver and weekend cruiser/tourer. E92 is also a good looking and nice daily driver that is more practical because of the extra space for touring and long distance trips. One nice feature of the 335 is the fold down rear seats that lets me transport my road bike. Performance wise, the Z4 may be a tad faster 0-60 but I like the ride and handling better on the 335.

Shakal · 06-23-2009, 02:36 AM

If you don't need extra space I would take Z4. E92 is nice coupe, but driving Z4 is completly different and feels much more special. You need some time to adapt on Z4, but when you do that, its perfect car. Besides that, E92 will recieve a face lift by end of the year, so it is getting a little old... Also interior is in Z4 much better too.

jlstyle · 06-23-2009, 03:23 AM

335. No brainer.
If you miss the roadster, there are other cars that can do much better than z4 at cheaper cost.

mimsterzx7r · 06-28-2009, 02:05 PM

I'm assuming your comparing the 335 vert vs. the Z4?
If so then I say go with the 335. Its a great car for what it is, fast sleek and comfortable with space.

The new Z4 is impressive I just can't get over the fact that I can't fit some golf clubs in the trunk with the top down, at least you can put your clubs in the back seat of the 335 with the top down.

I have an M roadster and the fact that I could fit a touring bag in the trunk with the top down sealed the deal.

Alext · 06-28-2009, 11:25 PM

The 135i can do what a 335i can do in terms of performance (actually slightly better as it is lighter) with comparable levels of luxury and comfort (at least for front occupants) for cheaper.

06-21-2009, 07:15 PM	#1
kylemanta Enlisted Member 7 Rep 46 Posts Drives: 15 435GC / 18 440GC Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	Z4 or 335? Looking for some feedback. I had a 06 Z4 that I loved (my first convertible). I then returned it off lease for a 08 335, fully loaded and upgraded with the Dinan Stage 2 software. I like the added space and love the car, but it's not a Z. My dealer can get me into a loaded Z3 35 for the same monthly payment. What are your thoughts on staying 335 for the extra space or going back to the Z4 for the experience? __________________ [B] 18 440GC MSport, 15 435GC MSport Dinan S4 & Turbos 14 335GT MSport Dinan S2, 13 335 MSport MPPK & Exhaust Dinan S2 11 X6 xDrive50 MSport Dinan S2, 09 Z4 sDrive35 Sport Dinan S2, Many More
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06-22-2009, 01:27 PM	#2
Z4 Beemer Colonel 84 Rep 2,353 Posts Drives: 2009 Z4 sDrive 23i Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Glasgow, Scotland, UK iTrader: (0) Garage List 2006 E92 [0.00] 2004 Z4 2.2i [8.00]	I had the old Z4 back in 2004 for 2 years, then went for an E92 325i coupe that I ran for 2 and a half years. The coupe is a terrific car and I really loved it, but it doesn't have the "special" Z factor that the new Z4 has. At the moment I'm liking not having rear seats and a large luggage space. The new Z4 is a more focussed car, and you really feel part of the driving experience. Two different cars, so it really comes down to what you want from a car. Good luck in choosing! __________________ E89 Z4 sDrive 23i... for the more discerning driver
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06-22-2009, 03:50 PM	#3
strider41 Private First Class 5 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 335 E92 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Alexandria, VA iTrader: (0)	I've driven the new Z4. Z4 is a good looking and nice as a daily driver and weekend cruiser/tourer. E92 is also a good looking and nice daily driver that is more practical because of the extra space for touring and long distance trips. One nice feature of the 335 is the fold down rear seats that lets me transport my road bike. Performance wise, the Z4 may be a tad faster 0-60 but I like the ride and handling better on the 335. __________________ 08 E92 335i, Crimson Red, Black Leather, Aluminum, Premium, Sport, Step, Paddles, Heated seats, IPOD/USB and HD radio. Last edited by strider41; 06-23-2009 at 09:03 PM..
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06-23-2009, 02:36 AM	#4
Shakal Second Lieutenant 5 Rep 200 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Europe iTrader: (0)	If you don't need extra space I would take Z4. E92 is nice coupe, but driving Z4 is completly different and feels much more special. You need some time to adapt on Z4, but when you do that, its perfect car. Besides that, E92 will recieve a face lift by end of the year, so it is getting a little old... Also interior is in Z4 much better too.
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06-23-2009, 03:23 AM	#5
jlstyle Lieutenant Colonel 355 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: Porsche Panamera Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 Audi S7 [0.00] 2015 BMW X5 [0.00]	335. No brainer. If you miss the roadster, there are other cars that can do much better than z4 at cheaper cost.
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06-28-2009, 02:05 PM	#6
mimsterzx7r Private First Class 5 Rep 161 Posts Drives: 07 M Roadster, 03 Pathfinder Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (0)	I'm assuming your comparing the 335 vert vs. the Z4? If so then I say go with the 335. Its a great car for what it is, fast sleek and comfortable with space. The new Z4 is impressive I just can't get over the fact that I can't fit some golf clubs in the trunk with the top down, at least you can put your clubs in the back seat of the 335 with the top down. I have an M roadster and the fact that I could fit a touring bag in the trunk with the top down sealed the deal.
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06-28-2009, 11:25 PM	#7
Alext Banned 138 Rep 2,042 Posts Drives: B M W Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Everest iTrader: (2)	The 135i can do what a 335i can do in terms of performance (actually slightly better as it is lighter) with comparable levels of luxury and comfort (at least for front occupants) for cheaper.
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