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Always loved the looks of the E89 but never really liked driving it and I drove every engine from the 23i of the first to the 35is. I think the balance feels a bit better on the new 4cyl turbos. But all in all I just didnt get the feeling right with the Z4 E89. I think the old model, especially the Coupe was a better drivers car hope the new one will go back to this.
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Dude, wrong car, get w/ the prg, we're talking about the E89 here. "Chevy Nova" lmao, what does that make the 1-series then? Also, what's w/ S2000 drivers? This one douche at a BMW dealership I was visiting just exclaimed out of nowhere "the Z4 is the UGLIEST car I've ever seen!!!". Out of nowhere speaking to some imaginary audience. Talk about crazy inferiority/insecurity issues.
Anyway, onto better discussions... I'm pretty darn objective. I LOVED the E85/E86 and its compactness. They should've refined it more, w/ the E89's front and revised E85/86 back. Convertible ftn is cool and all but I would give that away for a lighter/more solid coupe. When I was in the mkt the E89 was the best choice available for me so it's all good but like some posters stated, it's a bit too expensive for its stats. Not looking forward to the Z5 due to the lousy ragtop but we'll see. Last edited by tranquility; 09-05-2016 at 03:49 PM.. |
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09-07-2016, 12:35 PM | #94 | |
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Both Z4s (E85/86 and E89) are very nice-looking cars, so no idea how anyone can say they are UGLY. For some (sane) ppl they might have different tastes and prefer other styles, but to say UGLY? LMAO. |
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Even Jeremy Clarkson, a reviewer of legendary harshness, said nice things about the look of the E85:
http://www.speedguide.net/forums/sho...-Z4-M-Roadster |
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09-08-2016, 09:05 PM | #97 |
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I put that on the fact the compared 35i to Boxster S. How can you compare mid range model(performance wise) to the top of line model. It wasn't apples to apples unfortunately.
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09-09-2016, 12:19 AM | #99 | |
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Dunno about you guys but I never Xshopped w/ the Boxster as the ragtop sucks, so no idea about any price diffs. However, the Cayman was WAAAY outta price range so one cannot consider them to be in the same class. The Porsche better be better as it costs way more. |
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At this point, you either love the z4 or think its meh. z4 drivers are unique and love art+performance. z4 is absolutely capable of kicking ass with less than 1k on the motor and 2k on suspension.
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I've owned 3 M3s (2xe36 and currently a e92) and a bunch of other BMWs, I bought the Z4 for my wife but have absolutely fell in love with it. I love the looks, the motor, the trans and the drive. I'm not sure it would be my pick as a track car, but IMHO it wasn't built for that. The IS motor is so torquey and easy to drive at all RPMs and the DCT shifts flawlessly.
I find myself driving it anytime I get permission to do so.
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I have owned sports cars cars for quite while. Some of the best ones were not praised by the reviewers. It takes more than an hour or two to appreciate all the benefits of the E89. I tried to like the E85 and the Boxster but they did not work as well for me. In some cases I personally think that BMW put the wrong tires and wheels on some of the E89s. Also the DCS and the adaptive suspension can sometimes be too smart for their own good. When in doubt, use sport or sport +. The E89 has a learning curve if you want to drive hard, while some others make you look good right away. Enjoy |
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its a convertible roadster with over 300hp. over 360 with a chip and 400 with fmic/downpipes and stage 2. its quite a beast and i'm sure you'll love it if you had it for a while. Also, bitches like z4's and after they ride in one, they love it.
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And I'm guessing more people think like me, given the take rate on the E89...
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09-18-2016, 10:21 AM | #107 |
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Yep. Someone like you would love it after a kw3, rims, and chip. Most people wouldn't want to be in a luxury roadster due to the inconvenience on wallet/lifestyle/kids/etc. I do agree a true roadster e85/boxster/cayman serve their purpose but they are not comfortable like the e89. If I could, i'd have a f80, z4, and gt4 in my garage
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It does feel much heavier due to the size as well.
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