BMW Z2 roadster details

SCOTT26 · 03-19-2009, 07:15 PM

Based on next generation 1er platform
Rear Wheel Drive
Coupe model under consideration
Lightweight , dynamic and sporty
Four Cylinder Twin Turbo Petrol as top model
High efficient four cylinders as alternatives
BMW eDrive full electric powered roadster .
No six cylinder engine , only turbo charged fours.
BMW Active aerodynamics - As learned from the GINA , Movable front spoiler , opening and closing intakes and Grille slats,
BMW Efficient Dynamics.
Compact Soft-Top with roof section folding in slats with rear window section folding flat and roof concertinaing into the hood compartment.
Allows for more trunk space.
Bonnet , door skins aluminium .
rear bootlid , front wings composite plastic.
BMW LED lighting Technology .

Roadster.

Coupe

BForbes · 03-19-2009, 07:22 PM

BRAVO! Hopefully we will see the concept before the end of this year. I did remember reading on GCZ that the next gen 1series and new Z2 will be quite edgy.

AW09M3 · 03-19-2009, 08:52 PM

Scott.. thank you for the information. I know you are close to BMW so I believe this has to be coming very soon. My dreams have come true!!!!!

Thanks scott

bigb135i · 03-19-2009, 08:59 PM

I love this concept and I would probably buy one assuming the pricepoint is right. But I wonder, in this economic climate, do you guys think a small roadster like this would sell? I'm already worried about the Z4 selling. Either way, if BMW did produce this car I would likely buy one.

JoosyJoos · 03-19-2009, 09:32 PM

Wow that thing is funky.

I bet it would sell. Think of the EPA ratings. And it would be an autocrossers dream if its actually light like they are saying.

blklacker · 03-20-2009, 12:32 AM

Put a N54 in that bad boy and I would preorder

blklacker · 03-20-2009, 12:36 AM

put a N54 in that little rocket and I would pre order

SoCali E36 · 03-20-2009, 12:39 AM

that looks pretty bad ass man i like it.

Remonster · 03-20-2009, 01:22 AM

Oh yes, that sounds perfect.

Robert · 03-20-2009, 02:53 AM

I wonder which is more a purist car, the new M version 1 series or a Z2 M coupe?

123d · 03-20-2009, 08:55 AM

I see a lot of cues from the 507:

daveI · 03-20-2009, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by 123d

I see a lot of cues from the 507:

Definitly!!! I like the forward facing front grill like the 507 and the 1970s BMWs. This car also reminds me of the mille concept car they put out that was a mix of the z4 and old BMWs of past. I have to say I love the thin headlamps too, but I could see alot of controversy with that. But so what, I think the overall package as working very well and a success for BMW on the books.

They just have to keep the car lightweight, easier said then done!

135Eye · 03-20-2009, 09:24 AM

This would be a soft top and hardtop variant sidebyside? Like the Z3 and current Z4? I also wouldn't mind seeing an M variant

BForbes · 03-20-2009, 12:56 PM

This is SUCH an s2000 replacement.

adc · 03-20-2009, 01:21 PM

The Coupe Will Be Mine!

If they made it now, I'd buy it today.

slipknot · 03-20-2009, 02:43 PM

that looks ridiculous , instead of making a SL and CL rival and a true supercar like SLR and Carrera GT , they are making stuff that no one is paying attention to anymore , a honda s2000 and mazda mx look alike mini stuff.....horrible a true horror Ill say

Jason · 03-20-2009, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BForbes

This is SUCH an s2000 replacement.

That would be my dream... BMW's version of the s2000, except with snails strapped to the engine

Alext · 03-20-2009, 07:23 PM

I like the look of the coupe. New Z4 is more mature, this is younger and more playful.

piezo · 03-20-2009, 07:54 PM

Dunno 'bout 507 cues, that's a whole different league AFAIC, but that coupe rendering is balls-out gorgeous...

BForbes · 03-20-2009, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Jason

That would be my dream... BMW's version of the s2000, except with snails strapped to the engine

The weight should really be in check too. I mean the base 2010 Z4 comes in at 3214. It would be really sad if BMW couldnt make a 2900lb little roadster. An MX-5 comes in around 2500lb...I think.

GnokGnik · 03-21-2009, 09:02 AM

Rear looks AMAZING in that rendering, but the front is way too funky for my taste. Looks like they used more of the solstice in that pic than anything else.

slipknot · 03-21-2009, 09:03 AM

it will look 100% different than that

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AW09M3 1addict, and proud 0 Rep 57 Posts Drives: M3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Irvine, CA iTrader: (0)	Scott.. thank you for the information. I know you are close to BMW so I believe this has to be coming very soon. My dreams have come true!!!!! Thanks scott
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bigb135i New Member 3 Rep 14 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	I love this concept and I would probably buy one assuming the pricepoint is right. But I wonder, in this economic climate, do you guys think a small roadster like this would sell? I'm already worried about the Z4 selling. Either way, if BMW did produce this car I would likely buy one.
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slipknot Lieutenant 15 Rep 413 Posts Drives: omega 2.5 Join Date: May 2008 Location: rotterdam iTrader: (0)	that looks ridiculous , instead of making a SL and CL rival and a true supercar like SLR and Carrera GT , they are making stuff that no one is paying attention to anymore , a honda s2000 and mazda mx look alike mini stuff.....horrible a true horror Ill say __________________ thats a huge bitch
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piezo unstratified 1 Rep 162 Posts Drives: '07 335i Coupe Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: New England iTrader: (0)	Dunno 'bout 507 cues, that's a whole different league AFAIC, but that coupe rendering is balls-out gorgeous...
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GnokGnik Captain 17 Rep 936 Posts Drives: E92 335i, 997 C2S Join Date: May 2008 Location: SoCal iTrader: (0)	Rear looks AMAZING in that rendering, but the front is way too funky for my taste. Looks like they used more of the solstice in that pic than anything else.
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