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Finally seen one in person in the UK!!

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Post by J400uk » Sun Dec 16, 2018 6:53 pm

Couldn't quite believe my luck this morning when I discovered that BMW UK had the new Z4 display outside their office for the PistonHeads Sunday Service! I've had my M40i on order for a couple of months now but haven't yet seen one in person, so was great to finally check it out :D

Looked to be the sDrive30i M Sport in Misano Blue, but possibly not final UK-spec as it was on 19s but didn't have the full M Sport Plus package. I spent a long time fanboying over it and really liked the car. Fully lived up to all my expectations and looks fab in person. Interior is super nice too with great comfort and loads of toys. I'm now more excited than ever for mine turning up next year :driving:


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Post by Marlon » Sun Dec 16, 2018 7:28 pm

Cheers for posting - I'm looking forward to seeing one in the flesh too after all this 2D exposure
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Post by firebobby » Sun Dec 16, 2018 7:59 pm

Spotted one a good month or so ago, they look better in the skin.
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Post by flimper » Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:23 pm

Can I ask how old you are OP? Because I saw it today and really disliked it, but maybe that's because it's aimed at people much younger than I am!
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Post by J400uk » Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:34 pm

I’m 28

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Post by Tinker15 » Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:53 pm

flimper wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:23 pm Can I ask how old you are OP? Because I saw it today and really disliked it, but maybe that's because it's aimed at people much younger than I am!
I don’t think it is entirely an age thing. I’m over 70 and quite like it. I’m not so sure about the new 3 Series.
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Post by Ewazix » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:05 pm

Sorry I'm not getting it, maybe it's the shot angles but it reminds me of a Merc C class cabriolet :(
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Post by Trav » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:08 pm

The styling looks a little busy to me and a bit lardy on the rear end. Maybe just the corner angled pictures though. The side picture of the red one on BMW's web page looks the biz so I bet it is great in the flesh. The interior looks class. What colour has the OP ordered?
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Post by 2dogs » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:11 pm

No roof :thumbsdown: :wink:
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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:28 pm

I saw it at BMW today as well, and I'm not a fan either (but I'm also getting on)!

The colour was the best bit - to me it just looked a bit blobby with a high waistline and too wide.

And as 2dogs said, no roof! :roll:

Perhaps Toyota will do a bit better!
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Post by J400uk » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:30 pm

Trav wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:08 pm What colour has the OP ordered?
Mine will be Sapphire Black with Ivory White leather, should be a pretty nice combo hopefully!

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Post by Dav the wheel nut » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:37 pm

Ewazix wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:05 pm Sorry I'm not getting it, maybe it's the shot angles but it reminds me of a Merc C class cabriolet :(
That proves they're aimed at the younger person :poke:

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Post by Ewazix » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:41 pm

Ewazix wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:05 pm Sorry I'm not getting it, maybe it's the shot angles but it reminds me of a Merc C class cabriolet :(
I'm checking myself here now, I distinctly remember thinking the e85 was weird and messy when it was released but it gets better and better against newer models in my eyes. The new one might grow on us doubters? :|
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Post by Trav » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:55 pm

J400uk wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:30 pm
Trav wrote: Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:08 pm What colour has the OP ordered?
Mine will be Sapphire Black with Ivory White leather, should be a pretty nice combo hopefully!
Spot on. If everyone went triple black the roads would be a dull place.
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Post by Tinker15 » Sun Dec 16, 2018 9:55 pm

Could it be that the majority of posters on this thread didn’t get the e89 either? :?
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