Coupe vs Roadster

[Mr Tidy]

Approx same number of ///M roadsters as ///M coupes in the UK.

Strange that, as the prices are worlds apart - which does make the Roadster and hardtop option look appealing! :lol:

 

[Papa_Zee]

My advice, get a roadster with the hardtop for the best of both worlds (or at least 90% of it)

If only I had somewhere to store the hardtop I might be tempted by that idea - but as I don't it'd probably end up staying on all year! :lol:

Very true because spiders love it in the hardtop outdoors! I have it in its pouch on a stand and in the garage.

 

[Jembo]

My advice, get a roadster with the hardtop for the best of both worlds (or at least 90% of it)

If only I had somewhere to store the hardtop I might be tempted by that idea - but as I don't it'd probably end up staying on all year! :lol:

Very true because spiders love it in the hardtop outdoors! I have it in its pouch on a stand and in the garage.

I know what to get you for Xmas then

 

[Papa_Zee]

If only I had somewhere to store the hardtop I might be tempted by that idea - but as I don't it'd probably end up staying on all year! :lol:

Very true because spiders love it in the hardtop outdoors! I have it in its pouch on a stand and in the garage.

I know what to get you for Xmas then

Ggaaaaaarrrggghhhhh!!!

 

[Papa_Zee]

Z4M collection day today!

Happy as Larry

 

[Mr Tidy]

Looks lovely in Imola Red.

Enjoy!

 

[Jembo]

Very tasty

 

[Papa_Zee]

Thanks guys,

I will get more proper pics up as time permits

 

[Papa_Zee]

roadster looks better in the non m versions, the coupe looks better in the m? discuss.....but all look good and are ageing timelessly

Yeah Mmm the Roadster doesn’t look good in M version.... Not sure I agree

 

[Papa_Zee]

Roadster owners will say the roadster is better, coupe owners will say the coupe is better. The important thing to remember is that the roadster owners are wrong.

I am of course joking, both have their merits. If you've owned a roadster for some time why not try something different - ie a coupe. If you don't like it in 12 months time then just trade in again!

As for cabin space, I'm 6 foot I don't have any problems in mine, and that's with the sports seats, although I do have the seat as far back as it goes. I think I'm right in saying the coupe has slightly more cabin height than the roadster (obviously only with roof up - otherwise it's unlimited!).

Would love to try a Coupe one day but I really am unable to imagine life worth living without my Z4MR....

I tried but no.... one must have a roadster in one's life, sorry!

 

[BeeEmm]

Some people like Bluefin Tuna and others prefer fried Cod (with the top cut of). It's just a matter of taste.

 

[montymog]

i think roofless has got it spot on btw cracking name for a roadster driver

 

[buzyg]

roadster looks better in the non m versions, the coupe looks better in the m? discuss.....but all look good and are ageing timelessly

Yeah Mmm the Roadster doesn’t look good in M version.... Not sure I agree

That looks good enough to eat. 8)

 

[Phil Jones]

Just bought a red 2007 Coupe. Would not consider a roadster here in wet Oregon. And on the various forums, roadster owners seem to have lots of roof problems. Coupes seem very rare out here. But beautiful.
Phil Jones

 

[shuey]

Coupe all day every day. I would be biased though.. something about that enclosed hunkered down feel I love... unless we’re talking about a folding metal roof. As long as driver dynamics don’t suffer, I’d consider folding hardtops.

Would have bought an e89 had it not been for the not so great driver dynamics compared to an e86...

 

[Thunderous One]

There are many roadsters but few coupes
The best way to get your money back would be via the coupe (should you need to sell)
Many roadsters, in general have a slightly generic appearance, but the coupe is truly a unique looking car
I purchased my coupe 5 months ago, given the options I had, I have not for a moment ever regretted the decision
There are only 250 in the country so they are a rare sight on the road.
They certainly get the looks and passing bids

 

[Mr Tidy]

There are only 250 in the country so they are a rare sight on the road.

I think you've missed a 0 out - the UK got more like 2,500 Coupes. Mind you that is still quite a low number!

A forum member put this database together - it lets you while away hours playing with different colours and options! :lol:

It doesn't work as a link - just copy and paste it into your browser:- http://perso.numericable.fr/tonyz4c

 

[tee.gilding]

I'm tall (6'4") with a coupe and it's got plenty of space, legroom and headroom. Just get the seat set up right and you shouldn't have any problems. Unless you're 7'5"...