Leaked pictures of production Z4

I'm torn. From some angles I think it looks fantastic, and I'm a big fan of the interior. However I just can't agree with the front... it's not aggressive enough for my liking, and I really don't like the new lights.

I'd have preferred a front that more closely resembled a baby 8 series, as I think that looks awesome.
 
Think im in the like it camp, some of the pictures look unflattering but the recent ones of the M40i have got me keen again. I guess I will have to wait and see one in the flesh.
 
sars said:
Well I really like it and I know what car I shall be buying next :thumbsup:
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Well Sars me old girl, looks like just you and me buying one......give it 6 months we’ll get one for free the way it’s looking..... :wink:
 
john-e89 said:
sars said:
Well I really like it and I know what car I shall be buying next :thumbsup:
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Well Sars me old girl, looks like just you and me buying one......give it 6 months we’ll get one for free the way it’s looking..... :wink:
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Yes by June I hope to be placing an order for an M40i, so there may be some good discounting by then. That’s assuming Brexit has killed off my job by then :lol:
 
sars said:
john-e89 said:
sars said:
Well I really like it and I know what car I shall be buying next :thumbsup:
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Well Sars me old girl, looks like just you and me buying one......give it 6 months we’ll get one for free the way it’s looking..... :wink:
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Yes by June I hope to be placing an order for an M40i, so there may be some good discounting by then. That’s assuming Brexit has killed off my job by then :lol:
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Count me in also... if the finances/discounts work on the M40i I'm likely to sign on the dotted line................................
 
Quite like it but, looks a bit stumpy in general? Large overhangs, not a very squat/aggressive stance? Might look better in real life I guess. What's the timeline on these? When should I start hassling dealers :p
 
Found this latest update on the interweb...

The Z4 will be available with multiple powertrains. The base sDrive20i and sDrive30i will pack a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder reportedly with 180 hp and 250 hp respectively. The M40i will upgrade to a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six allegedly with 382 hp in the United States and 335 hp in Europe due to stricter emissions regulations. The range-topping version will also benefit from better brakes, adaptive dampers, and stickier tires. BMW won't build a dedicated M variant.

Inside, the Z4 will take cues from modern BMWs with a digital instrument cluster and wide infotainment screen next to it. The center console houses the gearshift, buttons to toggle some of the drive systems, and a dial for controlling the infotainment system.

Magna-Steyr will handle construction of the Z4 at its plant in Graz, Austria, and production will begin in late 2018. According to rumors, the range-topping variant will start at around $65,000 in the U.S. Look for the roadster to arrive in American showrooms in 2019.
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"3.0-liter turbocharged inline six ,335 hp in Europe due to stricter emissions regulations". Won't be any quicker than current models then I presume?
 
Looks good in the blue and I think wheel sizes will either make the looks or kill it depending on model spec, at least it will have the B58 so a decent engine, the side profile though makes it look lardy again, even more so than the E89 :( and I wonder if BMW will do the giant dealer contributions like they did with the E89 :D Problem is the top spec engine model will start to make it pricey so you may as well just go for a Boxster or Cayman. The FIAT front end is hilarious :lol:

Tim.
 
Nanu said:
"3.0-liter turbocharged inline six ,335 hp in Europe due to stricter emissions regulations". Won't be any quicker than current models then I presume?
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Only until someone works out how to replicate the US tune for the full 382 hp! :)
 
Now I've seen a video its better than I thought. Might be tempted to swap the 140i depending on PCP deals :?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WXYqKKhHTNE

Tim.
 
I enjoyed the video thanks - would liked to have seen inside the boot though, however a good informative video. Car's looking good :)
 
Marlon said:
I enjoyed the video thanks - would liked to have seen inside the boot though, however a good informative video. Car's looking good :)
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They didn't open the boot because it was full of Shmee's anti-smugness medication.
 
MrPT said:
Marlon said:
I enjoyed the video thanks - would liked to have seen inside the boot though, however a good informative video. Car's looking good :)
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They didn't open the boot because it was full of Shmee's anti-smugness medication.
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:D its very difficult to warm to the guy isn't it :)
 
Nanu said:
"3.0-liter turbocharged inline six ,335 hp in Europe due to stricter emissions regulations". Won't be any quicker than current models then I presume?
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4.6s 0-60 on the 382bhp version as well. So no probably not.

The stock 35is clocked a 4.4s 0-60 in evo mag.
 
Lots of sub 0 to 60 criticism going on.....is that the mark of a good sports car..? Does balance and feel have nothing to do with it? It’s not high the streets yet folks...give it a chance..... :lol:
 
0-60 times (or 0-62, very often confused) is with these powers completely dependant on how well TC/launch control is integrated, on what tyres the car is delivered etc.
If you want a 0-60 monster, buy a 4wd. that is no contest in real life situations.

How it gets out of a corner is much more important power wise. But to get fast out of a corner you first must have the nerve/skills to go fast into a corner. In that regard weight (or lack of it) is more important. :lol:
 
I’ll give anyone 10 thousand quid if they can utilise 335 bhp for 5 mins on our roads not including motorways or dual carriageways.... :wink:
 
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