Slight jutter/flutter when idle. Should I be concerned?

[Johnalexander]

Hi , I'm looking for advice. I've only just purchased a z4 so I don't have anything to compare the slight jutter when the engine is idle. It is smooth when moving through the gears and did not miss a heartbeat when tested on a long run. It's quite hard to explain but when idle every 5-10 seconds the car jutters very slightly. I had to put my hand on the gear stick to feel the slight movement as I didnt notice it initially. The rev counter moves a millimeter when this happens. The car was a weekend car for the previous owner. Any ideas? Should I be concerned , please be gentle as I'm still excited about the car.

Thanks

 

[Johnalexander]

I forgot to mention that no warning lights are on and previous service/mot had no mention of this.

 

[ESP]

Hi , I'm looking for advice. I've only just purchased a z4 so I don't have anything to compare the slight jutter when the engine is idle. It is smooth when moving through the gears and did not miss a heartbeat when tested on a long run. It's quite hard to explain but when idle every 5-10 seconds the car jutters very slightly. I had to put my hand on the gear stick to feel the slight movement as I didnt notice it initially. The rev counter moves a millimeter when this happens. The car was a weekend car for the previous owner. Any ideas? Should I be concerned , please be gentle as I'm still excited about the car.

Thanks

NOPE
Its been brought up loads on here before, my car does it too always has. Just a trate of the engine.

 

[Johnalexander]

Thanks.Is it work taking the car to a rolling road ? Can this be corrected?

 

[dhobbs]

Depending on the age and mileage you may need your spark plugs replaced.
Maybe put some v power fuel through it too. Most of all, enjoy it!

 

[Johnalexander]

I love it. Didn't even make any breakfast, just went out for a drive