Bimmers do not necessarily equal status symbol for many serious drivers. BMW happens to make pretty good cars. They have become overpriced in the recent years though and when I got the S, the decision on it over the Z4 2.5 was obvious. The Z4 3.0 may be another story, especially if you can get a ton of money off from MSRP. Throw in a ssk and it'll shift almost as nice as the S. Good luck.

 

Since the Z4 came out I've been wondering if I'll ever like its shape.

The M version seems like it is a terrific car, but I just think it is completely butt ugly. Sorry. I could never live with a Z4. Too bad.

 

I hear ya. It's a good design, but not a beautiful design. When I bought my '95 Integra GSR, it wasn't the best looking car out there but I knew it drove great. Does the driving experience with the Z4 alone worth it? To me I could learn to live with it.

 

OK! Thanks for all replies, and all are valid.

As I am already a BMW owner of a E46 320d, I have an idea what BMW are about.

BMWs are great cars, with focus on driving pleasure, comfort & luxury if you willing to pay.

BUT they are also expensive to buy and more to keep. Honda could teach a thing or two on long term reliability.

As I said I do love my S but sometimes I wonder if its time to move on. And I like to stay in a open top roadster! So my options are limited either to the Z4, the Boxster or the Merc SLK.

Saying that I have not excluded the AP2 at all, in fact until I test drive the others its still my number one choice.

 

OK! Thanks for all replies, and all are valid.

As I am already a BMW owner of a E46 320d, I have an idea what BMW are about.

BMWs are great cars, with focus on driving pleasure, comfort & luxury if you willing to pay.

BUT they are also expensive to buy and more to keep. Honda could teach a thing or two on long term reliability.

As I said I do love my S but sometimes I wonder if its time to move on. And I like to stay in a open top roadster! So my options are limited either to the Z4, the Boxster or the Merc SLK.

Saying that I have not excluded the AP2 at all, in fact until I test drive the others its still my number one choice.

Today I am going to my local dealership, and have a look.

I will keep you posted.

Thanks again.

Jes

 

if ur gonna change get the m otherwise slap on a comptech s/c

 

The 3.0si has 255 hp. It should be sufficient for DD and occassional spirited driving.

The SLK350 and Z4 M are both in the $50k territory. A lil too expensive for a tiny roadster.

 

JMHO, but I drove several roadsters before buying my S2000, including the 3.0 Z4, and I was surprised how badly the BMW handled, comparatively speaking. It was powerful, but I found it really unbalanced, and this after I was prepared to love the car based on amenities, etc., and experience with other BMWs (like the M3). Very disappointing.

Based on power, handling, comfort, and practicality, I think the next car up from the S2000 is the Boxster S ($$$ not too different from a well-equipped Z4, I think).

 

I agree on the next car up!

I really want a V6, 6L, H6 with sequential gearbox next because I do 95% city driving.

 

5'12"???

Z4 is a nice car. For me I can't stand the looks and it doesn't have the same responsiveness that the S is so well known for. Also I feel like it is overpriced...

I do feel that it is a great car though and one you might be happy with if you don't agree with me in the above areas.....go for it.