Overview & Reviews
The all-new Z4 roadster picks up where the Z3 left off. Well, sort of. There's no coupe version this time around. And the jury is still out on whether the Z4's "flame-surfaced" body is a welcome replacement for its predecessor's sexy corporate styling. In other respects, the newcomer offers much to like -- a more rigid chassis, a real glass rear window and, starting in the spring of 2003, a Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) like the one in the M3. All in all, the driving experience is exhilarating -- so if you can get past the styling and come up with the requisite cash, you know where this one belongs on your test drive list.
- Superb road manners, plenty of standard technology and safety features, range of transmission choices, brand cachet.
User Reviews:
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2003 BMW Z4 Premium/Sport Everything Rvw - 2003 BMW Z4
By Jermy1304 - August 20 - 9:39 pmI was shopping for a sports car and shortly after driving this car I fell in love with it. The handling is amazing and its got some "get up and go". I will warn you, IT IS A HIGH MAINTENANCE VEHICLE. I bought it 4 months ago with 62k and have had to do 10x as much work as I ever did on my Toyota Tacoma in 2 years. Convertible top doesnt work, Tire sensors were malfunctioning, Turn signal went out, Windshield Wipers malfunctioned, cant jack it up because it is so low, inconvenient access to almost everything, chews up tires because negative camber is set at 3% stock (change to 2% at next alignment )...and still, I am planning to buy a 2009 Z4 because they are THAT FUN! Warning: Chick Magnet.
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Best car Id ever had - 2003 BMW Z4
By Luis Martin - June 21 - 2:00 amThis is my third BMW and my third sports car. I had two corvettes in the past. This car is totally unbelievable, a dream to drive and look at.Powerfull yet comfortable. Easy access to all the bottoms and gadgets. Sleek design in and out.Best car in the market for the price.
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Smile on my face - 2003 BMW Z4
By DickP - May 27 - 2:56 pmI have had this car for 6 years and I still cant get over how much fun it is to drive. I rented a Corvette on vacation and couldnt believe the difference. The Z is fast, refined and nimble, the Corvette was fast, loud and didnt handle as well as my 1961 Corvair. The only car I have seen that would make me want to trade it is the 2010 Z with the twin Turbo. That has to be scary fast.
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First model year blues - 2003 BMW Z4
By Mike W - May 4 - 10:10 amI bought the car in January to just drive in good weather. While the car is fun to drive, it only gets 20mpg on premium. In 4 months I replaced the valve cover, oil pan and oil filter gaskets. My mechanic said this is nothing out of the ordinary. The drivers air bag light will not turn off, 5 other sensors do not function, the side mirror control does not work, the drink holders do not come out, the radio and single disk CD player have problems, etc. I wrote to BMW given these are non-mileage issues and no response. I was used to Nissan "Z" cars that go and go with no problems. What a disappointment.
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Perfection at its Best ... - 2003 BMW Z4
By jchen - May 4 - 10:00 amI looked really hard at the Boxster and the CLK430, but I finally decided on the Z4. The overall feel and drive of the car is absolutely thrilling, yes even more so than the Corvette and the Boxster Type S! Ive had this car for about a month and I love every moment. Its such a great experience that I try to find any excuse to go out take my Z4 for a spin. So if youre looking for a (great looking) car that has everything and is priced reasonably, then the Z4 is for you.
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Still Like it After 6 Years - 2003 BMW Z4
By Uncle Dan - May 3 - 8:36 pmThis is my second review. First one was in 2005 when it was 2 years old. Now has 38,000 miles. Reliability has been good - no problems. Maintenance costs high, but its a BMW. Great road car. Handles superbly and engine and manual transmission match perfectly.
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my Z4 - 2003 BMW Z4
By jose mendez - March 17 - 10:00 amIm in love with my Z4, its comfortable, fast, controllable, and elegant. I love seeing everyones jaws drop seeing me in it. Never have I had a car so nice. If youre thinking about getting a car, get a Z4 for the ultimate luxury sports car and an affordable price.
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the best ever - 2003 BMW Z4
By Mom of four - December 15 - 10:00 amI have had sport cars in the past, never this quality nor with this performance. Getting on to the freeway is a breeze now, getting over in the right lane to get off is the same. The handling is tight and the car just hugs the road in turns. The best part is how fun it is to drive. Everybody I know wants a ride, they want to drive it....not happening! I have too much fun driving it myself. Never in my 40 plus years have I ever had something I enjoyed driving as much as this! Sigh me mother of four and its my turn!
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BMW Z4 Driving Review - 2003 BMW Z4
By schwartz - December 15 - 10:00 amZ4 BMW is by far the best sports car I have ever driven. The 3.0 has excellent power while still offering tremendous fuel economy. A recent 6 hour trip on interstate highways yielded 30.1 mpg. My Z4 is equipped with the Navigation System and On-board computer, so the mileage reading was exact. Average speed was about 56 MPH with jaunts up to 80 MPH staying with traffic (had to hold back..the Z4 wants to go!). The Z4 is solid as a rock, with no body vibration and sticks like glue to the road surfaces (rough and smooth alike). Also, I love the style and scalloped side panels. Somewhat reminiscent of the 50s and 60s early Corvettes. I love this baby!
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Excellent all the way around - 2003 BMW Z4
By JimQ - December 7 - 12:27 pmIve driven mine across the country and its superb in all respects -- fun, reliable, great gas mileage, great performance, all ways. Even though its small, it has good storage space and excellent driving compartment space. Gas mileage on the road is 34-38 mpg. Semi-auto transmission is fun, but jerks on changes often, annoying. All in all, a plus, though. Id buy another without question.
