Overview & Reviews

Light Poplar Grain wood trim is available as a no-charge option on all Z4s. White indicator lights are standard across the board, and foglights and cruise control are now standard on the 2.5i. The 3.0i includes automatic climate control as standard equipment this year. Leather seating is no longer part of the 2.5i's Premium Package and is a stand-alone option, while all models receive additional black accents for the interior. The Sequential Manual Gearbox (SMG) is only available on the 3.0i, and requires the Sport Package. Last year's Convenience Package is history, though its contents are now either standard or part of the Premium Package.

• Exhilarating driving dynamics, long list of standard safety features, refined drivetrains, excellent build quality.

• Options are expensive, odd styling, firm ride, notable wind and road noise.

User Reviews:

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  Z4 Addicted - 2005 BMW Z4
  By Z4Lover - June 10 - 6:06 pm

  This is my 3rd Z4, and I had two Z3s before that. This is an amazing automobile. I took a detour and had a Porsche 911 for a few months. But its top was finicky, and didnt always like to come back up when it was down. So I returned to my BMW, which is sooo much fun to drive and great looking too.

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  Z 4 FLORIDA FUN - 2005 BMW Z4
  By JEFF - June 10 - 11:51 am

  Great fun to drive. Wind noise at highway speed could be improved. They also need to find a way to improve the amount of wind in the cabin at highway speed. Car looks great both inside and outside and trunk is surprisingly roomy. With a little work you can get 2 sets of golf clubs in the trunk.

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  Best overall sportscar - 2005 BMW Z4
  By Anthony - June 5 - 8:20 am

  The power is more than adequate with excellent low end torque. The engine is the most refined in any sportscar. Transmission is excellent with well defined gates. Clutch take up and feel is excellent. Steering tightens up beautifuly at speed. Corner placement is intuitive with no corrections necessary in steering feed. Run flat tires provide safety, consistent feedback due to very low flex, rim protection in potholes and excellent convertible trunk space. Interior is excellent in design amd materials. Excellent rear visibility with top up. Solid roll bars. Exceptional sound system even with top down at high speed. Minimal wind buffeting and noise at high speed. Excellent 2 stage skid control

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  Bad rap on design - 2005 BMW Z4
  By jruggio - June 2 - 2:42 pm

  This car has been nothing but an eye catching delight. I believe there has been a conspiracy by BMW haters towards the styling. There is hardly a day I take this car out that I dont get a positive comment,ie. "nice car" "nice ride" "I love your car". I have never received more positive comments on anything I have ever had except my wife!

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  Best Value - 2005 BMW Z4
  By IMMAJ - June 2 - 1:06 pm

  This car has the quickest top retraction in the industry: 7 seconds! It handles well, comfortable (except when the top is up and you get out of the car. But overall, a great value and a sexy ride. The only design change I would do is revise the back of the car like the Z8.

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  Z 4, 3.0 Alpine white/sports package - 2005 BMW Z4
  By Michael McDonough - May 28 - 10:54 pm

  The car was a total blast. Love the cockpit...interior layout was excellent. Felt as if I was flying. Never got so many stares. Love the long hood, reminded me of the old jag XKEs.

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  excessive noise - 2005 BMW Z4
  By Don - May 20 - 8:44 am

  I actually bought this as "Mothers Day Gift" for my wife last year. She actually gets to drive it once in a while. The only complaint I have is the excessive noise that comes from from the passenger seat when my wife is riding with me. "Are you crazy?" "Slow down!" "I am NEVER riding with you again in this car!!" often can be heard even over the sound of the engine as I shift through the five gears. My only regret now is that I did not buy the 3.0 for a little boost.

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  Why all the negative press? - 2005 BMW Z4
  By DropTopZ4 - May 18 - 3:02 pm

  Actually purchased June 2003, factory order. This is a great car, provided that you spring for the bigger engine. Love the Sport Package, power top, kickin stereo, gearbox. The ride can be stiff due to the run-flats but Sport Mode eliminates some of the bobbing. Stylish, fast, gets lots of attention. Clutch catches too high. Drive fast to reveal its true sports car personality.

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  I LOVE THIS CAR! - 2005 BMW Z4
  By M L Kardatzke - April 29 - 8:52 pm

  FUN FUN FUN FUN FUN... what more can I say? Almost bought the Z3 years ago and waited until the Z4 came out with the solid back windshield. I drive it year round in snow with studded tires. Out performs my truck in the snow. CAUTION... do NOT buy this car if you like to blend it!! IT IS A CROWD stopper!! My face is sore after driving this car. Reason? The sappy smile from having so much fun!!! I might be a little old lady but I am definitely not from Pasadena. This car seems to appeal to everyone, from little kids to people in their 50s and 60s. The car should have a license that says "Its all about me" as it really grabs the attention.

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  bios review - 2005 BMW Z4
  By bioschatz - April 28 - 9:15 pm

  Fun, fast, my golf clubs fit in, good at highway speed and the shifter is like butter. Its a BMW not a toy, also easier on my body than some other sport cars I have had.