2003 BMW Z4 Roadster 2.5i | More Than a Successor to the Z3 | Full In-Depth Review

2003 BMW Z4 Roadster 2.5i | More Than a Successor to the Z3 | Full In-Depth Review
As BMW stated in their introductory press release; “The new Z4 is a modern interpretation of all the classic roadster features - a long and sweeping hood, a long wheelbase, short overhangs and a low seating position in a cockpit that is set back. The design of the car is all new and characterized by the intriguing interplay of convex and concave surfaces, hard
edges and curves. This interplay of surfaces creates new transitions of light and shadow from every angle, giving the Z4 an eye-catching visual character.”
I think Car and Driver said it best in March of 2005 during their long-term test of their Z4; “The word "strange" comes instantly to mind when you look at the BMW Z4. What else could anyone think of the odd collection of lines, bumps, and creases woven throughout the body of this roadster? It's not pretty, nor is it ugly.”
Replacing the outgoing Z3 Roadster, the Z4 was introduced with all new styling and sheetmetal, and designed to be a much more comfortable and performance-oriented updated version of the successful roadster that James Bond drove in Golden Eye. First introduced in July 2002 as a 2003 model, the Z4 actually was being styled and designed in 1998, with a design freeze in 2000. The Z4 featured a more stiffer chassis than the Z3, while still retaining the MacPherson strut front suspension, but trading the outgoing semi-trailing arms for a more responsive and controlled multilink suspension.
Just like the Z3, the Z4 is built at Plant Spartanburg in Greer, South Carolina. Our first year E85 Z4 was built in October of 2002.
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Base Price: $33,100
Total Options: $7,800
Destination Charge: $695
Total Price When NEW: $41,595
*Price does NOT reflect current local offers, incentives, rebates or any other deal or sale. Please contact the appropriate dealership if applicable that's listed at the beginning of the video for more information.
Exterior Color: Jet Black Clear Coat
Interior Color: Beige Leather
Engine: 2.5L Straight-Six Cylinder
Transmission: 5-Speed Steptronic™ Automatic
Optional Equipment Shown on Vehicle:
StepTronic™ Automatic Transmission - $1,275
-Adaptive Transmission Control
-Clutchless Manual Shift Control
Premium Package - $2,900
-Fully Automatic Soft Top
-Power Front Seats
-3 Driver Memory
-Cruise Control
Convenience Package - $1,050
-Auto Dimming Mirrors
-Storage Package
-Rain Sensing Automatic Headlights
-Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control
-On Board Computer
Xenon HID Headlamps - $700
-Foglights
-Heated Exterior Mirrors
-Heated Windscreen Washer Jets
Premium Hi-Fi Sound System - $875
-Upgraded Audio Power
-Carver Technology
-8 Audiophile Stereo Speakers
-2 Subwoofers
Wood Trim - $500
Heated Seats - $500
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