All articles tagged with #bmw z4
Car enthusiasts are discussing which unreliable cars are worth the headache, with one enthusiast sharing their experience with a 2007 BMW Z4 3.0SI. Despite its hideous unreliability and costly maintenance, the car's driving experience makes it worth the trouble. Enthusiasts are invited to share their own experiences with unreliable yet beloved vehicles.
As summer approaches, here are five exciting convertibles to look forward to in 2024: the luxurious Bentley Continental GT Speed, the hot BMW Z4 with turbocharged engines, the agile Porsche 718 Boxster, the modern Mustang EcoBoost Convertible with digital cockpit, and the affordable and fun Mazda Miata MX5, each offering a unique driving experience for convertible enthusiasts.
The 2024 BMW Z4 will finally be offered with a manual transmission in the U.S., making it more appealing to enthusiasts who have been drawn to the Toyota Supra's manual option. The manual transmission will be part of a driver-focused package, including improved steering feel, sportier suspension, stiffer anti-roll bars, and staggered tires. BMW plans to produce as many manual Z4s as there is demand, and early reviews suggest that the manual transmission is a significant improvement over the Supra's, offering crisper and more satisfying shifts. The revised six-speed manual, coupled with the powerful B58 six-cylinder engine, has received high praise for its performance.
BMW is introducing a six-speed manual option for the 2024 Z4 M40i, aiming to boost sales and compete with the Toyota Supra. The manual transmission will be part of an option package that includes a stiffer suspension, retuned power steering, and wider wheels and tires. The Z4 will use the same gearbox as the Supra but without Toyota's tweaks. The manual Z4 will be priced around $70,795, making it more expensive than the manual Supra but more affordable than the base Porsche 718 Boxster. This is the only non-M model BMW will offer with a manual transmission in the U.S.
BMW is bringing back the manual transmission option for the 2024 Z4 M40i in the US, aiming to offer a more involving driving experience. The manual transmission is part of a comprehensive package that includes tuned steering, recalibrated adaptive dampers, and staggered wheels and tires. While the automatic version may be faster in a drag race, the manual Z4 is designed to deliver the joy of shifting gears in a convertible setting. BMW plans to produce as many manual Z4s as there is demand, emphasizing the importance of catering to enthusiasts who appreciate the analog mechanical involvement.
Jimmy Giannoccaro, owner of G&H Transport in South Africa, has created a unique BMW Z4 by fitting a 5.7-liter Nascar V8 engine under the hood. The car underwent extensive modifications, including a sequential gearbox, upgraded brakes, and the conversion from carburetors to fuel injection. It now features luxuries like traction control, ABS, and launch control. With around 590 horsepower and 468 pound-feet of torque, the Z4 is limited to 7,500 rpm but has a target of 9,000 rpm in the future. The car also sports a genuine GT3 body kit, making it the first in South Africa with such an appearance.