Hello. I haven't posted over here in loooooong time (I've been spending more time over on the X3 forum). I currently own an '00 Z3 and an '08 X3 :drive:. I've considered purchasing a used Z4 to replace the Z3, yet am wondering if there are any preferences within the model years '06, '07, and '08. My local dealer tells me a number of '06's are now being returned at lease-end, and that the Z4 was a popular lease vehicle. My guess is that '07's will be returning next spring, and '08's the year after. I'm in no hurry, as my Z3 still runs like new at 53K miles.
In any event, I would be grateful to hear from those of you that have been driving Z4's regarding what, if any, preferences you see within these production years. Thanks!
EDCT is correct. After the 2006 facelift, there is not a huge difference between the 2006 and later years. There were tremendous lease incentives 3 years ago, so there should be a fair amount of Z4 inventory available. Because the 2009 Z4 is so much more expensive, with less incentives in a new year, I think CPOed Z4's are a great bargain. I really like the si with sport because of the 18 inch 108 style wheels, small horsepower boost and premium sound system.
+1, Z4luvr - I just bought a '07 3.0si CPO, and couldn't find any differences between the '06 and '07 models during my research/test drives. I didn't see any used '08 models yet, though. 2007 models are also coming off 2 year leases now, and I found them to be very close in price to the 2006 models - so it may be worth your while to get a '07 just to extend your warranty period by another year, and probably have lower miles, too!
In general, I love my Z4 - I think BMW did a great job of improving upon the Z3 (I had a 99 2.3, which I also loved). I don't have the sport package, but the 3.0si engine packs plenty of punch without it, and I think the standard suspension handles beautifully. As Z4luvr mentioned above, the premium sound system is awesome - this was standard on the 3.0si, but was an option on the 3.0i. I also made sure that mine had the manual top - so much quicker, lighter, and more reliable than the automatic top.
All sounds like everyone is spot on. No real changes in those models. I only have two things to offer. The coupe came out in 06 as did the ///M. Oh one more just came to mind. The SI Has a mag alloy block and if you have thoughts towards a turbo or S/C this may effect your thoughts.
There were some very minor changes from '06 to '07 - the tire pressure monitoring system comes to mind. I don't know of any changes from '07 to '08 as that was the sunset year of the Z4.
TPM as keeton has already stated, analog audio input under the dash with the '07, and HD radio as an option on the '08 come to mind off the top of my head.
They also added an aux input jack for the radio in 07. Nice touch.
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