BMW Z4 Roadster (2003 - 2008) 2.0i SE 2d (05) (2005/55) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'd like to think it reflects the hard work that has gone into saving for the car - but it probably makes me look a bit of a tart!
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
Love it.
Would you buy this car again and why?
Yes. BMW are known for their standards and performance. This is my first car, and despite the minor set backs - I do believe this is a "drivers car".
What are you likely to buy next?
The new Z4. If not, i'd rather like a Focus ST or Focus RS.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Independent
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£7,000
When did you buy the car?
August 2013
Did you get a good deal and why?
£500 off markup value, 6 months tax, Level 2 inspection service, and 12 months MOT.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
You only live once!
What was the dealer like?
Dealer was friendly and helpful. I did have a problem with emissions to begin with, although it was all fixed under warranty.
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
Drives like a dream. Despite only having the 2.0ltr engine, it has plenty of pull and grunt. In the right gear, you could probably take out 70% of the cars on the UK roads.
What's it like to park?
Piece of cake!
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
The cat converter was replaced prior to me purchasing the vehicle. I unfortunately had the "engine emissions" light flash on the dash board the night I drove it home. This turned out to be a faulty O2 sensor but it didn't effect the performance of the car.
What's most practical about your car?
It's a two seater soft-top. Not a lot about the car is going to be practical. Having said this, the boot is big enough to carry the golf clubs and weekly shop....!
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
Favourite gadget i'd like to say is the iPod adapter, but it isn't actually that great. The "BMW Business Player" doesn't display track names or allow you to change tracks via the iPod. Your stuck flicking through the songs, rather than the albums. As none of my previous vehicles have had it, i'd probably say the parking sensors are pretty niffty!
