BMW Z4 Roadster (2003 - 2008) 2.5i 2d (2003/03) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Not sure. That I'm a bit flashy (although that's not my intention).

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

They really like it, although it's not very practical.

Would you buy this car again and why?

Yes, although I'd get a bigger engined model (probably the new shape too).

What are you likely to buy next?

Probably a large engined 3 or 5 series. Maybe a Jaguar XF. Something sporty/executive rather than purely sporty.

Type of dealer you bought from?

Independent

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£9,000

When did you buy the car?

March 2010

Did you get a good deal and why?

Not really a good deal but I got a lot of toys that were rarely bought together.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

It had all the toys... big wheels, xenons, electric leather heated seats, multichanger, sports suspension, etc. Plus I love driving al fresco.

What was the dealer like?

Really good, knew his cars and was really enthusiastic about marque's cars.

What's it like to drive?

A joy, it's grippy with zero roll, accelerates rapidly although it could do with a 6th gear and occasionally needs to be worked hard to get the most out of it mid-range... However that straight-six sounds amazing, especially with the roof down. I love it.

What's it like to park?

Simple, it's small and has parking sensors. The long nose took a couple of days to get used to but otherwise it's really easy to park.

Have you had any problems with the car?

A few bits. Starter motor, radiator, door catch, wing mirror controller. That said, this was all in the last year and it's 10 years old now.

What's most practical about your car?

Not much really but the boot is bigger than you'd expect from a car like this.

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?

Heated seats!