BMW Z4 Roadster (2003 - 2008) 2.5i SE 2d (03) (2005/05) Owner Review
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Summary
What does this car say about you?
I'm going though a premature midlife crisis but other than that i'd call myself a [CENSORED]
What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?
They think i'm a [CENSORED]
Would you buy this car again and why?
Not unless I live in a warm/dry climate with smooth roads.
What are you likely to buy next?
A Skidoo or jetski, no seriously, probably a 4x4 to survive the huge trenches and pitted UK roads.
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Buying experience
Type of dealer you bought from?
Franchise
Did you buy this car new?
No
What price did you pay?
£19,995
When did you buy the car?
July 2007
Did you get a good deal and why?
Do you ever get a good deal from a stealer? Anyway, I have 18" 107's, heated seats, rear deflectors and M/F steering wheel so I guess that'll help when I come to sell it.
Is there any special reason why you bought this car?
Went to buy a music CD as usual and came back with a car, just the norm for me!
What was the dealer like?
Desparate
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Driving it
What's it like to drive?
6 Cyl engine is a joy but can't help thinking that I should have bought the 3.0 considering there isn't much difference in MPG and insurance. Haven't really had much chance to push the car in the dry due to our naff weather but the electronics have helped out to a certain degree a few times. I've too much respect for RWD especially in the wet, I like my roadster the way it is thankyou. Oh, one last thing - if you drive on UK roads then get rid of the RunFlatTyres as they are a pig, they tramline like hell but if you change them, make sure your insurance will still cover you if you change to standard tyres - you can't be too sure!
What's it like to park?
Easy with the top down but when it comes to tight parking spaces in good old Blighty I usually take up two parking spots as she's a wide one.
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Living with it
Have you had any problems with the car?
Just coming up to it's first Inspection 1 at 27k (driven too softly I guess) but all seems ok and the hood is well looked after by my BMW hood cover at a very unreasonable £70.
What's most practical about your car?
The boot is rather large considering it's a roadster, but sadly I can't put my dog in there so the missus has to walk.
Favourite gadget, option or accessory?
You can't beat heated seats in winter and they're good if you have a dodgy back.
