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Article: Z Best Yet! BMW moves the Z closer to Boxster territory.(BMW Z4)
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- AutoWeek
- Article date:
- November 11, 2002
- Author:
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Byline: Mark Vaughn
Here is our first impression after driving the new BMW Z4: Fun!
You expected that, of course. How could a BMW roadster not be fun? But the new Z4 now drives more like the Porsche Boxster and less like a very good Miata. It has, for the most part, moved up a grade in the sports car world. Especially when equipped with the 3.0-liter straight six, sport package and 18-inch wheels. The entry Z4, with the 2.5-liter six, 16-inch wheels (17s optional) and softer suspension, will still cater to the less sports-minded buyers.
Another impression: They must be trying to get BMW design chief Chris Bangle to take his medication most of ...
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