For Sale: 2006 BMW Z4 in Mesa, Arizona

Here's an opportunity for luxury and precision that goes well beyond the value price. This 2006 BMW Z4 M Roadster has a chassis engineered to invigorate, and you have the awesome control of a six-speed. Plus, the 3.2-liter S54 motor puts the desirable power of an M3 in an even more fun drop-top package.

Draped in Interlagos Blue Metallic paint, this handsome roadster displays classic long hood/short deck proportions and crisp detailing that is a hallmark of the Chris Bangle era at BMW. His flame-surface styling gives this a unique look with sculpted fenders that flow into the doors, and a distinct spoiler built into the trunk design. As you pour over the pictures, everything you love about German quality is apparent as the precision fit of the doors, hood, and trunk are all as the factory intended. And better still, there's extra pride in knowing this precision was actually assembled in America. The mileage does show this car has been driven, and so the finish will reflect that. But really, you're going to be enjoying this one, too, because that's the true point of an M car. We also have a nice maintenance log, and the total appearance is just as handsome in person as it is in the pictures. Overall, this modern classic really gets its details right with the hallmark twin-kidney grille looking crisp, clear headlights, and special M 18-inch wheels properly filling the wheel wells.

No matter if the power folding roof is in place, or if this is open to the world, the black looks handsome against the deep blue. The special M-series contoured leather seats strike that ideal balance between sports car contouring and grand touring comfort. And these power adjust to the ideal comfort position. From behind the wheel, the speedometer and the tachometer are in cool-looking hooded binnacles ahead of the driver, and all the essentials are within easy reach. Speaking of features, on a premium car like this BMW, there are a lot of them. They include power windows, power locks, keyless entry, cruise control, power steering, dual front airbags, side airbags, and a powerful AM/FM stereo with CD changer. We love that BMW engineered the roof to stow away quickly and cleanly without the need for a boot. And since they are encouraging top-down motoring on a whim, you'll be happy to have both heated seats and cold-blowing air conditioning to let you dial-in the right temperature.

The 3.2-liter inline six-cylinder motor is a marvel of engineering. BMW built it to sing happily up to 8,000 RPM, but it also has the sensibilities to drive the commute with ease. You get to choose its attitude with the control of the desirable manual six-speed transmission. BMW is one of the best companies at engineering chassis. So as the M Roadster matures into full classic status, its fully independent suspension is earning a place next to the M3 at the top of the enthusiast wish lists. Add this to four-wheel disc brakes, drilled rotors, hydraulic power steering, and Michelin Pilot sport tires, and you'll know why this is the ONE you'll love to drive.

The sale comes complete with the original window sticker, maintenance records, and the owner's manual packet. This level of paperwork seems right considering this was the first model year for the Z4-based M Roadster, and that means you will likely see an added collectability factor emerge during the years you enjoy this driver-oriented drop-top. Call today!!!