Vehicle Description
2004 BMW Z4 3.0i Roadster
The Z4 roadster traces its roots back to the BMW 507, the legendary
grand touring car from Germany produced from 1956 to 1959. Due to
the limited numbers produced with even fewer in the U.S., the
auction prices of 507's have skyrocketed in recent years and that
has caused an unintentional uptick in interest in Z4's and its
predecessor, the Z3, (1996-2002). The limited production and
exorbitant cost of BMW Z8's, (1999-2003), also drew attention to
the more affordable Z3 and Z4, which were mass produced.
For consignment, an E85 BMW Z4 roadster from the second year of
production. After the success of the Z3, BMW created the larger and
more refined tourer in the Z4 which was available in manual or
automatic and in 2006, a hardtop coupe version was introduced. Our
car does sport the desirable 6-speed manual transmission and
venerable 3.0 liter inline 6 along with 32,044 exempt miles showing
on the odometer.
Exterior
Titanium Silver Metallic is the color our Z4 wears and it looks
stunning. The wide rounded nose of the car contains the trademark
kidney grille and familiar bonnet badge of the BMW logo. The flush
headlights could use a good polish as they appear cloudy and
oxidized. The long nose of the Z4 is flanked by stylish turn
signals embedded behind another BMW crest, (the left fender crest
is missing). Following the rounded door gaps is the short tail of
the car and flat rear valance housing sporty rear taillights and an
arching hood that almost forms a little wing with third brake
light. The car looks wide from the back, augmented by the narrowing
canvas top and rear glass window. 17-inch alloy wheels are standard
and show chipping paint, curb rash and other imperfections. The
canvas top is in good condition. The paint overall is in good
condition as well. We note some scraping of the bottom edge of the
front bumper, not uncommon in low sports cars.
Interior
The door panels are a handsome blend of black leather and plastic
along with nickel colored pull handles and controls. Black leather
also covers the bucket seats, and the driver has multiple
electronic control options mounted on the side and front of the
seat. The three spoke leather clad steering wheel has good grip and
various thumb driven controls. A faux aluminum topped black center
console races past the seats toward the dash and houses the manual
shifter with color matched knob and black leather boot. The dash
front utilizes a combination of textured molded plastic in black
and brushed aluminum panels. In front of the driver is a large
arched dash front which has dual analog gauges in deep coves within
the arch. These gauges have digital readouts and there are several
warning lights in the field which separates these dual circles. A
central air vent and control panel is embedded onto the aluminum
and contains the factory AM/FM/CD radio. Black carpet covers the
floors and is in very good condition.
Drivetrain
A very clean electronic fuel injected 3.0 liter inline 6 cylinder
is neatly placed into the clean engine bay. A ZF 6-speed manual
transmission is strapped to the back of the power plant and sends
power back to the 3.62 geared rear axle. Power disc brakes are
found fore and aft.
Undercarriage
Straight and rust free panels to give some ground effect aero to
this car are seen, along with a solid unibody. Twin exhaust pipes
enter a single catalytic converter, come out as two, enter a stock
muffler then exit via twin tips. Front independent coil spring
suspension is seen with an independent multilink and coil spring
suspension in the rear. It's all in very nice condition lacking oil
leaks and surface rust.
Drive-Ability
As expected, this was a thrilling ride for sure, from the time I
lit the candles throughout the test loop this car was up to par on
every check box. Good acceleration, nice handling, and snappy
cornering, along with a smooth cruise, it's definitely a nice
example. The shifter and clutch are both butter smooth and user
friendly. We note the convertible top does not work with electronic
assist and the manual override does not release hydraulic pressure
and may indicate a bad motor with a seized pressure relief
valve.
With comfort, stability and just plain driving fun, this US built
German sports car is made to be enjoyed all year long. If you are
into some German engineering without the expense of a Mercedes-Benz
or Porsche, then hurry on down to Classic Auto Mall for this small
slice of Bavarian goodness.
4USBT53564LT25691
4-USA
U-BMW USA
S-Passenger Car
BT5-Z4 Convertible
3-Passenger Car
5-Manual Belts, Advanced Airbags
6-Check Digit
4-2004
L-Greer, SC Assy Plant
T25691-Sequential Unit Number
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