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Originally Posted by FSETH
So at the end of the run can one consider the Z4 a success? I know sales have been pretty slow.
I didn't think it was a bad looking car and for the price (especially on the pre-owned market) was a sold performance value. I did a BMW sponsored autocross when the Z4 was first introduced and was impressed with the performance. It was a blast to drive.
We almost ended up with a Z4, but got the X5 instead. I know...I know, 2 totally different vehicles, but it was my wifes choice and those were the two cars she liked.
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I think it was a success. It was never going to be a volume seller. The styling set a direction for BMW with the flame surfacing, and thus allowed the sedans to be more restrained, while still moving in a clearly defined direction with a common theme. I enjoyed our Z4 for a few years, and didn't regret buying it. It was a lot more car than the Z3. It wasn't a Z8, but then I didn't want that much cash tied up in a car that would sit in the garage most of the time.
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2007 X3 3.0si, 6 MT, Premium, White
Retired:
2008 535i, 6 MT, M Sport, Premium, Space Grey
2003 X5 3.0 Steptronic, Premium, Titanium Silver
2002 325xi 5 MT, Steel Grey
2004 Z4 3.0 Premium, Sport, SMG, Maldives Blue
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