5 Reasons Why YOU Should Buy a BMW Z4 E89

Рет қаралды 31,366

Күн бұрын

There are many reasons to buy a BMW Z4 e89 as it's an amazing car that will put a smile on your face every time you look at it, drive it and people look at you while you are driving. In this video, I go over my 5 reason why you should buy a BMW Z4 before it goes up in value and is no longer affordable to an average joe. Of course there are other better cars, but for the price, you can't beat the beauty and the fun factor of a BMW Z4.
*- MUST HAVE CAR ITEMS - *
My Favorite BMW Scanners: amzn.to/4b6GQBa
My Favorite Car Scanners: amzn.to/3tR2VTT
My Favorite CarPlay Units: amzn.to/3Uc8lTZ
BMW Focused Mechanic's Tools: amzn.to/3krC4J1
Portable Tire Inflator: amzn.to/3V5F63v (my favorite), amzn.to/3AokFp4 (cheap, but good)
Portable Jump Starter: amzn.to/3L3YNUX
Favorite Dash Cam: amzn.to/41EdqWe (under $150)
Car Phone Mount: amzn.to/44bW1oM (MagSafe Air Vent), amzn.to/3PvG9ck (+Wireless Charger)
“BMW” Battery Charger: amzn.to/3HahLIi
GEAR I USE FOR FILMING: amzn.to/3Ex3RyI
______
If you'd like to support what I do, please consider supporting the channel for just $1 a month: / simplecarguy
/ simplecarguy
simplecarguy.com
--------------
Links are affiliated where possible.
This means if you click on the link and purchase the product, I will earn a commission.

Пікірлер: 132

@n3307v 4 жыл бұрын

Bought a 2004 Boxster S last week and I feel like I now have the best of both worlds. My 2016 M Sport Z4 is drop dead gorgeous and to my mind, is the ultimate GT cruiser with all of the bells and whistles. The Boxster on the other hand, is an amazing machine. Below 3200 RPM it's a fun little roadster with lightning reflexes, above that, it's a different animal entirely. The thing I love about both cars is that they offer totally different driving experiences. I look forward to my time with each.

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

No doubt they are a fun driving machine, you can't beat Porsche in the corners. I might have to set up a hunt for a little project Boxster S to rebuild or fix up over winter.

@n3307v 4 жыл бұрын

@istvanbartha7985 4 жыл бұрын

I agree, I've been looking for a Boxster for about 8 years now....But it ended up with a MB SLK, then a Z4 -03 and now a Z4-10. I always got spooked by the inaccebility of the engine and the IMS bearing. However, I will eventually take the step and buy a Boxster perhaps 4 years from now....A porsche is a must for the bucket list.

@ticenits1926 2 жыл бұрын

@@istvanbartha7985 overrated honestly. The boxster is a poor man's porsche for people who cant afford a 911. I've driven a 09 boxster, 03 Z3, 08 Z4 and 09 SL500 AMG. The mercedes was the worst, boxster a good medium but the z4 was the most fun (mainly due to 1 touch convertible and no stupid manual latch).

@khaledyousef79 4 жыл бұрын

Well said bro! Thanks for the efforts and time taken to point out what's great about this amazing car! We love your videos, keep them coming!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Always appreciate the positivity!

@newbeginnings8566 4 жыл бұрын

Good to hear from you again... Those wheels are growing on me..

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

You got to get a set! They really bring the car to the next level. I've set up alerts for these locally, I'd want to put them on my 550i as well. Always good to see you!

@TUNINGDONERIGHTMX5 3 жыл бұрын

Absolute agree. 140k mikes on mine just changed turbos and oil pan gasket This car is easy to work on as well as half the car is nothing by engine. Love your 437m wheels. Yes, they fit perfectly.

@thelifeofcoby 4 жыл бұрын

another great Z4 E89 video...keep up the great work!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, hoping to start on some mods soon!

@thelifeofcoby 4 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy I'm looking forward to seeing them and may just follow in your foot steps if they are easy enough.

@EmmettLBrown2015 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2011 BMW Z4 s drive 30i, I have it for about a year now and I absolutely love it! it's a beautiful car very sleek and sexy and is incredibly built.

@denizguven505 3 жыл бұрын

I want a z4 so bad since it's first came out. But in Turkey it costs around 50-55 k $ for this e89 models as I will earn around 1-1,5 k $ when I graduate as a doctor from medical school in 6 months. You hate life when you realize "Your hometown writes your destiny." The quote " Work until you reach your dreams." turns out to "Work until you forget what you want." for me.

@samehsalib1833 Жыл бұрын

Love the Video, and agree with everything on it.

@tompeterson3210 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful paint and gorgeous car!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

It really is! It's a 'forever' car for me at this time!

@giosoftware 4 жыл бұрын

It looks gorgeous!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I turn around and look back every time I walk away!

@julianbell9586 4 жыл бұрын

Nice review... You should mention the boot capacity even with the roof down... Plus... You keeping the whippy aerial Vs a stubby one? Makes it look v cool....

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely should have mentioned the space! I go my grocery shopping in this car :). As far as the antenna, I just like the goofy long one. Not sure why, but I like it. Thanks for watching!

@platinumlook 4 жыл бұрын

@ Julian Bell: Have to agree, The Stubby just looks right 👌 & so far works well too.

@ghceo01 6 ай бұрын

Purchased 2012 in October, beautiful car

@Tracertme 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your video I bought a 35is with the BMW 1M engine also with two tone paint about two years ago for my wife and I love it… I nicknamed it Elvis… 😂 the dual clutch box is a 🍑 peach and changes exceptionally well. If you look at the all time classic BMW 507 you will see the cars lines your E89 has and understand it’s pedigree. Those cars now fetch approx 3m each. An E89 will never appreciate that much but agree it’s a really interesting car. Removing the run flats for PS 4s made such a big difference I could not believe it. It now goes round corners a lot better. The size and proportions of the car are excellent, much nicer than modern cars. Ps. Love your blue example..👍

@georgeluyckx1437 3 жыл бұрын

My Z4 is a black metallic one with the pure traction interior (black alcantara with black leather) which is really nice looking inside as outside. It’s a pretty practical sports car that offers a coup and a convertible experience without a big compromise. I completely agree that nowadays interiors of bmw are so similar it’s hard to say indeed which model it is. Today’s bmw and other cars are mass products and this car is one of the last that was designed with much passion and care to make a unique car. This makes it even more fun to drive.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with you! Such unique and fun car, will keep it for years to come. Your interior sounds really nice, i believe it was only available on the later years, right?

@georgeluyckx1437 3 жыл бұрын

SimpleCarGuy Yes the pure traction and pure fusion interiors were introduced with the revision of the Z4 around 2013.

@blairmontaperto8958 4 жыл бұрын

Yes love long hood cars, merc gt-s and dodge viper are my dream cars next to my 35i z4.

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Never had a chance to drive a Viper, would be fun to try! I hope long hoods don't go away any time soon. Thanks for watching!

@john_c1 4 жыл бұрын

I agree with what you say makes this car unique. It's an unique and timeless design and is a rare sight on the road. I like the ending of the video :))

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I just got a resonator delete pipe in the mail, going to be trying it this weekend. I hope it sounds even better!

@philafflack1298 3 жыл бұрын

as a driver of 2011, 2013 and now owning a 2016 35is, i have never seen a video of the best way to clean the interior back window, i've searched everywhere! i'd love to know your thoughts! this is one of your best videos!

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! You know, I think I only cleaned it once and it was a pain. I'll look into this when I do my spring cleaning on the car.

@platinumlook 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the vid and I find your everlasting enthusiasm for the Z4 makes me appreciate mine even more 😉 I totally agree with your comments about the beautiful design, great driving feel, value & rarity. Quick question: I have a European 2014 Z4 model & wanted to ask if you need a ‘module’ to be able to close the roof remotely with the key. I can open it but not close it remotely. Would a Carly OBD be able to ‘code’ this feature into it? Answers much appreciated 🙏

@khaledyousef79 4 жыл бұрын

Mine is 2012 35i and it does have this option without coding. I guess you can code it with an OBD and bimmercode app, it's cheaper than Carly.

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I love this car so the enthusiasm comes natural. I don't know much about the euro versions, but you'd normally need a comfort access for it work. They do have modules for this, but since mine has comfort access I never tested it: www.mods4cars.com/blog/smarttop-add-on-convertible-top-controller-for-bmw-3-series-and-z4-gets-new-look/ Use at your own risk!

@platinumlook 4 жыл бұрын

@SimpleCarGuy - thanks for the reply, I wonder if you need the ‘Comfort Access’ option already installed in the car for BOTH opening & closing to work? At the moment only opening remotely works..

@platinumlook 4 жыл бұрын

@Khaled Yousef - thanks for the reply.

@howardbio5162 3 жыл бұрын

I got my bmw z4 2.5i, 2005 model and it is still good and sexy car to drive around

@AudiophilMD 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have the 28i and 5 seconds to 60 is a fast sports car. The 28i also allows the E89 to handle better in the corners as it is lighter and sits further back in the car. Would love to drive a 35is and use the launch control to see if the 1.5 seconds less are worth it. 😁

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

These sure do handle a little better than the big brothers. I honestly don't feel like I need more power in this car as I'm enjoying the drive itself - as long as the roof is down. As soon as the roof is up, I want to drive it like a sports car, but that's probably more of a habit coming from owning an e92 335i coupe. Thanks for watching!

@joebloggs4191 4 жыл бұрын

Of course it's worth it, just from the sound perspective let alone being a bit faster. It might be true that with the 4 banger it might handle a little bit sweeter but for most drivers who don't push the car to the limit I doubt that would be hugely noticeable yet the sound and speed difference would. Don't forgot also how much more power can be tuned from the N54

@debbiewalsh-smith493 4 жыл бұрын

I've had my 2009 z4 for a year....LOVE IT!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Can you believe it's an 11 year old car!? Love it!

@flybobbie1449 3 жыл бұрын

Had mine 9 years now. 2009.

@ColtonThompsonx 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, i’m in the market for one of these right now... do you mind me asking what you paid?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I got mine at auction with a blown engine, so I’m probably not the right person to ask :)

@debbiewalsh-smith493 3 жыл бұрын

@@ColtonThompsonx , I paid about $13k

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you everyone for watching! If you like this kind of content, check out my channel for more videos and consider subscribing! BMW Z4 Full Speaker and Subwoofer Upgrade DIY: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Z9KSf7Z2psjagY0.html

@jeffgalle3845 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, great videos I love mine too! I have a 2009 sDrive35i, same exterior and interior colors as yours but I have the dual clutch transmission... though I wish I waited and found one with a manual. Bought it in 2012 with 12k miles and have 60k miles on it now. Hoping to keep it for as long as I can! Have been enjoying your videos as you go through yours. Quick question - have you had the chance to look into replacement ceramic brake pads? I have always had terrible brake dust with the OEMs and they are now at the point for replacement. What pads would you recommend? Wouldn't think I need to replace the rotors, just the pads.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I find it amazing that you've had it for such a long time! I tried finding an sDrive35i with a manual, but there are kind of rare around here or crazy over KBB. I haven't had to look into the ceramic brake pads yet as I haven't had to replace mine yet. Luckily for me, whatever was installed by the previous owner was decent as I do not have any brake dust, or it's very hard to see on black wheels. I usually go with Akebono on all of my cars and they seem to do a better job with dust compared to OEM.

@marioschulte7156 4 жыл бұрын

Got my 30i two Works ago and i Love IT! First Car with nothing on IT i do not Like!

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! I've had mine for over the year and still get excited every time I drive it.

@enriquejackson2843 4 жыл бұрын

All good buying points!.... with the next Gen that's now out it has been beaten with an UGLY stick, which only makes the E89 go further up in value!👍👍

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I'm still waiting on the new ones to grow on me! If I were to get one, it'd have to be the Toyota Supra, it's also not a beauty, but much better looking and with the BMW engines.

@andystreet4022 3 жыл бұрын

I've just bought a late 66 plate 2.0 auto in white with black leather and 19 inch alloys. Just 14,000 miles and barely run in. I'm smitten.

@ralphpolanco 2 жыл бұрын

I just got one and yes I love it. One issue that I have and hoping you can help me. When I have the AC in Max mode the evap drains into the passenger floor. I assume the drain is clog but don't know where it is. Thanks in advance..

@mateenlakhani621 2 жыл бұрын

refrigerant pump issue i guess or with the amount of gas

@carsnboys 3 жыл бұрын

I love this car. my next car is going to be a z4 ;)

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It's such a great and fun car and comparatively, not THAT expensive. I hope you get yours soon! Thanks for watching.

@vincentrizzi 2 жыл бұрын

mine is a 2011 Z4 Roadster and it's known as "THE HANDSOME BRUTE"

@gilgonzalez5902 3 ай бұрын

Stay away from the 4cyl N20 engine it has catastrophic timing chain guide issues. The N52 is bulletproof and cheap to maintain but yet still provides enough power.

@flybobbie1449 3 жыл бұрын

Boxters old fashioned now. Might handle better, but try finding one that doesn't have black interior and soft tops are just a pain to keep clean. Get the basic 23i, mine 90k sweet engine. Last for ever. Said the big engines just too much for the chassis and seem to have problems, injectors, pumps, turbo rattles.

@mishas1379 3 жыл бұрын

Большое спасибо за видео! Очень интересно и содержательно! Подскажи, какой средний расход у авто?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Spasibo! I get about 20 MPG (11.761 L/100km) average with driving in sport all the time and about 28 MPG on the highway (8.401 L/100km).

@mishas1379 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thanks! I'm considering this model to buy, but still not sure would it be well suitable for the traffic and climate in Kyiv. Hopefully I'll be more determined closer to summer :)

@Se7en983 4 жыл бұрын

Have you done anything to you exhaust, it sounds pretty good?

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

No mods to the exhaust other than removing the vacuum line from the flap in the muffler.

@milovan8565 2 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy what purpose does the vacuum line serve?

@joebloggs4191 4 жыл бұрын

I am pretty sure the N54 isn't that reliable, the engine is ok but it's all the other ancillaries like HFPF injectors waste gates etc. but still as you mentioned this is more of a GT car and a GT car needs at least 6 pots so I'd still take one over the N20. The N52 provides the same refinement / sound as the N54 although a bit slower but it's still no slouch (at least in the 30i) and will be way more reliable compared to both the N20 or the N54. It's a shame BMW did not fit this car with the later N55 engine which has all the benefits of the N54 but has less reliability issues. I wonder if you can transplant an B48 into this car, now that would be a great engine to have LOL......... maybe a future project / challenge for you?

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I had an N54 in my e92 335i for 4 years (24k-95k miles) and all I did was replace plugs, coils and the water pump. So, I think I'm a little biased toward that engine. They may not be super reliable but they are more reliable than the N20. I had to swap the engine in this car due to spun bearings and timing chains are super common in engines until about 2014. B48 would be an awesome project.. if someone would donate a crashed car with a B48 in it to me lol. Thanks for watching!

@onuuurcaliskan 4 жыл бұрын

As an owner of 2.0i, 3.5i and 3.5is are just a dream for me with current taxes. (Hi from Turkey :( )

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

This car must STAND OUT in Turkey! Very cool!

@platinumlook 4 жыл бұрын

@Onur - I know exactly what you mean... 2011-2014 model year Z4s go currently for around $44K to $68K 💸💸 It’s all due to ‘special consumer tax’ which can go up to & beyond 100% of the value of a car... you don’t know how lucky you are in the U.S. & Europe 😉 So “even” a 2011 20iSDrive is a big deal in Turkey... Makes one appreciate the car even more 👌

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, I have some family in Europe and the import tax is just crazy there.

@ianspencer2826 3 жыл бұрын

Love mine, hard to know what to replace it with

@flybobbie1449 3 жыл бұрын

Same here had mine 9 year now. Just nothing out there with retract hard top, unless you go super cars. I think the car has slight retro look.

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't had mine that long, but I'm in the same boat. Unless it's a Boxster.. but it's not a hardtop, which sucks.

@spacepotato2277 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I'm still in my 2013 (28i version), and the local BMW dealers are sending me emails and postcards every day to try to get me to buy the new one, but... meh... not diggin that new one. Has a great exhaust sound, but would be a downgrade in exterior/interior design imho. WIll be stickin with the current ride for a while...

@flybobbie1449 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy Been parking next to a Boxster at work. Does nothing for me looks bland.

@larpy 3 жыл бұрын

What’s the reliability like? Any major issues?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

About average for BMWs, the roof seems to be pretty solid without many issues. I have a video on BMW Z4 problems to expect, check it out for many more details!

@larpy 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thanks I’ll check it out

@itsmewaqar 3 жыл бұрын

which year is it ? and how much you paid for it ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It’s 2012, the second is much more complicated as I got it with a bad engine and replaced it.

@defalt7651 3 жыл бұрын

Do you think it is still worth to buy a 2007 bmw z4?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Really depends on what you want. The previous models (like 2007) are soft top and more 'hardcore' than these cars. These Z4s are more comfortable, cruising type of cars rather than sports cars like the previous generation.

@JaradVonNguyen Жыл бұрын

On my second 35i. These cars are definitely in a world of its own. It's like a chick magnet.. for middle age men lol

@Sheikh-Catmoon 3 жыл бұрын

Wich year ?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

2012

@SIDVENOM 3 жыл бұрын

I can’t decide which Convertible one to buy a BMW 2011 Z4 35is 335HP Vs Nissan 2011 370Z 332HP? Which one of the two is more reliable and cheaper on repairs?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I'm onviously biased, but I would go with the BMW. They are a lot more rare and you don't see 20 ricer Z4s like you do 370z at every other car meet. BMW will be more expensive to repair.

@SIDVENOM 3 жыл бұрын

SimpleCarGuy Ok so 370Z is off my list but now I need your help can’t decide which one to buy! Which one is better in terms of engines and Automatic/ Automated Manual Transmissions, performance, reliability, resale value, Style, Head turner, not to many repairs and maintenance. Both Hard top Convertibles and Automatic/ Automated Manual 2008-2013 BMW M3 or 2009-2013 BMW Z4 sDrive30i or sDrive35i or sDrive35is

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@SIDVENOM M3 is a much more practical car as it has 4 seats and a bigger trunk, it will not be as reliable and more expensive to repair if you can't do your own work. The engines, suspension etc are more specialized and rare, so parts are more expensive as well. I would probably go for an m-sport 335i if I had to go with a 3 series. It's good for resale as M3 keep their values quite well. If you're concerned about being a head turner, M3 will not be as affective as the Z4, they look only a little bit different from a regular 3 series. Z4 sDrive30i is the most reliable out of all the cars you mentioned, it doesn't have a turbo, but also far less powerful compared to the other two. The sDrive35 is a great car (and has the same engine as the 335i, but weights less) and much more of a head turner, you just don't see roadsters on the road that much and I get compliments almost every day with this car. It's decently reliable as far as BMWs go and average cost to repair. The sDrive35is is the same car, but has a slightly better tuned engine and a DTC transmission, but no manual. If you are only looking at an auto, this is the one to get.

@SIDVENOM 3 жыл бұрын

SimpleCarGuy So bottom line the Z4 sDrive35is with DTC is the one to get? Now which year of the Z4 sDrive35is with DTC is the best to get when it comes down to reliability, not to many repairs and maintenance 2011-2013?

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

@@SIDVENOM They are all more or less the same as far as the years ago, BUT 2013+ are LCI models, so they have more goodies. Definitely go for 2013 or newer.

@King-yg3uy 3 жыл бұрын

Bmw 335i came hard top convertible also

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Very true, but it’s not a roadster.

@alanlaureano8801 3 жыл бұрын

Hola una consulta mi auto solo tiene 14mil kilómetros y se arruino el termo estato quiero saver el por que se arruina esta parte por favor mi auto es bmw e89 2015

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

What engine is your BMW Z4? If you don't know the engine, let me know what model it is.

@alanlaureano8801 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy es motor 2.8i de 2000 de silenciada gracias

@SimpleCarGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It’s strange if your thermostat went bad at such low kilometers, usually they last 4 times as long at least! Maybe you got a bad unit or let it run low on coolant and overheat.

@alanlaureano8801 3 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy muchas gracias

@kingj9111 4 жыл бұрын

Do you got instagram?

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I do! Check it out: instagram.com/simplecarguy

@DR_socal 4 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2011 bmw z4 sdrive35is in January of this year. I am absolutely in love with it... my only complaint is the run flats. I've already replaced all the problem gaskets (minus the valve cover). I really hope to own this car till I'm super old... keep it as a classic, so I agree on the car design as I also think it will become a collectors item.

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

You bought the best version of the car (if you don't mind not having a manual) and I think it will keep it's value and go up in value for many years. BMW doesn't make cars like this anymore. Hope you keep it healthy and drive it for many many years! I swapped the run flats and only use them in the winter, 100% recommend. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/puCUmJN0nKyXZ30.html

@DR_socal 4 жыл бұрын

@@SimpleCarGuy thank you.... if you don't mind me asking, how much did you get your m4 wheels for? Also, did you have to adjust the ecu to not signal a tire pressure issue/code? I want to eliminate runflats next after I switch out all the bushings.

@SimpleCarGuy 4 жыл бұрын

@@DR_socal didn't see your response, sorry! I paid around $1300 with good tires on it. It was a great deal, I see them around $2000 with good tires (I sold the tires $500). If your car is older than 2013, you will need new sensors. If it's newer the same sensors 'should' work, just need to be registered.