The BMW Z4 has aged very well future classic for sure.

Had a £3k one of these for a short time, most basic one, but we loved it.

Great review. I'm in my 50's and of average health. I've been running one for 18months and have developed a method for getting out that involves pushing off with my right hand on the sill. It stops you making the "grunt" sound. LOL.

After selling my 911 to buy a house, I bought a Z4M as a stop gap fun weekend toy. I’ve always liked the look of these modern classics and that e46 m3 engine is chaos. It’s a keeper for sure. They are just going up in value now...

I've driven my Z4 2003 thousands of miles, roadtripping the country in a few months, I've owned it for close to 2 years as a daily driver and I can tell you for a fact that it's very reliable! I've only had to fix the casual plastic parts that break, but overall the engine and the car is bulletproof! I've had a Toyota that broke down more than my Z4! This car is very underrated!

Nice motor; would definitely consider one as I'm approaching that mid-life crisis time.

I have the 3 litre E89 Z4 although not as hardcore as this one, it's still fantastic and I like the fact that it is both a coupe and convertible thanks to the hard top. Even at 10 years old the design hasn't aged the two women who design the interior and exterior of this car have done real fine job!

That and the Honda S2000 have aged very well👍🏻

The BEST Z4 review by a long margin was made from an owner's colleague (and on top of that the owner didn't know that his car was driven and reviewed)! 😂 well done for all that information you included in a less than 10min video !

I had an Alpina Coup 3.0 Straight 6 years ago. Nothing since from them seems to have Classic feel about them. One car i do regret selling.Just felt so well built.

Nice review. I had a 2007 3.0SI with the 6 speed for a few years. It was great fun driving back and forth from work (highway driving). It was an absolute blast merging from an on-ramp. Mine had cup holders that would pop out from the dash. Not great, but, they were there. I eventually swapped out the run-flats for Michelin PS2s which improved the driving experience tremendously, as yes, the run flats tram-line and make the car very ‘darty’. Thanks for the memories!

There ARE cupholders, you have to press a little button on your right ( near the stearing wheel ) and they pop out - i have the same model myself

Greetings from New Zealand and your latest subscriber. I bought my 2006 Z4 three years ago. Prior to that and over the past 30 years I’d owned Porsche 928’s, ( two of which were 5speed manuals and an S4 auto) The Z4 is my first BMW and I absolutely love it. What I particularly like is that it brought back for me the simple pleasure of driving for the hell of it, not that the 928’s weren’t fun, but they weren’t able to drop their roofs which is why I went for the Z4 as it reminded me of my 1973 TR6 from my younger days. So yes by all means the Z4 is a fabulous car to drive and to own

Love the looks, I had the Z4M hard top in black and it was the car of my dreams. I still regret selling it and I will buy another one one day. 10/10 would recommend.

Took your advice and got a 2003 3.0 Z4 as a weekend toy. Got the auto as I drive a manual every day and think the auto box suits the car. Was going to go for a 2.0 as at the time the reviews of it were good but so glad I watched this and went for the bigger engine. And it has a sport button you actually want to press now and again! And like you said about short-term owners cherishing it, the previous owner had just stuck four new regular (not run flat) tyres on it so the ride is just perfect for a little sports car.

Really liked the Z4 when it came out with its dramatic modern styling. Still looks fresh.

what i like the most about the car is its looks. a massive bonnet and unique rear end. it also doesnt scream german car.

Thanks, I wouldn’t have had this car on my radar but this has wetted my appetite

God, yes. Love the Z8 just as much. Great piece of design. Same is true for the first generation Z4. Just a very timeless styling.

Hi Matt… Christmas greetings. I love your videos.. very engaging and informative (the BBC could do with recruiting you for Top Gear). I love my Z4 (2003 - 3 Ltr) which I’ve had for 3 yrs. apart from the usual maintenance issues for its age, it’s been a great car. Very reliable and quite economic. All the best for 2023… keep those videos coming. 👍

Cheers Matt - watch all of your review and been looking forward to the Z4 coming up. bought a 2L 07 SE in Feb with 115k miles on it. Under £3k so cant complain. Great car despite the low power. Drives like new. Really been looked after (bmw service every year). Would recommend getting the drains cleared from the roof.

Around month ago picked up z3 2001 , sport package., came with all 4 new alloy wheels all 4 new tires and roof was replaced last summer, full service history ( owners son owns bmw dealership so well looked after) all invoices provided! Paid 500€ for it here in Germany .. bought it as an investment, it’s now my daily driver! Love it ! Sometimes you just happen to be at right place right time to find a deal! Nevertheless great video! Happy I found your channel!

Well done Matt you did it ( Fifty thousand Subs ) 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 A great achievement in such a short space of time, and may I say totally deserved 👍👍👍👍👍 Steve

Great car , love it even with its little faults, it is beautiful looking stylish, one of BMW;s triumphs, even though the critics panned it, brilliant car, would love one in the dark blue they did it in. Great to see it get a review , buy it from your mate go on buy it!

Very informative and entertaining report, made me think differently about the used car market, and I did laugh at your concerns at IKEA.

Great video as always, that was a long run to the supermarket, stay safe.

About to close purchase on one and your review affirms everything I thought during my test drive! Wasn't the plan yesterday! But what are yuh gonna do, you can't take the money with yuh! My Golf Clubs fit, so practicality be damned! For a year at least! Thanks again for the excellent review!

I was looking at the Z4, but went for the SLK 350, because i wanted the security and rigidity of a hard roof, but it can turn into a convertible in seconds, nice review.

I was lucky enough to have one of the 3.0L manuals back in the day, and it was a really great car with an amazing engine. The sound from that inline 6 cylinder was lovely. I struggled with the run-flat tyres too, but overall I found it was amazing. I got 35mpg+ on the motorway, which is insane given how powerful it was. This is one of my all-time favourite cars.

Wife has a 2.0 Z4, she absolutely loves it. Too right about the ride, I must admit, I love it too. Great fun. 👍🏼

Excellent. Love watching your reviews 👍👍👍

Great video with straight up points 👌

really enjoyed that thanks just one caution, I drove for 25 years and never had a flat then (with a BMW on run flats) had 2 a year 3 years in a row so i was glad of the run flats!

Love the reviews of all your videos mate. Keeping me from going nuts in lockdown. Keep her lit from millisle northern Ireland

1st gen Z4s are still among the best looking cars BMW has made to my eyes, especially the coupe. I see no point in going for an auto roadster though...

Great video mate. Been considering a Z4 as a weekend runner!

My z4 is 17 years old now with 110,000 miles. Still drives well. Other than two lower front ball joints and a brake sensor ( both common faults) its cost very little over the last 5 years I’ve owned it. Considering what it cost to buy and run, its a great fun per pounds :-)

Excellent review as a 3.0 Z4 owner I think you nailed that. My 76k 03 cost me 4K and drives fantastic, dire ride on rough roads though 😩

This is a very underrated roadster I've enjoyed 05 so far. Minimal maintenance required and car looks very sleek for 2020. 146k an running fine

Super insightful on the multiple ownership snd one owner cars . It’s all about how the car has been cared for . Many people who can afford to buy a toy for driving , can afford the jump around money wise till they get the perfect car for their lifestyle. Not necessarily the one they thought would be best. Great review, really enjoyed your insight and fun on point comments. Cheers !

Good honest review Mat. I have had my E 85 Z4 for nine years now, it’s a 2007 2.0 M Sport. I do wish on hindsight I bought the 3.0 si, but I was worried about fuel consumption. But hindsight is lovely isn’t it. I have had a fantastic nine years with my Z4, she has been reliable as a Toyota Corolla, only problem I have had on a regular occurrence is the rear springs are liable to break (not in a dangerous way) due to the geometry. I fitted normal tyres straight away & they made a world of difference to the ride. The tramline tendencies disappeared & the ride comfort improved massively. Great car, it’s light, cheap to service, fabric hood is a work of genius & in my opinion, it still looks a million dollars for the buck!

Another great review👍am local to where you test drive enjoy guessing the roads you use😄

Another cracking review, you make some very good points regarding multiple owners, I bought an 6 owner 2007 335i convertible last autumn with a view to running it for remainder of last year, and summer this year then moving it on, values still seem to be around what I paid last year but as we haven't been anywhere this year, and with whats going on seems no point in trying to sell it at the moment. Its hardly done any more miles since last year and has had some love and kept on a trickle charger, I think its 6 previous owners have showed it a bit of love as have I and being a seasonal car it hasn't got crazy mileage either, I'll miss it when its gone!

Great review. Last of the Bangle designed BMWs I believe...

Good review Mat. I have the 3.0si coupe on an 07. High mileage at 164 but it runs like a Swiss watch. I often think of selling it as I hardly use it but then I look at its ass and I just can't. It's beautiful! Always a buzz to see you put a new video up! 👍👍

Another great video. Great commentary as always, full of info wrapped in good humour. A splendid way to enjoy a good cup of tea and settle down after a long night shift. This one of particular interest as last autumn I treated myself to the Z4 Coupe as a weekend car that is quite possibly cherished more than the average household pet! I have always been very fond of these Z4s, especially the Coupe which feels something bordering on rare due to the scarcity of them sighted on the roads (I believe they were only produced between 2006-2008). A great engine (the n52 3.0) which sounds delicious and although subjective, I would say a design that is classic coupe, especially when considering the dimensions, seating position etc, gorgeous. Interestingly reading some of the comments, found myself nodding in agreement. A gentleman mentioned about the piping which goes to the bulkhead, I myself have removed one of the sponge filters (at the bulkhead end) which resulted in a slight increase of engine noise in the cabin (not too much were it becomes tiresome) but enough to hear that gorgeous sound a little more. I also found the mention of tramlining relevant. Mine does not have the runflats fitted, I have Pirelli P Zeros but I still find that she tramlines. Slight amendments in tyre pressure can improve it a little but I have read that it can be improved further with fitment of Goodyear Eagle F1s.

I have a 2003 E85 as my second mid life crisis car. (It replaced an MGB that I could not really drive anymore for health reasons). Got the 3.0i and six speed and it is awesome fun. Oddly mine has cupholders but yes the interior storage space is not at all great. Boot is pretty good though for a little car. Seats are comfortable as and as a fat middle aged office worker I can manage getting in and out just fine. The run flats are a pain and yes tram lining can be an issue. Especially on actual tramlines. Still it is fast, agile, economic and so much fun to drive. I am really happy with my Z4 - it is a fantastic ride. Mine has had two previous owners and 135000 kms on the clock and I have had to replace a water pump. Good review by the way.

Love the fact that you just get on with the video, no bs intros, no likecommentsub begging and such.

Thanks for your honest views thank you be safe

Congrats on the 50k mate!! Well deserved!!

Another great honest review Matt, thank you. At my age and disability, I might get in to something like this, but I would never be able to get out of the bloody thing. It's the type of car you really don't get in and out off, you just wear it.

Lovely Jubbly, always a good choice of cars to watch.

Great review as always 👍😎

I like the styling of the Z4, my aunt had a 2011 Z4 and it was nice but I was far too tall for it which meant I would be unable to drive it. Great review

very good review. thank you

Had a Z4 3.0 , 9 plate, manual , metal top, great car

Been watching your videos for a while as you're based not too far from me so I've always tried to guess the routes you take!! Your presenting quality has much improved since you started and you review some interesting cars but it would be nice see some more quirky and rarer vehicles. Although yes, they don't sell as easily!

Keep your vids coming. Ideal lockdown entertainment....

I have owned a 3.0 coupe and a Z4M coupe (neither with run flats), fun cars, but I owned a Z3M coupe before that and it was so much more fun, especially after a bit of suspension work, that’s the only car I wish I still had.

My misses had a silver z3 with a 6 cylinder 2 litre engine , that apparently they didn’t import many to the uk , wasn’t a bad car , she then looked at a nice z4 but didn’t bother and bought something else , cheers Shane uk 🇬🇧 I personally don’t like the shape of the z4 and think the curvy z3 looked better to my eyes , thanks Shane

Just bought one about a month ago, and god I love it! Most of the equipment you mention missing from it were in fact optional extras (which you probably know). Mine is a 5-spd 2.5i (the 192hp version). It came up for sale quite near where I live, it had decent mileage, it had all the typical Z4 stuff sorted (like the roof) and I managed to get it for a good price so I just went for that one instead of spending a couple of grand more and having to keep looking for the right one. But to be fair, it is quite enough in terms of performance. Wouldn't go for the 2.2/2.0 though. Also I have to say, I would take (which I did) the 5-spd 2.5i over an automatic 3.0i any day of the week. Like you said, I think the manual suits the car MUCH better. Mine also has heated seats and cup holders, which is nice :-)

Have the later Z4, love that car, had a 2009 car 9 years now, scary how time passes.

On the centre console there is a sport button. It makes the throttle response quicker and sharpens the steering. On the back of the engine is a tube going into the firewall. Inside are two filters. Remove one or both and it lets more engine sound into the cabin. Hehe

Another no B/S review there Matt excellent !

Chest of drawers! 🤣 Cheers, Mat.

Own a couple of Z4's they are a beautiful design and just great fun to drive.

Excellent review - informative, entertaining and amusing. Thanks for brightening up these dull and boring lockdown days. By the way, stunning scenery. Anywhere near Buxton?

My z4 has heated seats but no cupholders they are all optional accessories, the cupholders are the rarest thing I know in an otherwise usual sports car. I know they exist I've seen videos about them but every z4 on sale does not have them. Also getting out of the car has one secret to it. You have to get up in one single motion while holding your arm onto the seat to kinda bounce up. And while getting in just get in there ass first to the seat and throw your legs in with the same motion. Otherwise it looks really dumb and you'll make the noises. If the roof is down getting up and in is so much easier you can just hop in over the door without even opening it (that requires a little practice) but it's a cool party trick

I’ve got one of these and I think that though you made the comparison to the mx5 there is a further point to be made on them; these seem really affected by what you just got out of. If you got out of a 3 series or a hatch they tend to feel very ‘sporty’. If you got out of an mx5 or an mr2 (my precious cars) then they can feel big and cumbersome in comparison. They aren’t just one of the smaller convertibles with more power, they are much more refined which is both good and bad. They’re quicker, and the engine feels fantastic, but on a B road it isn’t quite as engaging as the others. That said, I love it and though I’ve spent a relatively large amount of money in my first 12 months of ownership, none of the costs are scary. About 900 for a huge service to catch it up on everything plus brake discs and pads on the rear, 250 water pump, 200 to move the motor as a preventative, new set of rear tyres on the back. None of these are costs you wouldn’t incur on another car that was at the same stage in its service history as mine was when I bought it. Added to that, at 115k miles it honestly feels tight as a drum. Nothing rattles, nothing squeaks and the engine is superb. Additionally, on the owners forums there’s a few cars that have hit 300k miles without any real problems. They’re great, solid cars as long as you’re happy with something that’s slightly more cruiser than all in sports car

Congrats Mate 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌 You have reached 50k Well done Matt excellent stuff. Hopefully, I am the first to notice. Reg`s Steve.

Another well made video. Personally I prefer the Boxster, but I do think these are a better looking car.

I got a black z4 2.5 si. It definitely has cup holders on the far right and left. Make sure you buy the 'SI' version , they are much better than the regular ones . I know as I had one of the originals before switching to the SI

Nice concise review. I had a 2.5si from new for 11years....engaging the sport button quickened the throttle response but more importantly tightened the steering which helped negate the tram lining. One effectively sits over the rear axle and behind the fulcrum so the car turns in front of oneself, a great feeling. Looking forward to more of your reviews, tks, Neil (Ireland)

Congrats on 50k!

Great review! I have a very similar Z4, it's a 2006 3.0si with manual. I've had it for 4 years now and it is the most reliable car we have in my entire family! Nothing has ever gone wrong! Absolutely agree with the ride, it can be very harsh sometimes. The engine is brilliant, you just want to rev it more and more. Oh, and by the way, there are hidden cupholders under the side air vents :)

A down to earth review once again Matt! Would you ever review a Discovery 4 ?

Watching this way later than when it was uploaded, but i had a Z4 just like this but silver and manual, and they are incredible machines for the money. Even in 2023… greet car, never had an issue with it.

The biggest mistake I ever made was selling my Z4 Coupe 3.0 Sport with 28 k on the clock ...Prices are now on the rise and it will be a future classic.

I have a 2004 Z4 3.0i 6 speed manual (E85 model). M54 engine. Sport package. The car now has 60,000 original miles. If you have the time, skills, and find joy in maintaining the car, you will love it. The right tires make a huge difference in performance / handling. Front and rear tires are different sizes on my model, so forget about rotating the tires to extend tire life. The car is terrific in warm or cold dry weather. It is absolutely not drivable in the snow. There are aftermarket cup holders available because the factory cup holders are poorly designed. Overall, super fun and reliable over all these years but you must follow the maintenance schedule (for example change the oil annually even if it has not been driven many miles). Only use OE or OEM parts. Enjoy!

Nice car and another nice honest review....I've a decade on you & getting out of my CLK is becoming a tad undignified so sadly I'll have to give this pretty car a miss😪

Always liked the Z3 but much prefer the facelifted version, much nicer headlights

As a Z3 driver, I encourage you to try a 3.0 like mine, your POV will change for sure ;) But there is a but, your opinion will change only if you accept that a Z3 is more kind of an "old" ride, when a Z4 is a modern car. That means that a Z3 is much more "alive" and not rigorous, absolutely not efficient in its handling, whether the Z4 is a much better handling car, much more precise and rigorous, but it brings also a lot less fun ;)

Z4 is a very nice car and the new one is stunning.

There are cup holders, they pop out and sit below the side vents although they are fragile and often broken. At least they were present on my 2004 Z4

I love the coupé version. A design classic and that duck tail looks amazing.

Just bought a 630 and now on the look out for one of these. For less than the down payment in a miserable 4 pot diesel you can get yourself into one of these. Much more fun

Same engine in my clubsport. Fantastic engine and fnman regularly see high 30s on a run. Amazing noise, smooth power delivery. Just lovely

Great review thanks

Cracking little motor.... my boss had one, only traded it in when he got bored of getting out of it on his hands and knees but he was in his 50s

Z3 & Z4 don't do it for me, but the Z8 now THAT is a car! Saw one in the BMW development center outside Munich in 2000. They started it up (indoors) and that was it for me! They sound absolutely brilliant.

I had the 3.0 SMG and I loved it

A friend of mine has a Z8 for sale, low mileage, FSH absolutely mint condition and about 40k under trade price. He asked me the other day if I know anyone that would be interested cos he needed a quick sale, I immediately thought of you mate because I know you have always desired after one 👌👌 Before I contacted you I thought I would check if it had cupholders and a place to store your sunglasses, he replied no sorry it doesn't !!!!!!!!! my reply to him was no he wouldn't be interested then 🤣🤣🤣🤣

It was stated that the Z3 wasn’t a great car. I owned one and can confirm the statement was correct! Great review.

I have an 03....Love it.

Got my fifth and love it

Shaky ride definitely! I thought you were driving over the San Andreas fault ! Smart looking thing though 👍 Oh, many congratulations upon reaching the 50k club ! Truly deserved and long may you continue. Thanks for entertaining us , during this awful period 👍🚗

Sound advice 👍

The most helpful z4 vid 👍👍👍👍👍

Would love to hear your view on the e46 convertible , I know you’ve done an m3 cab but would be nice to hear your view on a 330ci cab and a ep3 type r soon buddy 🤙

Have been waiting for a Z4 review, so thanks for posting and being honest about the imperfections 👍I've always wanted a Z4 coupe of this era, such a beautiful thing (subjective, I know). Just not sure how it would work with a family in tow 🤔