Decisions, Decisions!!!.......

SCBMW02 · 05-27-2009, 11:23 AM

Had a 1.9 Z3, a 2.5 Z3 and a Z3 M Roadster, now I am wanting another 2 seat roadster. I love the look of the new Z4 (saw one at the dealer), but a little disappointed with the handling as tested by the magazines. Currently have the new M3 so I don't really need M like characteristics, plus I am sure it feels great on mountain roads none the less. Given the price I am deciding between it and the Boxster S. I think on looks and everything else I am leaning toward the BMW. I guess it is more a very sporty cruiser than full tilt sports car like the Porsche. Now if they make an M version it is a no brainer, but I suppose I can get close with mods. Thoughts?

jlstyle · 05-27-2009, 11:32 AM

I would go with P car since you already have a M.

155MPH · 05-27-2009, 07:14 PM

THis is a tough choice because you will always feel like you have a baby porsche if you go with the Boxster. And I have driven the Boxster and my Z4M and there is no way I would want the Boxster. You sit way to far forward and what's with the stupid exhaust pipe coming smack out of the middle of the ass end. Makes it look like a sphincter.

patrice03 · 05-28-2009, 12:43 AM

definively go for the Porsche.. central engine, superb driving, porsche still leads .

strider41 · 05-28-2009, 01:30 PM

Based on your post, it sounds to me that you still want a car with sports car performance. Go with the Porsche. The Z4 is a luxury cruiser. The Z4 30i with adaptive suspension that I drove doesn't handle as well as my E92 with sports suspension and has a softer ride.

BlackjackMulligan · 05-31-2009, 02:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 155MPH

You sit way to far forward and what's with the stupid exhaust pipe coming smack out of the middle of the ass end. Makes it look like a sphincter.

lol.

Yes, you sit further forward in the Boxster because the Boxster is a mid engine vehicle. Which just happens to be the best place to have the engine.

155MPH · 05-31-2009, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by BlackjackMulligan

lol.

Yes, you sit further forward in the Boxster because the Boxster is a mid engine vehicle. Which just happens to be the best place to have the engine.

But not the best place to sit! And that sphincter!

alexckma · 06-01-2009, 08:47 AM

I dont think they are pulling out an M version for the Z4.. not in the US anyway... the sales apparently werent that great... but don't ask me for official news... cuz I don't remember where I read it... but it was a while back

05-27-2009, 11:23 AM	#1
SCBMW02 Second Lieutenant 125 Rep 237 Posts Drives: 2019 X5 40i and 2022 Z4 M40i Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florence,South Carolina iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 BMW Z4 M40i [0.00] 2019 BMW X5 40i [0.00]	Decisions, Decisions!!!....... Had a 1.9 Z3, a 2.5 Z3 and a Z3 M Roadster, now I am wanting another 2 seat roadster. I love the look of the new Z4 (saw one at the dealer), but a little disappointed with the handling as tested by the magazines. Currently have the new M3 so I don't really need M like characteristics, plus I am sure it feels great on mountain roads none the less. Given the price I am deciding between it and the Boxster S. I think on looks and everything else I am leaning toward the BMW. I guess it is more a very sporty cruiser than full tilt sports car like the Porsche. Now if they make an M version it is a no brainer, but I suppose I can get close with mods. Thoughts?
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jlstyle Lieutenant Colonel 357 Rep 1,762 Posts Drives: Porsche Panamera Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2014 Audi S7 [0.00] 2015 BMW X5 [0.00]	I would go with P car since you already have a M.
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strider41 Private First Class 5 Rep 158 Posts Drives: 335 E92 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Alexandria, VA iTrader: (0)	Based on your post, it sounds to me that you still want a car with sports car performance. Go with the Porsche. The Z4 is a luxury cruiser. The Z4 30i with adaptive suspension that I drove doesn't handle as well as my E92 with sports suspension and has a softer ride. __________________ 08 E92 335i, Crimson Red, Black Leather, Aluminum, Premium, Sport, Step, Paddles, Heated seats, IPOD/USB and HD radio.
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alexckma Lieutenant 30 Rep 518 Posts Drives: P. Panorama 10, L Gallardo 05 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hong Kong, Canada iTrader: (0)	I dont think they are pulling out an M version for the Z4.. not in the US anyway... the sales apparently werent that great... but don't ask me for official news... cuz I don't remember where I read it... but it was a while back
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