BMW Z4 E85 and E86 (2002-2008) Second hand: from 6,000 euros!
The BMW Z4 debuted in 2002. Since then, the Z4 remains one of the most attractive two-seater with a more than interesting in the spot market price: from 6,000 euros!
He BMW Z4 It was disclosed in the Paris Motor Show 2002 and later that same year began marketing it. Although offered a similar approach, the Z4 roadster was larger than the Z3, a model who had enjoyed an impressive commercial success.
Initially, BMW Z4 riding a 3-liter six-cylinder versions 192 hp and 231 hp 2.5i and 3.0i for. There were two options for the gearbox, Manual 5 or 6 gears, as well automatic torque converter five-speed. In the BMW Z4 he featured as standard stability control, which meant a major improvement over the Z3 security.
In 2004 It was put on sale a slightly cheaper version equipped with 2.2-liter six-cylinder for which they are declared 170 hp, yield more than enough to enjoy this two-seater.
The BMW Z4 coupe arrived in 2006. On that occasion, he received a slight facelift and engine range is renewed. four cylinders 2 liter appears and 150 CV alternatively access while 3 liters offers 177, 218 and 265 hp for 2.5i, 2.5si and 3.0si. The icing puts it, however, version M equipped with engine 3.2 the M3 variant from 343 hp.
ANDn 2009 He appeared new version of the Z4 under internal name E89 surprising with a new retractable metal roof, which brought with it the logical disappearance of the Coupé version.
BMW Z4 second hand prices in the spot market
From 6,000 euros you can find Z4 from first generation in elmercado of used cars. Logically it is the oldest and generally quite high mileages on the scoreboard units, although it is true that this is a pretty reliable car, which he has always shown great strength. 3.0 liter engines in its various versions are the most recommendable, 2.2 also is quite satisfactory, while the 2.0 liter 150 HP is somewhat taken just for the claims and the variant model M is reserved to the more radical clientele. it is offered more excitement at the controls, but it is also the most expensive to maintain. The most expensive units can reach 20,000 €, but it is cars in recent years and very few kilometers on the scoreboard, which lie Z4 M exceed 30,000 €.
The mechanical of the BMW Z4 have demonstrated always a reliability and well maintained They can comfortably exceed 250,000 kilometers. More delicate is the six-cylinder version M. manual changes They are also very robust, but logically clutches have a limited life. Automatic transmission torque converter usually it fails after 150,000 km, especially if care is taken not to change the oil every 50,000 km, an operation that is not specified in the maintenance book. Z4 suspensions have always morons sin damping too soft, trying to compensate, somehow, the rigidity of Run Flat tires. Is more than likely to change the dampers Y in this case the most convenient mount Bilstein or Koni. Something similar happens with the silent-blocks of the rolling trains. The car is much improved if mounted guiding the Powerflex brand. hood BMW does not usually cause problems, but before buying should thoroughly review the canvas as both the opening and closing mechanism. It is also very important to check for leaks. It should be borne in mind that repairs can be quite expensive and complex.