[RigaTony1982]

Originally Posted by stlcdr

Will this be the first, or second, Thundernight in a forum members hands? I think pictures have been posted, but the thundernight and ivory is going to be definitely something to look at! Looking forward to seeing some real pictures!

Just saw this on Autotrader, if anyone is curious.

https://www.bmwofdevon.com/new/BMW/2023-BMW-Z4-devon+pa-597825440a0e094a5d4028938e54e995.htm?utm_source=au totrader.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=auto trader_listings

[ZMcruiser]

Congrats! Consider joining the Z Series Car Club of America (ZSCCA.org). We are an active bunch, and our annual ZFEST is in Branson in August. That's just a hop, skip and jump from you.
Might I suggest Cocomats (https://www.cocomats.com) for your car. We have them in our three BMWs, and very pleased. They don't slide around and wear as quickly as the OEM ones.

[Westside Guy]

Originally Posted by ZMcruiser

Congrats! Consider joining the Z Series Car Club of America (ZSCCA.org). We are an active bunch, and our annual ZFEST is in Branson in August. That's just a hop, skip and jump from you.
Might I suggest Cocomats (https://www.cocomats.com) for your car. We have them in our three BMWs, and very pleased. They don't slide around and wear as quickly as the OEM ones.

We will have to agree to disagree on the mats. I have found that the OEM rubber mats are really durable and they definitely do not slide around. My wife's mats in her 2021 228i aren't showing any wear or tear and after a year and 5 months the ones in my 2022 Z4 look virtually brand new.

[Cliffj335]

Originally Posted by RigaTony1982

Unless something changed, you don't need the wireless charger to have the digital key. The digital key was part of the "Comfort Access" entry. If you don't have the wireless charger, the area where it would be has an NFC symbol on it for use with the key. If you do have the charger, there is also a battery symbol on the pad as well.

I am speaking from the 3 series here, but I assume it would be the same on the Z4.

I have a 22 Z4M40i with a Jul 1st build date. The wireless charging pad was not available, and without the charging pad, the digital key was deleted as well. I don't think I will miss either.

[RigaTony1982]

Originally Posted by Cliffj335

I have a 22 Z4M40i with a Jul 1st build date. The wireless charging pad was not available, and without the charging pad, the digital key was deleted as well. I don't think I will miss either.

I think I’ve used the digital key maybe 2-3 times in the 2 years I’ve had my car. Since I gotta carry house keys anyway, just easier to use the car key.

[stlcdr]

Originally Posted by Westside Guy

We will have to agree to disagree on the mats. I have found that the OEM rubber mats are really durable and they definitely do not slide around. My wife's mats in her 2021 228i aren't showing any wear or tear and after a year and 5 months the ones in my 2022 Z4 look virtually brand new.

Yes, the OEM mats have a velcro backing that attaches to pads on (actually through) the carpet. They are stuck down very well. I would recommend them (I changed them out to Weathertech because I didn't like the way my heel felt on the rubber, not a knock against the mats).

[Julie]

Originally Posted by ZMcruiser

Congrats! Consider joining the Z Series Car Club of America (ZSCCA.org). We are an active bunch, and our annual ZFEST is in Branson in August. That's just a hop, skip and jump from you.
Might I suggest Cocomats (https://www.cocomats.com) for your car. We have them in our three BMWs, and very pleased. They don't slide around and wear as quickly as the OEM ones.

Thanks! I will check it out!

[WillC94]

Originally Posted by RigaTony1982

I think I’ve used the digital key maybe 2-3 times in the 2 years I’ve had my car. Since I gotta carry house keys anyway, just easier to use the car key.

Get smart door locks, they're cheap and work amazing in the 2 years we've them. I can go entirely keyless, open the car with my phone/watch and the doors Auto Unlock when I pull into the garage.

[StanDiego]

Originally Posted by Julie

Thanks! I will check it out!

Sadly, the St. Louis group doesn't appear to be very active. Apparently, they're struggling to find someone to step up to be area rep.

[OVERLND99]

Originally Posted by StanDiego

Sadly, the St. Louis group doesn't appear to be very active. Apparently, they're struggling to find someone to step up to be area rep.

I have also looked at joining, but the closest chapter is 5 plus hours away. That makes for a long Saturday trip just to meet u and go home the same day. That what I get for living where I do I guess.

[IM2C]

Originally Posted by Julie

Oh! oops, should I not refer to it as an "M model"? I really just meant its my first one with the higher performance engine. I'm a newb so forgive my misuse of the terminology!

Congrats and here you go!

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Originally Posted by Julie

Oh! oops, should I not refer to it as an "M model"? I really just meant its my first one with the higher performance engine. I'm a newb so forgive my misuse of the terminology!

A lot of the test reports in the magazines call it an M-Lite. Seems to fit pretty well.

[JustChris]

Originally Posted by BEAR-AvHistory

A lot of the test reports in the magazines call it an M-Lite. Seems to fit pretty well.

Sweet spots on most of the ranges IMO but ETTO

[Mastakko]

Originally Posted by Westside Guy

Congrats on your new toy, the color definitely makes a statement!

You may wish to save $500 on the wireless charging option which has had too many issues reported on this forum. Do a search and you will find numerous posts about overheating.

Instead you may wish to add the active cruise control for $550 which I really wanted but couldn't get on my 2022 because the car was already at a dealer without it and I didn't want to wait for a new factory build.

Also consider the BMW all weather rubber floor mats that are great looking and will protect your carpet from the elements that you will track into your car. In my opinion, these mats give the interior a sleek, hi tech look.

The wireless charging works excellently for me I guess it maybe just depends on phone type?

[StanDiego]

Originally Posted by Mastakko

The wireless charging works excellently for me I guess it maybe just depends on phone type?

What type do you have, is it in a case, is it a magsafe case? I'm just curious if certain criteria affect overheating more than others.

Mine is an iPhone 13 Pro in a magsafe case typically running Waze and Apple Music, possibly a triple whammy for overheating.

[RigaTony1982]

Originally Posted by StanDiego

What type do you have, is it in a case, is it a magsafe case? I'm just curious if certain criteria affect overheating more than others.

Mine is an iPhone 13 Pro in a magsafe case typically running Waze and Apple Music, possibly a triple whammy for overheating.

I’ve used an iPhone 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max and 14 Pro Max with the charger in my 3 series. No cases. Still overheats the phone. I have a wireless charger on my desk, and it works fine, so I’m leaning towards it being the charger and not the phone.

[Westside Guy]

Originally Posted by RigaTony1982

I’ve used an iPhone 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro Max and 14 Pro Max with the charger in my 3 series. No cases. Still overheats the phone. I have a wireless charger on my desk, and it works fine, so I’m leaning towards it being the charger and not the phone.

This is why I have suggested that people save $500 and not order the wireless charging option.

[stlcdr]

Originally Posted by Westside Guy

This is why I have suggested that people save $500 and not order the wireless charging option.

I find that wireless CarPlay works very well (however, I currently prefer the BMW navigation over Apple Maps - but do miss a lot of the maps features).

[OVERLND99]

Originally Posted by Westside Guy

This is why I have suggested that people save $500 and not order the wireless charging option.

If it makes you happy to know...I took your advice and did not order the wreless charger. I don't miss it. I have not had a point yet that I was so desperate for a charge that a small USB charging cable couldnt handle.

I actually keep two short USB charging cables in a small case in the arm rest, so if my wife and I both forgot to charge our phones we just use those. No need for a phone oven in the car.

[RigaTony1982]

Originally Posted by stlcdr

I find that wireless CarPlay works very well (however, I currently prefer the BMW navigation over Apple Maps - but do miss a lot of the maps features).

You don’t need the charger for wireless CarPlay though. But yes, CarPlay works great.

[Westside Guy]

Originally Posted by stlcdr

I find that wireless CarPlay works very well (however, I currently prefer the BMW navigation over Apple Maps - but do miss a lot of the maps features).

I don't have wireless charging in my 2022 and also use wireless CarPlay every time I get behind the wheel and it works perfectly To me they are totally separate issues.

As for GPS, when I drive at night I like the way the BMW nav appears in my HUD. I wish that BMW would integrate Waze and Google maps into the HUD as in my opinion Waze is the best nav program to use.

[Westside Guy]

Originally Posted by OVERLND99

If it makes you happy to know...I took your advice and did not order the wreless charger. I don't miss it. I have not had a point yet that I was so desperate for a charge that a small USB charging cable couldnt handle.

I actually keep two short USB charging cables in a small case in the arm rest, so if my wife and I both forgot to charge our phones we just use those. No need for a phone oven in the car.

My wife and I both use a coiled 3 foot charging cable so there is never a cable hanging over the side of the center console.