Introducing the 2023 BMW Z4 Roadster LCI Refresh

//M235ixD · 09-27-2022, 05:43 PM

Nice looking car!! I would definitely buy one in a year or two. Comparing with Porsche 718 Z4 has more standard options and sound better!!

IcewaterPete · 09-27-2022, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by PKL

no one wants a hardtop because its too heavy, makes the car too heavy, sacrifices driving dynamics. why do you think all the convertibles have moved away from hard top?

While true that weight and driving dynamics are an issue, a bigger issue for the manufacturers is the complexity and cost.

G01_nyc · 09-27-2022, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Drj161

I wouldn't mind getting a z4m40i coupe if they made one. Would easily be the best looking 2 door BMW has to offer

Love the E86 M coupe!

Bahn360Photo · 09-27-2022, 06:43 PM

Nice color!

How is this car slower then z35is?!

I recently picked up an iz and had a quick street pull vs m40 and pulled away relatively easily.

How is that possible with 335 Hp n54 vs 382 hp b58…

I like the interior and rear, the front I prefer older body

Side lines of previous gen are art

ToysArs · 09-27-2022, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Bahn360Photo

Nice color!

How is this car slower then z35is?!

I recently picked up an iz and had a quick street pull vs m40 and pulled away relatively easily.

How is that possible with 335 Hp n54 vs 382 hp b58…

I like the interior and rear, the front I prefer older body

Side lines of previous gen are art

Sorry this is unlikely unless z4 m40 was in the wrong gear or something. That car is incredibly quick.

figuec56 · 09-27-2022, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Game

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Originally Posted by Spydert

No mention of the manual?

I believe the manual is scheduled for MY24.

This car looks awesome. Would love to have a manual in skyscraper.

Where did you see that? If there is a manual m40i that will be my next car.

sq86 · 09-27-2022, 07:17 PM

Overall looks good. I agree with the others that the non-LCI looked better in the front, especially for the grilles. Disappointing there's no mention of a manual as that was the big appeal for me.

The Thundernight looks great on this.

raysspl · 09-27-2022, 07:48 PM

Anyone know if it has the curved M3 screen?

Tuxedo · 09-27-2022, 07:51 PM

been lurking in the g29 for a few weeks for the MT hype, def sad trombone plays as no MT, blasted. All hope isn't lost, it's my understanding the MT will get announced in December or January starting production March 2023. Fingers crossed

StanDiego · 09-27-2022, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by seezaleo79@gmail.com

Love the look but why no hardtop convertible?

It would be heavier, take longer to open and close, and take up nearly the entire trunk space. With the soft top, the trunk is huge by roadster standards. I love all those advantages in my '22.

Tuxedo · 09-27-2022, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by raysspl

Anyone know if it has the curved M3 screen?

no

StanDiego · 09-27-2022, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by raysspl

Anyone know if it has the curved M3 screen?

I haven't seen proof one way or another but everything I've read suggests close to zero chance of it, will stay with ID7 rather than moving to ID8.

antzcrashing · 09-27-2022, 08:14 PM

I can has manual transmission?!

n55f15 · 09-27-2022, 08:21 PM

I'm sure it's just me, but the front reminds me of the Z1

Game · 09-27-2022, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by figuec56

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Originally Posted by Game

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Originally Posted by Spydert

No mention of the manual?

I believe the manual is scheduled for MY24.

This car looks awesome. Would love to have a manual in skyscraper.

Where did you see that? If there is a manual m40i that will be my next car.

https://www.bmwblog.com/2022/07/12/bmw-z4-m40i-manual/

sq86 · 09-27-2022, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Tuxedo

been lurking in the g29 for a few weeks for the MT hype, def sad trombone plays as no MT, blasted. All hope isn't lost, it's my understanding the MT will get announced in December or January starting production March 2023. Fingers crossed

I hope you're right!

sq86 · 09-27-2022, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by raysspl

Anyone know if it has the curved M3 screen?

No, it keeps the iDrive 7 system from my understanding.

Jimjamz · 09-27-2022, 10:44 PM

Nice. I could see on first pass if it's out in manual. Can anyone confirm?

giacMeister · 09-28-2022, 12:22 AM

looks cool to me

ihbase · 09-28-2022, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimjamz

Nice. I could see on first pass if it's out in manual. Can anyone confirm?

Yes, at the Toyota dealer.

SANK_CH · 09-28-2022, 01:18 AM

You can already configure it on BMW Switzerland.

________ · 09-28-2022, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Bahn360Photo

Nice color!

How is this car slower then z35is?!

I recently picked up an iz and had a quick street pull vs m40 and pulled away relatively easily.

How is that possible with 335 Hp n54 vs 382 hp b58…

I like the interior and rear, the front I prefer older body

Side lines of previous gen are art

Classic 1 car race.
Next time make sure the other person is aware both are racing.

The Hyundai Genesis forums are full of threads of people that beat M3s on street races…

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