Compare a Z3 to Z4

[Maine]

This spring I will purchase a used Z3 2001/2002 or a 2003 Z4. A 2001 Z3 is less money but which car should I choose?

 

[Big Daddy]

What do you want out of the car? A Z4 is roomier and has a more modern design, while the Z3 is more a retro look roadster. I have a 98 M roadster and love it. Personally I am not fond of the Z4 look, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder. An MZ4 is coming out soon, that would be sweet. Consider that the Z3's are no longer being made.

 

[Maine]

What about the ride of a Z3 and problems? Was there anything drastically wrong with any of the z3's?

 

[Big Daddy]

Try the link below for an interesting thread.

As far as the ride, mine has Dinan suspension and I have no problem with the ride. I had a 97 2.8 that was stock as far as ride and it too was fine.

Are Z3's Tearing Themselves Apart?

 

[jmcant1]

What do you want out of the car? A Z4 is roomier and has a more modern design, while the Z3 is more a retro look roadster. I have a 98 M roadster and love it. Personally I ma not fond of the Z4 look, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

Yep. I was exact opposite. Liked the Z3 but something about it just didn't do it for me. Love the look of the Z4... Rides really well, the quietest soft top I've ever been in.

 

[ronald]

I own a 2000 z3 m roadster.It is my toy.I think Illinois has the bumpyist streets in the usa.The ride is kinda rough,especially for my wife.I am glad I don't need the m roadster for a daily driver around chicago.

 

[Big Daddy]

I do not daily drive mine, but when I removed the H&R (Hard & Rough) springs and went to the Dinan the ride is 100% better and the handling felt smoother as well. Of course here in Washington most of our roads are in pretty good condition.

 

[paddyLV]

" Z3 vs Z4 "

Maine...

If you go with the Z4 be sure to get the 3.0 engine...

 

[Ben_Coleman]

I"m thinking about the same thing.