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BMW's modern premium two-seater features a fresh modern design also all-new chassis
The all-new BMW Z4 roadstermarks another highlight in BMW's modern design strategy, also sets modern standards for premium roadsters. When it's predecessor, the BMW Z3 roadster, was introduc
ed in 1995 [as a '96 model), it captured people's attention - in particular with it's public debut as James Bond's modern company machine in Goldeneye also virtually created the premium roadster segment. Its replacement is so completely revised that it will carry a modern designation - BMW Z4.
The modern Z4 is a modern interpretation of every the classic roadster features - a long also sweeping hood, a long wheelbase, short overhangs also a low seating position in a cockpit that is set back. The design of the machine is every modern also characterized by the intri
guing interplay of convex also concave surfaces, hard edges also curves. This interplay of surfaces creates modern transitions of light also shadow from every angle, giving the Z4 an eye-catching visual character.
The modern body offers the roadster aficionado not only a spacious cockpit with a design that echoes the sophisticated nature of the exterior, it too boasts a large luggage compartment offering a
bout nine cubic feet of space, that is large enough for two golf bags. The soft roof comes with a heated glass rear window also folds in a Z-shaped configuration. An integrated tonneau cover eliminates the need for an attachable boot. The available fully automatic top can be raised or lowered in about 10 seconds.
Available with a choice of two high-torque in-line sixes, the Z4 roadster 2.5i [184-horsepower] offer additional than enough power to keep things interesting. The Z4 roadster car 3.0i will be available with a choice of 6-speed manual or 5-speed STEPTRONIC automatic, while the Z4 roadster 2.5i offers a 5-speed manual or STEPTRONIC aut
omatic
. Next spring a Sequential Manual Gearbox [SMG] will be available in both models. The Z4's handling will establish modern benchmarks. The suspension is a modified version of the highly acclaimed suspension from the 3 Series. Dynamic Drive Control [DDC), available as an option, features a "Sport" Button. It provides above every additional spontaneous acceleration also power at the touch of the gas pedal, quicker steering, as well as an abov
e every additional aggressive shifting program for the five-speed automatic transmission.
The Z4's wide track, extremely low center of gravity, optimum 50:50 weight distribution also very precise electric power steering help give the modern Z4 it's outstanding agility. Fade-free high-performance brakes, basic Run-Flat tires also Dynamic Stability Control [DSC] with an on-demand traction mode contribute to outstanding safety in every cruising situations.
Standard features of the modern Z4 include a leather sports steering wheel, sport seats, a rollover safety system, also remote entry system. Options available at extra cost include a DVD-based navigation system with 16:9 display that retracts into the instrument panel, a premium sound system with Carver technology for powerful bass reproduction, also an integrated hands-free phone.
The BMW Z4 roadster will be available for sale in the US market this fall, then will make it's appearance in Europe in spring 2003. As before, the modern roadster will be built in Spartanburg, SC.
