Hearing a modern car pulling away with the beautiful pauses of a manual gearbox...so refreshing! 😍
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Absolutely love it and so true!
@beatles4sale2007
8 күн бұрын
Green exterior and brown interior = great combo
@nafnaf0
7 күн бұрын
green and ivory white look great too (available in the US)
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Completely agree!
@Bimmer_Bill
7 күн бұрын
This car will hold its value very well. You’ll never see a manual bmw roadster ever again.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
So true, from 2025/26 they might be a thing of the past....
@vr4junkie385
6 күн бұрын
You think so I know Porsche holds there value very well you think this will be the same
@TheKatWeasel
5 күн бұрын
With all the controversy surrounding BMWs design language over the years I have to say, for me the Z4 has been a constant thing of beauty. Simply lovely!
@angelortunorubio6899
8 күн бұрын
Z4 & B58 engine… the perfect combo. Nice review, as always!
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Thank you!
@johngoodwin1710
8 күн бұрын
It’s like watching a car review from 10 years ago - and that’s a very good thing 👍
@nafnaf0
7 күн бұрын
Yeah this could have come out as all new 6 years ago. It is a good thing
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Haha yes so true!
@MikeMcDermott-wv7ew
3 күн бұрын
It’s a long time since I’ve watched a new bmw review and thought to myself, I could see myself in that. Fantastic 👌
@garyputtock4159
7 күн бұрын
Absolutely stunning car.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Beautiful isn't it!
@edward92128
7 күн бұрын
This is a great looking car - one of the nicer looking BMWs. It looks nice from all angles, which can’t be said about most of the other models in the range!
@jambear7862
7 күн бұрын
Absolutely spot on this and the 8 series are the only true BMW
@PeteSQ
7 күн бұрын
Indeed. I get so many compliments on my Z4 M40i, mainly from women, but also so many thumbs up from motorbikers
@schrimpf
7 күн бұрын
True…👍👍
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Agreed!
@markrhoden68
8 күн бұрын
Love my Z4 m40i, personally a manual option on a luxury two seater grand tourer/sports car isn't a priority, not to mention its an extra costs option. For me, the Z4 m40i is my old m140i but in a pretty summer dress. Enjoy the Porsche with its 90k price tag and no HUD 😂
@FatalityDiablo
7 күн бұрын
manual is for enthusiasts and people who go to the nordschleife on the weekends. lets be thankful there is still an option for it
@markrhoden68
7 күн бұрын
@FatalityDiablo fair enough, I just assumed as Joe said the Z4 isn't really a track tool, especially at the limit. But as you said at least the options there for those who desire
@eugenux
7 күн бұрын
@@FatalityDiablomanual is for people who love driving and driving engagement and involvement; ppl who spec automatics on their sports cars...don't deserve to be in sports cars; honestly, they should get back in their SUVs as that is what they actually prefer to drive.
@_M3NACE_
7 күн бұрын
The manual would be perfect for those who use it as a 2nd or 3rd car. I’d personally love a manual, top down Z4. Upgrade the turbo and use better fuel, 600+hp with the manual would be an experience like no other
@_M3NACE_
7 күн бұрын
Also, don’t forget the other upgrades you get with the package. Suspension/steering tuning among other options. That’s big for a non-M car
@froomer17
7 күн бұрын
I drive the G29 Z4, get so many comments of appreciation for the looks. As you say, there's not many on the road, which is why I purchased one!
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Awesome to hear!
@vr4junkie385
6 күн бұрын
What’s ur payment like and insurance??
@kevinneary2283
7 күн бұрын
Back to the BMW Joe we love 👍
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
🙏
@SChapps
7 күн бұрын
I’ve never really thought much of the sound of the B58, so many have been straight piped with pops and bang maps which just ruin it. But this one sounds fantastic. Sounds worlds better when mated to a manual as well rather than hearing an 8 speed auto softly going through the gears.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yes, this one definitely sounds better than other B58 engined cars, especially for something that meets 2024 euro regulations.
@aymansalameh3701
7 күн бұрын
It instantly feels like a future classic
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yes!!!
@philedwards7174
7 күн бұрын
I had a 2019 M40 for 4 years. It was a fantastic car. Rear traction was always interesting so the move up to larger rear wheels is a welcome improvement. I always did feel that 19s were a little small by today's standards. I also agree with Joe's comment about the ultimate handling. When fully engaged you really need to be at your most alert!! But a terrific roadster. And in my opinion a better daily than the Boxster
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Great to hear an owners prospective, thank you!
@ICalverz
Күн бұрын
It really does feel like this is the Z4’s swan song. I have an e85 Z4 in great condition. Still looks so modern imo. And so much fun to drive. I have to eventually get one of these before they all go.
@49tkscott
4 күн бұрын
I love how you lean forward when you accelerate, we all do it, but in retrospect it's a redundant action, but makes driving fun!
@Sevenduece
7 күн бұрын
In the US it's 382 hp 😊, detuned in Europe due to emission laws
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yep we get shafted by bent politicians over here, killing the enjoyment of driving 😏
@larryhoudini3331
6 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 But adding to the enjoyment of those that like to breathe. Nevertheless, a good review. I love my Z4.
@MRFUCKOFF202
5 күн бұрын
@@larryhoudini3331 Yes the air quality is so much better than 9 years ago when 0.03% of cars on the road were allowed to have less restrictive mufflers
@BryceBrown1
7 күн бұрын
Great review, Joe. Nice to see your genuine joy! Understandable that owners of these are doing their best to preserve them, very much an end of an era!
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Cheers buddy!
@jamesj590
7 күн бұрын
I never even knew this car exists...I have an M2, but this one has totally slipped by me. I love it!
@nickmatthews4939
20 сағат бұрын
It's great to see the Z4 pushed through Harry's corners 😂 This car is a bargain @ £63K, my Alpina Roadster cost £40K in 2004 (£70K plus allowing for inflation) A great YT vid BIG 👍🏻s up
@Tony-ob2ts
7 күн бұрын
Love the color and the fact that it’s a manual. Add that to the garage Joe!!!
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Haha wish I had the space and money to do that!
@ShaneOSullivan-q6l
5 күн бұрын
David's Z4 will always have a sentimental value to you. I remember you had it during the middle of winter. Lovely spec. You shot a great video with him when he detailed your own car. Well done Joe.
@Adam-M1
8 күн бұрын
That colour combo is beautiful.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Agreed!
@cephasmakuzva
7 күн бұрын
Colour combo with the package looks stunning and this is a cool sports car. Priced very well when compared to competition aswell. Manual 2 seater sports car with that b58. Drives engaging. I can tell you enjoyed this. Thanks Joe.
@nafnaf0
7 күн бұрын
The Z4 M40i is one of the best grand touring roadster sports car that I know of. It is very roomy inside (I am 6' 2" and it has enough space), rides really quite well (for a sports car), and with the top down is very quite. iDrive 7.5 is also excellent, and much better and easier to use than the iDrive 8 or iDrive 9. It is a solid car. Yes, stock it does sort of start to come apart when you push it 7/10th or 8/10ths. In that regard the Porsche Boxster GTS 4.0 is much better and handles much better overall. The Boxster GTS 4.0 is smaller, not nice inside (but built solidly), has a harsher ride, and is with the roof down is louder. For small roadster sports cars the two cars are kind at the opposite ends of the spectrum, the BMW Z4 M40i is more luxurious and grand touring, whereas the Boxster GTS 4.0 is more on the precise, incredibly well balanced, track rat end of the spectrum.
@Quickb3n
6 күн бұрын
Love my manual E89. No matter what they're doing with the main fleet, BMW always seem to do a great job with the Z4.
@frankengels5275
7 күн бұрын
Really nice video Joe, absolute joy to watch, beginning to end!
@jjefferyworboys8138
6 сағат бұрын
Have always considered the 3.0 BMW 6 cylinder engine to be one of the greats.
@faizelphilander6938
3 күн бұрын
The car looks VERY LUXURIOUS.💪💪
@erudite1579
Күн бұрын
Good to see the manual shifter back.
@Peanutdenver
7 күн бұрын
I drove one of these when my M4C was getting a service and it's a fantastic car and beautiful looking. Her in the States it comes with 382hp instead of the 340hp you get in the UK.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Ahh yes you guys get the full fat version, plus they sound better too thanks to lack of OPF filters etc... Would love to try one in the states one day!
@brentkassing3884
5 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1come to Kansas City, and I’ll let you drive mine, and treat you to the world’s best bbq.
@hilalabbas
Күн бұрын
It looks gorgeous. It's definitely better looking than the new 3 series
@pagen1963
6 күн бұрын
Thanks for a great review, Joe. You were driving the same press car wrangled by John Barker in his comparison test with the Toyota GR Supra 3.0 in Evo magazine issue 325. Well worth a read for those unfamiliar with his piece. Video reviews of the UK-spec car are almost non-existent to date, so kudos to you to have yours out there. Interestingly, of the handful of showroom cars listed on Autotrader, none of them appear to be fully factory optioned. The Visibility Package (high beam assist/adaptive LEDs) isn’t mentioned on any of them and the Comfort Pack (comfort access/heated steering wheel) isn’t optioned on some. The car is generously equipped enough, regardless and as a package I think BMW has hit the mark with real world manual (= driver engagement) appeal and terrific aesthetics. If only I could convince myself I no longer need my RS4 Avant Vorsprung…..
@K22MDL
4 күн бұрын
I've just ordered a new one from BMW stock and it has every option except high beam assist and active headlights, i.e. Visibility package. None seem to have been Spec'd with it. The former is a £200 upgrade via the BMW app, so will pay for that anyway. Looking forward to delivery
@AwgraphicsUk1973
8 күн бұрын
I hate using clichés, but the cornering shot at 18m 46s does make the car look like it's on rails. Superb ❤🔥
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Haha very true mate, it felt fast and when I watched that back it looked sped up 🫣
@peterkorbulak7598
4 күн бұрын
Always Loved Z4 Specially Top Dog Like This One ❤ Hidden Gem 💎 For Sure 🤘
@Themazcorner
7 күн бұрын
Haha the smile in the intro(and driving section! Thanks for the video as always buddy! Great package this car a "bit" on the heavy side :/
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Haha yes mate true happiness!
@pierrefidiman7500
2 күн бұрын
As usual, thanks for this marvelous review and for this test, Joe 🤩🙏🏻
@Bart9140
6 күн бұрын
Always loved my Z4 M40 and seeing this video makes me quiet nostalgic, what a great car it was. Wonder if I ever will say the same about my current i4 M50…
@danbatley7224
7 күн бұрын
Great video Joe as always, really connects with the car and very informative real life review! I have an e89 z4 and love it, that colour combo on that one tho is unreal!!! Love it 😊👍🏽
@RickTheSpud
6 сағат бұрын
You prefer a firmer box over a softer bush. Got it. 👊😉
@Abdi_Mohamed_
6 күн бұрын
Such a beautiful car, always wondered why I don’t see this vehicle often but the Audi TTS is EVERYWHERE
@BenjaminGT3
7 күн бұрын
Excellent review as always Joe! I absolutely love this car, the colour combo paired with a 6 speed and a B58 is just perfection.
@Illawarra13
7 күн бұрын
Great video Joe (as usual). Ich will eins!
@GoksCarLounge
7 күн бұрын
Lovely colour combo! 👌🏼
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Really is mate!
@markcarpenter4175
5 күн бұрын
If you have a detailed look the 340bhp B58 is quite different to the MHT 340i version, the block and internals are the same but most of the rest is quite different, especially the cooling.
@simbo52bn22
7 күн бұрын
Am I going mad or are some of these roads the same ones that Harry uses on his test route??
@philedwards7174
3 күн бұрын
Thinking about comparisons with Porsche Boxster, perhaps the better comparison would be the Jaguar F Type as mechanically they are far more similar. Admittedly the V6 engine is no longer available, but still worth considering.
@pjmoody
4 күн бұрын
Hi Joe, i've always had a soft spot for the Z4 model. You don't see many of them on the road. I'd love one in my garage. I hope you are well. Peter.
@ruiestrelaoliveira
7 күн бұрын
Lovely cabrio!!!
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yes!
@adrianbennett3761
7 күн бұрын
Somehow the Z4 looks wider than a Supra. Definitely prefer it to a 4 pot Porsche. Buy one while you can! I bet it’s easy to upgrade to 400hp with a remap from Litchfield or Thorney.
@nafnaf0
7 күн бұрын
Yeah there are plenty of tune options to easily get into the low 400hp range. Dinan, JB4, etc
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yeah the G29 has really grown on me over the past 5 years, this one in this spec is gorgeous!
@adrianbennett3761
7 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 Best look ever and I bet Mat Watson loves that colour combination. Why was the engine detuned? Doesn’t make sense to me
@adrianbennett3761
7 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 BMW quite the power as 340-387. Has it actually been detuned? On a separate note early Supras had far more the quoted power of 335, with many commentators suggesting it felt more like 375.
@juanluisbarconrojas8950
7 күн бұрын
Hola,al canal!!! Joe,el equipo de diseño de ese coche es maravilloso…. Por desgracia,no puedo decir lo mismo de algunos de sus últimos modelos. Un saludo .🤝🐳
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching! Cheers
@juanluisbarconrojas8950
7 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 🤝🐳
@Coolmaninmotion
2 күн бұрын
Deciding between this or a MB CLE53 AMG even though the CLE is coupe. I'm just going for a fun, good looking 2 seater.
@matthewnicholas6365
3 күн бұрын
You're a proper BMW fan and have been behind the wheel of more of them than me. What is your actual opinion on BMW manuals traditionally? I had 2 e46 manuals, 5sp 330 and 6sp m3. The m3 particularly was awful. I never enjoyed that box. I replaced all the wear items and it was still awful. Got an M4 DCT now. That and the ZF i had in an X3 make them so much more driveable. The m3 was just that, undriveable at times.
@mav1202M2
7 күн бұрын
What a brilliant review! 🏁👍 Happy to hear, I don‘t have to sell my M2 (f87). 😉
@RollingSlowMedia
7 күн бұрын
Great review Joe. I’m sitting here taking notes on how you present. 😅 Love the Z4 and the colour combination of the interior exterior.
@TobE-v3g
5 күн бұрын
The armrest is async split, you could put a coffee cup in it and CLOSE one part and also resting your arm on it, its a good compromise - no need to have it completely open all the time
@JoeAchilles1
5 күн бұрын
I know that, doesn't change the fact if one or both sides are up, it will strike your elbow when changing gear.
@JR37000
6 күн бұрын
The s58 and s63 are mental engines - but the B58 is the engine for the working man , in BMW's mere mortals can afford (second hand :)
@Cloverleaf7642
5 күн бұрын
I agree with all the positive comments about the vehicle that Joe and others here have made in this excellent review, but for me frozen paint on UK roads with stones flying everywhere is an absolute no.
@statustrade4901
4 күн бұрын
Love this car ❤️👍
@leonhunt1752
7 күн бұрын
Amazing video Joe, love the car, that colour is 👌🏼! Outstanding work, as you like to say ‘see you at the next one’ 😎
@kevin-l7r7p
8 күн бұрын
A new BMW that I don't fundamentally dislike. My sister is looking to buy 2/3 year old Z4 but I'm trying to convince her to get a really good example of the old Z4M 😆
@vicjones3992
7 күн бұрын
The seats on those are crap
@cliveeeles9497
2 күн бұрын
@@vicjones3992 In what way exactly? From someone who regularly takes his Z4M on road trips - I find the seats very good.
@jimgibson-brown6701
4 күн бұрын
Lovely looking thing - restrained design … for once 😊
@MotechPerformance
6 күн бұрын
Great looking car ! Also yep needs the AC kit for the UK roads
@playtimecouk
7 күн бұрын
I have a launch edition M40i which I love, but since they announced the manual version, I am so tempted to change. I need to get a test drive. Shame none of the BMW dealers who have stock have put plates on one yet. I wonder if BMW would lend me their press car…??? 🤞🤞🤞
@borghorsa1902
7 күн бұрын
Sitting over the rear axle has some interesting consequences, the same as in Mercedes GT couple, definitely a harsher ride than compared to sitting in between the axles. What makes me aware is the lack of solid roof on these cabriolets. You are basically driving an open architecture car. Good for a quiet Sunday drive. Not so sure about driving in traffic here in Northern New jersey-New York area
@dasbrother
7 күн бұрын
Wondering if the track handeling has improved with the upgrades included for the handshalter package. The intention seems to be to move it closer to an M car with this package. Also the US version does have the unrestricted b58. They could for sure release also this version. But probably it's a homologation/cost thing... An AC-Schnitzer upgraded version would be great for sure. Nice review!
@andyjarin209
5 күн бұрын
Great review ! I ordered mine in August for October build
@joetaka7620
7 күн бұрын
Enjoyed the review Joe, guessing this is one of the rare cars that you can buy brand new in 2024 which comes with Michelin Pilot Supersports (not that is a bad thing, just an observation)
@ahorton6786
7 күн бұрын
I saw one of these on the road, looked so much better in real life.
@K22MDL
5 күн бұрын
Having owned a fully spec'd Z4 M40i a few years ago, I parted with it for another toy. I'm now about to make a choice to purchase a new Handslapper (!!) model from my BMW UK dealer. Do I go for it? Love a manual gear change, my current TVR Griffith 500 (is not being sold!) tells me how much I enjoy driving a manual box - so did my Mazda Mk4 ND Sport Recaro for the six years of ownership. Got a fantastic deal on the car but still not 100% - Yes / No?! Great review and presentation by the way - subscribed!
@SamAustin
5 күн бұрын
Very much enjoyed the video Joe and the M40i sounded great too! Interested to hear your thoughts when comparing it to the 718 GTS Boxster in a few weeks time 😊
@myporscheadventures
7 күн бұрын
great car, great review - as always
@JoeAchilles1
6 күн бұрын
Thank you bro!
@colin5577
Күн бұрын
First this and now BMW have overhauled their styling department. What’s going on with all the good news? This generation Z4 flew completely under my radar until I came across the handschalter edition - I’m now seriously considering one.
@unknown_error0110
7 күн бұрын
I'd rather buy this beautifully specced Z4 over an M2 any day.
@TheALPHAMALE5028
6 күн бұрын
my favourite..B58. Please review the new BMW X1 M35i next brother
@DaveDVideoMaker
8 күн бұрын
I found this exact car at my local BMW dealer today.
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
Yeah, I think most UK dealers were allocated a couple, all of them in the same spec over here too!
@DaveDVideoMaker
7 күн бұрын
@@JoeAchilles1 There was one at the Romford dealer, but none at the Debden one.
@K22MDL
4 күн бұрын
And thanks to you Joe, I've just bought one of the remaining UK location. Cheers!@@JoeAchilles1
@Love2Cruise
6 күн бұрын
Hi Joe. Come over the pond and drive the US-spec car. We get the 382 HP B58. 😀
@satoshiblack1046
6 күн бұрын
Me walking into BMW with 60k to spend, I'm definitely not leaving with this, cute as it is lol maybe 20yrs ago
@MRFUCKOFF202
5 күн бұрын
What BMW are you going to sink £60k into?
@amiller2121
6 күн бұрын
Great review, Joe.
@kyleash3614
6 күн бұрын
I do the same with the M240i xDrive with the adaptive suspension. Sport for my sport individual. It definitely does hurt the ride a bit on most UK roads but when hooning along on a spirited drive the comfort just feels like the car is skipping about a bit. Shame because I would use normal sport mode and save individual with comfort damping for proper bumpy roads but the sport steering is too heavy and fake
@captainblack1021
7 күн бұрын
I’m enjoying an m140i and it’s awesome at 7 years old. May look at a z4 40i
@PeteSQ
7 күн бұрын
Go for it. I love mine, it's a joy to drive. 2 years in and not too much sunburn :-)
@vicjones3992
7 күн бұрын
Waiter....this gearbox is rubbery......."aaah fank you very much"😂
@JoeAchilles1
7 күн бұрын
🤣
@Youppp
7 күн бұрын
Great review Joe. Im not sure its a 9/10 car more of a 7/10. Regarding the porsche models price comparisons. More buyers are willing to pay the extra moneys for the Porsche counterparts because they drive better. I also feel the £4000.00 cost of the schnitzer tuning box is an affront. Especially as it probably only costs 30 euros to make. However its still a great car if you need something like it in your garage.
@JIJINJAYARAJ
8 күн бұрын
Make green great again!
@Juuul89
5 күн бұрын
This car belongs in southern Spain
@jakemoore1973
7 күн бұрын
Great work Joe
@Stormnorm123
7 күн бұрын
Great car!
@steveowen9740
7 күн бұрын
Hi Joe,just wondered what happened to the face-lift S3 film,I was looking forward to that?
@britishagent
7 күн бұрын
Wish they still offered the Milano Blue paint choice then i’d buy one
@Cabriofahrer2
7 күн бұрын
You've driven the new M2 and the Handschalter Z4M40i. Which one is a more satisfying sports-car to have on the road in terms of handling, feedback and driver engagement?
@johnnyboy1586
7 күн бұрын
I heard it's rated at 380hp not 340hp ,I think you got that wrong Joe otherwise a great review 😊
@BradCrystal007
7 күн бұрын
The UK engine spec may be different from US.
@playtimecouk
7 күн бұрын
Rated at 380 in the US, but we have to suffer extra filters for the woke lobby, so under 340 in the UK. Easy to sort with a tune though!
@thewanted718
7 күн бұрын
Great video as always 👍
@SM_TheTraveller
8 күн бұрын
Beautiful
@davidwebb5811
7 күн бұрын
Great review Joe
@Gaaaaaaaaaaad
3 күн бұрын
Love it
@carllawrence3756
5 күн бұрын
And we’re all meant to believe you don’t break the speed limit 😂
@keithronson2624
7 күн бұрын
BMW at its best! Amazing sports car. Since launch looked superb. This model is the pinnacle. Your references to the Porsche Boxster, for me, says it all. Eye watering expensive and well and truly overrated. Looks bloody awful too! This has future classic written all over.. Amazing!
@zbuga
7 күн бұрын
My next car That bump steer seems the same issue Mischa had at the time on the Ring with the Supra
@nafnaf0
7 күн бұрын
I think with some coilovers (Ohlins Road and Track, etc) it might be better
@sirmanni4534
7 күн бұрын
I saw an Audi TTrs in this color and it looked AMAZING
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