Not joined yet? Register for free and enjoy features such as alerts, private messaging and viewing latest posts and topics.
Z4M - where to go next?
- tomscott
- Lifer
- Posts: 7472
- Joined: Mon Sep 19, 2011 12:26 pm
- Location: Manchester
- Contact:
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
Does it need to be a huge jump in performance? I mean around 4.6/4.8 your looking at a pretty hardcore group and also price starts to spiral below that!
Like the GT3 its not a great everyday car, unlike the Z4M and the C2S or 4S. Like too stripped, too hard (unless you get a comfort spec but that defies the point right?) the performance bracket is quite acceptable IMO for that 1/2 second more you start to compromise on all levels.
Luxury, performance and agility are hard to find in cars sub 4.4 they usually have 2 of those and luxury is kicked out because of weight. Like the new M5 and M6 have the performance and luxury but lack the agility that makes it feel fast. Unless you look at supercars and your looking 70k and over and upkeep costs to match.
The only car I can really think of thats affordable is the GTR but I would hardly call it luxury on the same scale as the german counterparts. Cheap and fast but not desirable in my eyes. Not even close.
Then there is the Noble M12 but again not as reliable and not a car you would feel comfortable in. Then even further an atom, Westfield or caterham.
Like the GT3 its not a great everyday car, unlike the Z4M and the C2S or 4S. Like too stripped, too hard (unless you get a comfort spec but that defies the point right?) the performance bracket is quite acceptable IMO for that 1/2 second more you start to compromise on all levels.
Luxury, performance and agility are hard to find in cars sub 4.4 they usually have 2 of those and luxury is kicked out because of weight. Like the new M5 and M6 have the performance and luxury but lack the agility that makes it feel fast. Unless you look at supercars and your looking 70k and over and upkeep costs to match.
The only car I can really think of thats affordable is the GTR but I would hardly call it luxury on the same scale as the german counterparts. Cheap and fast but not desirable in my eyes. Not even close.
Then there is the Noble M12 but again not as reliable and not a car you would feel comfortable in. Then even further an atom, Westfield or caterham.
- pvr
- Legend
- Posts: 26220
- Joined: Fri Jun 15, 2007 12:27 pm
- Location: South East UK
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
You can always upgrade to that white one, pay the extra 7k or so and get a nice colour with options
Current:
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
- Rialas
- Member
- Posts: 848
- Joined: Tue Apr 17, 2012 8:46 am
Z4M - where to go next?
but very true.pvr wrote:You can always upgrade to that white one, pay the extra 7k or so and get a nice colour with options
It's when you realise what value for money the mc's are when you start looking to upgrade.
- flimper
- Lifer
- Posts: 4581
- Joined: Wed Jan 21, 2009 11:47 pm
- Location: Hampshire
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
I thought white had gone out of fashion? Never been able to keep up with the latest trends
Piano black & black extended leather. Power mirrors, tinted glass, PDC, Prof hi-fi, CD, retro-fit cruise
- pvr
- Legend
- Posts: 26220
- Joined: Fri Jun 15, 2007 12:27 pm
- Location: South East UK
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
We know
Current:
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
911-50 Black - unique spec
X5M - 575 hp of fun in a V8
Abarth 595 Comp.
Golf Clipper - collectors item
Z4 3.0si Black Sapphire
VW ID.3
Previous:
Z4M Silver Grey - non flimper spec (gone to Bing)
Z4 3.0 Toledo
- original guvnor
- Lifer
- Posts: 7043
- Joined: Sat Mar 27, 2010 8:59 pm
- Location: Nottinghamshire
Z4M - where to go next?
I don't agree with that particular part of your reply Tom. Part of the beauty of the GT3 is that if you wish it can be a quite civilised road car that you can take straight on track. I'd say more civilised than our cars because it rides so much better and is equally as practical. It's very clever - if you only track occasionally get comfort spec but still enjoy the brilliant drive, if you track more often go Club Sport route or even more hardcore go GT3 RS.tomscott wrote: Like the GT3 its not a great everyday car, unlike the Z4M and the C2S or 4S. Like too stripped, too hard (unless you get a comfort spec but that defies the point right ?
-
- Member
- Posts: 672
- Joined: Tue Jul 31, 2012 4:36 pm
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
There isn't a big difference between the 996.2 and the 997.1, however, there is a big step to the 997.2. But the 997.2 will have centre locks and what a pita they are.
My personal choice would be a 996 GT3 RS. Last of the true analogue cars, extremely limited production, lots of small but significant improvements over the regular GT3, etc.. A future classic, IMO.
My personal choice would be a 996 GT3 RS. Last of the true analogue cars, extremely limited production, lots of small but significant improvements over the regular GT3, etc.. A future classic, IMO.
-
- Member
- Posts: 51
- Joined: Sat Jul 21, 2012 12:27 am
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
Nissan GT-R ?
- exdos
- Senior Member
- Posts: 2789
- Joined: Wed Feb 22, 2012 12:58 am
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
If you're looking for something a bit different with a wonderful soundtrack, how about something else beginning with "M"? I'm thinking Maserati.
A quick look on Pistonheads reveals that you could get a Maserati Gransport that would appear to satisfy all your requirements. My reservation of moving to something like this though could be potential large running costs.
A quick look on Pistonheads reveals that you could get a Maserati Gransport that would appear to satisfy all your requirements. My reservation of moving to something like this though could be potential large running costs.
- flimper
- Lifer
- Posts: 4581
- Joined: Wed Jan 21, 2009 11:47 pm
- Location: Hampshire
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
for £25k?exdos wrote:If you're looking for something a bit different with a wonderful soundtrack, how about something else beginning with "M"? I'm thinking Maserati.
A quick look on Pistonheads reveals that you could get a Maserati Gransport that would appear to satisfy all your requirements. My reservation of moving to something like this though could be potential large running costs.
Piano black & black extended leather. Power mirrors, tinted glass, PDC, Prof hi-fi, CD, retro-fit cruise
- exdos
- Senior Member
- Posts: 2789
- Joined: Wed Feb 22, 2012 12:58 am
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
I was looking at this one here: http://pistonheads.com/sales/4121477.htmflimper wrote:
for £25k?
I know it states £26,995 but I'm sure you'd get it for £25k or less if you wanted it.
- Finisterre
- Senior Member
- Posts: 2114
- Joined: Mon Jan 31, 2011 2:26 pm
- Location: Buxton Narnia
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
I think you should downgrade, you will have to accept that you cannot afford the next step at some time. it makes good financial sense to stop before it hurts. Currently you are tending to the indulgent, becoming someone who has overspent is not terribly smart. IMO
Perhaps a RS 2000 ?
Perhaps a RS 2000 ?
.
E85 2.0. + E39 530i touring.
E85 2.0. + E39 530i touring.
- Stuart Truman
- Lifer
- Posts: 13039
- Joined: Wed Jul 27, 2011 10:59 pm
- Location: The Cotswolds
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
There's a drop dead gorgeous M5 Touring on AUC for £28K I bet that'll negotiate down to £25K or close if you were to push. Especially at the end of the month...
Add yourself to the Z4 Map HERE! Instructions HERE!
Z4M Roadster, Imola Red, with Stubby and Intravee II. Low Miles per Gallon, High Smiles per Gallon
Previously Alpina Roadster S #69 Alpina Blue
Z4M Roadster, Imola Red, with Stubby and Intravee II. Low Miles per Gallon, High Smiles per Gallon
Previously Alpina Roadster S #69 Alpina Blue
- flimper
- Lifer
- Posts: 4581
- Joined: Wed Jan 21, 2009 11:47 pm
- Location: Hampshire
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
If I was to downgrade, how about an E39 M5?
Piano black & black extended leather. Power mirrors, tinted glass, PDC, Prof hi-fi, CD, retro-fit cruise
- Wondermike
- Moderator
- Posts: 10475
- Joined: Fri Jun 15, 2007 10:16 pm
Re: Z4M - where to go next?
Yes a nice SLK55, or an E89 35i would be OK too.flimper wrote:I suppose an SLK55 AMG could be in the mix
How set are you on having something with equal or greater performance? With fuel prices and the way the majority drives these days, ///M levels of performance seems too much.