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VH_Supra26
03-29-2009, 10:24 PM
by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
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The new $46,575 base price represents a marked rise over the outgoing 2008 model, which started at $36,700

BMW’s striking new Z4 Roadster is set to arrive in showrooms across the U.S. in the following months and in the lead up to its entrance pricing for the entire range, including all options and accessories, has been revealed. The new car will be sold as a 2010 model and will be available in either sDrive30i or sDrive35i trim levels.

Pricing for the base sDrive30i will start at $46,575 (including destination and handling charges), which represents a marked rise over the $36,700 asking price of the base version of the old Z4, but more importantly it puts the new model in direct competition with the similarly priced Porsche Boxster. With 255hp (190kW) on tap, the naturally-aspirated sDrive30i will sprint from 0-62mph (0-100km/h) in roughly 5.6 seconds.

The top end sDrive35i, meanwhile, will start at of $52,475 and compares well with the outgoing Z4 M, which was priced from $50,400 and carried more power but less torque. Official numbers for the twin-turbocharged sDrive35i are 300hp (224kW) and a 0-62mph (0-100km/h) time of 5 seconds.

BMW will also be offering a range of optional packs for the Z4, which includes a new Cold Weather package for $1,000 for both models, a Premium Package priced at $3,900 for the sDrive30i and $2,800 for the sDrive35i, and a new Sport Package for $2,300. Some optional goodies include 19in wheels with performance tires and a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, though these are limited to the sDrive35i. For more details check out the full pricing list over at BMWBlog or check out our previous story on the 2010 BMW Z4 by clicking here (http://www.motorauthority.com/bmw-unveils-2010-z4-roadster-ahead-of-detroit-auto-show-debut.html).

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SLAB E.F.
03-29-2009, 10:47 PM
lol our GM told us about the price and we all kinda just looked around with a WTF look on our face!

KiLLKenny
03-29-2009, 11:35 PM
still feminine looking but the fold able hardtop is off the chain

LabtopThief_jr.
03-30-2009, 12:19 AM
still looks like a penis mobile.

05accordcoupe
03-30-2009, 12:20 AM
ridiculous

CZero
03-30-2009, 02:58 AM
Think I'd take the boxster any day.

Corrosive
03-30-2009, 09:24 AM
I thought people were not spending as much on cars these days... adding nearly 25% more for the 2010 model seems ridiculous. I hope they sell ok bc I really like the way they look.

Replica
03-30-2009, 10:18 AM
I can see how they'll get away with a price increase. Before, the main players in the roadster market were the Miata, S2000, Boxter, Z4, and Solstice. With the S2000 ceasing production in the mid 30's price range, there's no need for the Z4 to have a competitive price. Might as well be as much as the Boxter. The Solstice is out of production as well, and the Miata will likely not be cross-shopped with Z4's anyway so the price difference doesn't matter.

It'll sell.

Jeebus
03-30-2009, 10:20 AM
Like replica said, if the s2k can sell for over 30k, this will be able to sell. I really like these personally, it's a big step from the previous Z3 which was very small and resembled a miata A LOT.

Replica
03-30-2009, 10:35 AM
Like replica said, if the s2k can sell for over 30k, this will be able to sell. I really like these personally, it's a big step from the previous Z3 which was very small and resembled a miata A LOT.
The Z3 and Z4 were seen as a lesser car than Miatas on road courses. Something to do with the rear suspension design.

Regardless, it's alot of money for not alot of car.

LabtopThief_jr.
03-30-2009, 11:41 AM
i would rather have the S2k over that any day.

darestie
03-30-2009, 11:53 AM
I can see how they'll get away with a price increase. Before, the main players in the roadster market were the Miata, S2000, Boxter, Z4, and Solstice. With the S2000 ceasing production in the mid 30's price range, there's no need for the Z4 to have a competitive price. Might as well be as much as the Boxter. The Solstice is out of production as well, and the Miata will likely not be cross-shopped with Z4's anyway so the price difference doesn't matter.

It'll sell.

The solstice is out of production? Do you have a link to this story. I was under the assumption that GM was going to stop producing only the sky. I was really hoping to buy a turbo solstice in about a year.

Replica
03-30-2009, 01:08 PM
The solstice is out of production? Do you have a link to this story. I was under the assumption that GM was going to stop producing only the sky. I was really hoping to buy a turbo solstice in about a year.
I thought they were going to be discontinued in a year or so.

unitedelements
03-30-2009, 03:27 PM
i would rather have the S2k over that any day.

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super cirrus
03-31-2009, 02:29 PM
How much is a 135i convertible again?

Perf_White_GT
03-31-2009, 08:46 PM
i would rather have the S2k over that any day.

I wouldnt...

i wouldnt pay that much for it... but thats cause i only like the m3.. and thats it..

tha_W
04-02-2009, 12:36 AM
the previous z4 looks better