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Z Best Yet! BMW moves the Z closer to Boxster territory.(BMW Z4)

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| November 11, 2002 | Vaughn, Mark | COPYRIGHT 2002 Crain Communications, Inc. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: Mark Vaughn

Here is our first impression after driving the new BMW Z4: Fun!

You expected that, of course. How could a BMW roadster not be fun? But the new Z4 now drives more like the Porsche Boxster and less like a very good Miata. It has, for the most part, moved up a grade in the sports car world. Especially when equipped with the 3.0-liter straight six, sport package and 18-inch wheels. The entry Z4, with the 2.5-liter six, 16-inch wheels (17s optional) and softer suspension, will still cater to the less sports-minded buyers.

Another impression: They must be trying to get BMW design chief Chris Bangle to take his medication most of ...

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