Next Generation BMW Z4 Spy Shots.

aaggoswami · 20th July 2008, 21:32

I came across the snaps of next generation Z4:

Here is the link:
Spy Shots: Next gen BMW Z4 snapped again on SoCal freeway - Autoblog

The complete article is:

Quote:

Our ever-vigilant readers have struck, proving yet again that in the age of the camera phone, almost anyone with a mobile device can emulate Jim Dunne, Brenda Priddy or Hans Lehmann. The latest capture we've received comes from reader Charlie Hung, who recently spotted this black roadster on a Southern California freeway. A quick inspection of the images reveals it to be the next-generation BMW Z4 that's been spotted periodically for some time now. The bodywork on BMW's latest offerings would suggest that the current Z4's flame surfacing will probably be radically toned down. Much of the contouring we see on this prototype is likely just camouflage. Underhood, we'll probably get the same powertrain lineup as the 3 Series, with the next M Roadster getting the M3's V8. Judging from the size of the rear window, the Z4 will probably pick up a retractable hard top as well. When the new Z4 debuts, BMW will move production from its current home Spartanburg, SC to Germany. Spartanburg will take over production of the X3 crossover.

I am also attaching images from the above link:

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Cyrus43 · 20th July 2008, 22:40

Looks like it will be as ugly as the current one!! Someone please tell BMW where Pininfarina is!!!!

ramie2400 · 20th July 2008, 22:46

more than the car the freeway looks tempting.

K-S-A · 20th July 2008, 23:14

Here are a few renderings of what the 2010 Z4 will look like by production. In my opinion it looks great, that is if this is what it will look like.

Sources: LeftLaneNews,WorldCarFans

MaserQ · 21st July 2008, 14:38

The computer generated impression looks better/less confusing than the current Z4. Still carries the Bangle-era flame surfacing, albeit a little less.

condor · 21st July 2008, 14:57

I think we can handover one to DC who can possibly do a better job than the disciples of CB.

FlyingSpur · 25th July 2008, 22:51

Looks beautiful. Was always a fan of the Z4. Definitely a step forward, whether hated or loved. (Except the new A4.....) Audi is still where it was, only because the A6 and A8 can't be differentiated by the layman, while BMW and Mercedes evolved, and prospered. First Bangle and now van Hooydonk are taking the game to the next level.

Jayabusa · 26th July 2008, 01:37

Ughhly! The tail seems to be inspired from big bro 6-series.

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Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 221 Times View My Garage	Looks like it will be as ugly as the current one!! Someone please tell BMW where Pininfarina is!!!!
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ramie2400 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,903 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	more than the car the freeway looks tempting.
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K-S-A BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Riyadh Posts: 75 Thanked: 0 Times	Rendering Here are a few renderings of what the 2010 Z4 will look like by production. In my opinion it looks great, that is if this is what it will look like. Sources: LeftLaneNews,WorldCarFans Attached Thumbnails
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21st July 2008, 14:38	#5
MaserQ Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,196 Thanked: 166 Times	The computer generated impression looks better/less confusing than the current Z4. Still carries the Bangle-era flame surfacing, albeit a little less.
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21st July 2008, 14:57	#6
condor Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Speed-brkr City Posts: 15,864 Thanked: 16,013 Times View My Garage	I think we can handover one to DC who can possibly do a better job than the disciples of CB.
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25th July 2008, 22:51	#7
FlyingSpur Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,934 Thanked: 1,422 Times View My Garage	Looks beautiful. Was always a fan of the Z4. Definitely a step forward, whether hated or loved. (Except the new A4.....) Audi is still where it was, only because the A6 and A8 can't be differentiated by the layman, while BMW and Mercedes evolved, and prospered. First Bangle and now van Hooydonk are taking the game to the next level.
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26th July 2008, 01:37	#8
Jayabusa Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mumbai Posts: 2,448 Thanked: 69 Times	Ughhly! The tail seems to be inspired from big bro 6-series.
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