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Re: Z4 Chokes / Coughs on startup [ramu] by psambucci
Dec 30, 2007 (8:16 pm)
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Replying to: ramu (Dec 29, 2007 8:11 am)

Have you contacted BMW? Maybe the gas tank has water in it.
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Z$.vs. Saturn Sky Red Line model by busiris
Mar 22, 2008 (12:48 pm)
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To anyone who considered getting a Saturn Sky Red Line model, but bought a Z4 instead...
 
Check out the 08 Saturn Sky Edmunds.com forums....evidently, there are MAJOR issues with the brakes on these cars, or maybe I should say "lack of brakes". There are already over 40 complaints registered on NHTSA'a web-site about brake failure.
 
I'm glad I got a Z4 instead!
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Repeated Z4 problems. by beverleyb
Apr 18, 2008 (10:06 am)
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">I have a 2007 Z4 3.0i. In the 18 months I have owned the car, it has been in the dealership for 53+ days for the same problem: a faulty engine warning light. According to the dealership, they have tried every fix in the book at least twice. I have also had faulty airbag warning lights, a driver-side window that goes up and down of its own accord, and wipers that "click" - an inherent design flaw, I'm told by the dealer.
 
It has taken us almost a year to get BMW to come to the table to discuss a resolution (we meet next week). I'm told that their position on this is to work on the car "for as long as it takes," an unsatisfactory resolution and exploitation of their warranty in light of the expense and incredible inconvenience to date.
 
Has anyone else had similar problems with their Z4?
 
PS: An acquaintance's husband owned a 2007 Z4 that set itself on fire as he was driving, and it incinerated itself just after he managed to stop the car and escape. It was so badly burned, they couldn't determine what the problem was. Be forewarned.
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Re: Repeated Z4 problems. [beverleyb] by busiris
Apr 18, 2008 (12:46 pm)
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Replying to: beverleyb (Apr 18, 2008 10:06 am)

I also have an 07 Z4 (Coupe), and have experienced no such issues or problems. I had a minor squeak, which my dealer fixed during the first oilchange.
 
Sounds like you got a lemon, alright.
 
However, I have not heard of or read about any fire related issues on the Z4...
 
One question...have you tried another dealer for repairs? With that much time in the shop, have you explored the Lemon Laws in your state?
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Re: Repeated Z4 problems. [busiris] by beverleyb
Apr 18, 2008 (6:47 pm)
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Replying to: busiris (Apr 18, 2008 12:46 pm)

Many thanks for your response. Your suggestion regarding the Lemon Laws here was excellent. Unfortunately, Canada (I'm in British Columbia) does not have a Lemon Law (sigh). We DO have CAMVAP (Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan) which covers most cars, light trucks, sport utes and vans bought or leased.
 
Notably, only two auto manufacturers opted out of the program: BMW and Mitsubishi. Interesting...
 
I love the car (my third BMW) but am done with BMW based on this experience. I'm looking at the new Audi TT.
 
Thanks again for taking the time to resond.
 
Beverley
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Re: Repeated Z4 problems. [beverleyb] by nyccarguy
Apr 18, 2008 (7:04 pm)
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Replying to: beverleyb (Apr 18, 2008 6:47 pm)

If you think BMW is bad...just wait until there's a problem with your AUDI
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Re: Repeated Z4 problems. [beverleyb] by busiris
Apr 18, 2008 (7:36 pm)
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Replying to: beverleyb (Apr 18, 2008 6:47 pm)

Good luck...I hope you get some satisfaction in the end....
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Re: Repeated Z4 problems. [busiris] by esfoad
Apr 25, 2008 (10:03 am)
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Replying to: busiris (Apr 18, 2008 7:36 pm)

I'm a Canadian living in NJ so I feel your pain. We have an 07 Z4 3.0Si with 10K miles and so far no issues. Sorry for your problems and I hope BMW steps up and resolves your issue.
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Z4 purchase by crossfireman3
Jul 25, 2008 (9:42 am)
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Hi, I am a college student looking into buying a used Z4 (03-05). Currently, I have a mustang but I'm ready for a change. If you would answer my questions below, I would greatly appreciate it.
1. How much does it usually cost to fill up the gas tank at todays current gas prices--$4.00/ gallon?
2. How many gallons of gas does the Z4 hold?
3. Is it very expensive to take this car to the shop for maintenance, oil changes, etc? Since this is a foreign car, would the techs at Wal-Mart do an oil change or do you have to take it to a BMW dealer?
4. Are there really alot of blind spots? Are they easy to get used to?
6. Is it a practical car for a college student who doesn't want to spend alot of money on a car (pmts and up keep)?
  
Any answer to these questions will be greatly appreciated and I look forward to hearing your responses

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