2015 BMW Z4 3.0 35i M sport
Discussion
The N54 engine was known for some reliability issues when introduced in the 335i but the later versions are supposedly much better. Mileage is maybe on the high side but would indicate lots of motorway (= easy) miles and if it has full service history and in good condition it is nothing to worry about.
The DCT gearbox is very strong, and suits the engine.
Just bought one myself and very much enjoying it, great combo of GT and compact sporty car - not the sharpest but a great compromise as an all rounder.
The DCT gearbox is very strong, and suits the engine.
Just bought one myself and very much enjoying it, great combo of GT and compact sporty car - not the sharpest but a great compromise as an all rounder.
I've never had an E89, but am on my 3rd E86 Z4.
I wouldn't worry about the mileage if the history and condition are good, but that price doesn't seem cheap.
It might be worth asking the same question on a more specific site, like "z4forum.co.uk" to get some insight from owners/former owners.
I wouldn't worry about the mileage if the history and condition are good, but that price doesn't seem cheap.
It might be worth asking the same question on a more specific site, like "z4forum.co.uk" to get some insight from owners/former owners.
Depending on how important the age of the car is to you vs price and mileage. Lower mileage cars can be had for similar money, but they may be a bit older. Unless it’s got an amazing spec I guess.
As has been said the N54 has well documented reliability issues but for the most part they were addressed towards the end of the production run. It was originally introduced in 2006 for the 335i and the 1M and Z4 were the last cars to feature it, so will hopefully be on the latest injectors etc.
If you’re willing to spend that kind of cash and don’t mind a grey car I’d seriously consider getting this Z4 35is. Might even be able to negotiate a 2 year warranty. That way you can push it a bit and if any of the usual suspects (turbos, injectors and pumps) rear their heads BMW will pick up the bill.
https://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/vehicle/202002117212639...
ETA - the ‘35is’ has 30 odd more horsepower and torque than the 35i
As has been said the N54 has well documented reliability issues but for the most part they were addressed towards the end of the production run. It was originally introduced in 2006 for the 335i and the 1M and Z4 were the last cars to feature it, so will hopefully be on the latest injectors etc.
If you’re willing to spend that kind of cash and don’t mind a grey car I’d seriously consider getting this Z4 35is. Might even be able to negotiate a 2 year warranty. That way you can push it a bit and if any of the usual suspects (turbos, injectors and pumps) rear their heads BMW will pick up the bill.
https://usedcars.bmw.co.uk/vehicle/202002117212639...
ETA - the ‘35is’ has 30 odd more horsepower and torque than the 35i
Edited by survivalist on Friday 28th February 19:30
NicJH said:
Thanks all for your guidance. I took it for a test drive, fell in love and it’s now sitting in my drive. Really pleased. Thanks again.
Fantastic 
Pics please. I bought a 2011 e89 last January, a 1 owner car on 101,00 miles with FSH. I did question the mileage but after researching the forums, and knowing it was a 1 owner FSH car I took the plunge. It is pretty much fully loaded apart from electric seats and the heated steering wheel.
Mine is the 2.3, (2.5) so the least tuneable I believe, but it just does everything I want it too and makes me smile every time I drive it. It is my daily driver, but any decent weather on a weekend is all the excuse I need to take it out for an early Sunday morning blast.
As mentioned earlier, a bloody great all rounder.
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