BMW Z3 M Roadster (1998 - 2002) Convertibles
BMW Z3 M Roadster (1998 - 2002) Convertibles
[Apr 16, 2001]
Matt Faruzzi
Model Reviewed:
m roadster
Strength:
For the money i paid for it this car is the cats @$$, I drove my father-in-laws s2000 for (4) months while he was on vacation, before I bought it so I have a good feel for the difference. Man is it a big difference it is torque, torque, and one more thing that slips my mind. OH yeah, more torque!!!! I had the opprotunity to race him and (3) car lengths later he was in my rear view mirror. I mess with my freinds when they ask how much I paid. I ask them to guess. I've gotten up to $70,000 responses. This car is the most sports car you could possibly get for your money, it has the entire package looks, comfort, speed, and of course acceleration.
Weakness:
If you purchase a set of winter tires this car has no weaknesses, in my opinion of course. see above Similar Products Used: s2000 (ha,ha,ha) & Supra twin turbo (beat it up to 60 but couldn't hang) |
[Feb 22, 2001]
Brett
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
Awesome eyeball. Can't drive this car w/out getting looks, waves, shouts, etc. Beautigful, classy sports car lines. Unbelievable acceleration. Very few cars on the road can hang with the M Roadster off the line or on the highway. Cool, throaty rumble from the dual exhausts.
Weakness:
Horrible in the rain and forget about taking it out of the garage if there is even a prediction of snow in the forecast. Driving in the city is tough, potholes are killer on this car's tires and if you do happen to blow one out, very, very expensive to replace. Absolutely no storage space. Trunk doesn't even have room for a spare tire. When top is up there are blind spots. Bought the car for my wife because she wanted a convertible. Drove the Z3 2.8 first then drove the M, absolutely no comparison. After driving the M for a block knew that was the car we were getting. I have never owned a car with this much mystique. Driving it is a pleasure. It accelerates like a beast and handles very well (although I'm told the M Coupe handles better due to the stability that a roof adds. While there are some flaws ie blind spots when roof is up, poor handling in inclement weather and no storage space, this car more than makes up for it with pure adrenaline rush. Not practical as an everyday car but it makes one helluva second/ weekend/ nice weather ride. Similar Products Used: Porsche Boxster S. Handles great but doesn't have the acceleration or the eyeball that the M Roadster has. |
[Dec 06, 2000]
Andy
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
Mid-end torque
Weakness:
Difficult and lengthy process to put on the top. It has a good look and a very flexible engine and is a good sporty car for mid life crisis. It has very good normal street driving performance. Similar Products Used: None |
[Oct 19, 2000]
Bradman
Model Reviewed:
BMW M Roadster
Strength:
Engine (torque, torque, torque, eyeball squishing acceleration)
Weakness:
Build quality (had numerous little things - logos, glove compartment, etc.) This car is just awesome! If you haven't driven one you are missing out on a true pleasure. I think it is as close to an old Vette as you can get (with modern safety stuff). Lots of engine! Similar Products Used: Miata - both are convertibles, different leagues |
[Oct 14, 2000]
Dru Rachaner
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
1)The power was just right, I previously owned a 1993 vette and wanted something more fun to drive. The vette feels like a tankcompared to this little rocket! It took a while for me to get used to the seating position, I normally recline more than this car will allow, but I am becoming more comfortable with the position and feel that the more upright seating is a good habit to get into. I just love to drive this car. I do wish it had a bit less chasis flex, but it rides great and has much less flex than my old vette, my friend with a boxster commented he would be much happier with this car for long trips. He considers this to be more of a touring set-up from a suspension stand point than his Boxster. the sound of this engine at 6000 RPM is out of this world, but be careful the "M" engine pulls past redline quickly so be sure and SHIFT!
Weakness:
See Above See Above Similar Products Used: See Above |
[Mar 15, 2000]
Terry Bell
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
I like how when I mash the gas peddle I suddenly feel like the ruler of a small country or a minor Olympian God. This puppy is as quick as a thought and just about as nimble. It's meant for sultry summer nights and serpentine back roads.
Weakness:
Snow.I don't like the stuff. Either does my M. Even with traction control at the ready things get pretty hairy in anything but a dusting of the white stuff. If you're thinking of this as your only transport and you live in...let's say Buffalo, forget it. $64,000.00 Canadian. Similar Products Used: BMW M3 Coupe. The roadster is quicker and the easier car for tanning. I would give the edge in the twisties to the M3. |
[Mar 01, 2000]
Keith
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
240 horse power! This car is fast as hell. Estroil blue color kicks ass. I love everything about this car.
Weakness:
None that I can find. The M roadster is an awesome car. I have driven a lot of sport cars including a lot being compared to the M. The S2000 is not a bad looking car for a Honda. But, 5-second range 0-60? You might be able to get this, but you will also need a new clutch every few months. Not only do I say this, but Car and Driver also backs that up. The first test of the S2000 had it in the 7-second range. Amazing that a car could drop 0-60 times 2 seconds with out any modifications. Give me a break. The M roadster has always posted 0-60 times of 5-5.2 seconds. That is reliable info. I love the M cars and the roadster is no exception. Similar Products Used: 1999 Corvette. |
[Feb 13, 2000]
Allen B
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
ample power, massive torque, distinctive styling, nice M fit an finish (including M seats, M guages, Chrome trim, shift nobe mirrors and wheels)
Weakness:
trunk space sucks, nothing like the streo in my old car OK, this is a serios sports car...i really get tierd of these old GOMERS writing reviews about their mid life crisis... I can tell you that this is no Z3..Its an M car with precision, smooth power delivery, and no time ofr BS...I personally have had experience with a boxter also and can tell that they are difficult to comparisons. The M roaster buyer is more serious about performance. My car does 0-60 in 5 Flat witha power chip..and i am told by my dealer that another $10,000 of modifictions will give me 350 horses..aside fron that its a dream...the boxter is very pretty..but the interior (dash) is basically right out of a ford taurus and its really slow..i once raced a 2000 maxima with a boxter and i ashamed to say he kept up the entire quater mile..also once your are done buying the boxter and adding things like a sports package and some fit and finish options you have spent between 55-$60,000. The boxter S is better at performing but the M roadster will have it sucking exhaust fumes i nthe firs second of take off. Hey if you have to have a porche and you have the money but a 911 carera...it at least acts like a real porche Similar Products Used: boxter |
[Feb 10, 2000]
Aaron Ollerton
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
Great takeoff power and is very agile in cornering. It can stop so fast your eyes bug out.
Weakness:
No storage space I would recommend it if you have the money and the garage space. Similar Products Used: Mercedes-Benz SLK: Better on gas but not as much power |
[Feb 03, 2000]
asin
Model Reviewed:
M Roadster
Strength:
Torque and Brake
Weakness:
No spare tire, feel like a heavy car. $38,900 Similar Products Used: Honda S2000 is a better sport car if you don't mind the Honda's image. |