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BMW Z cars: Roadsters and Coupes - A design and development history
Since 1930, BMW roadsters and their coupe versions have embodied the essence of driving pleasure. These two-seaters are designed for enjoyment, featuring high-revving engines and agile handling.
This book provides a detailed history of BMW roadsters, starting with the early sports racers of the 1930s, including the race-winning 315/1 and 328, and the iconic 507 of the 1950s. It then explores the modern roadster revival, from the innovative Z1 and the popular Z3 to the latest Z4 and i8 Roadster. It covers all coupe, racing, and M variants, along with unique models like the Z1 Art Car and Alpina V8. Concept cars such as the Z2, GINA, Z8 Coupe, Mille Miglia Concept Coupe, and Vision ConnectedDrive are also featured.
Based on interviews with key figures, "BMW Z Cars: Roadsters and Coupes" introduces the designers and engineers who turned ideas into reality. It even uncovers the true origin of BMW's Z designation, which, contrary to popular belief, has no connection to the German word "Zukunft" (future).
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Author:
Jackie Jouret
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164 pages, 25.5 x 20.5 x 0.9 cm / 10 x 8.1 x 0.35 in, paperback
Illustrations:
profusely illustrated
Publisher:
ID Media LLC (USA, 2021)
ISBN:
9781733387873
BMW Z cars: Roadsters and Coupes - A design and development history
Before 1995, BMW, known for its performance cars, did not offer an affordable sports roadster. However, following Mazda's success with the revival of the classic two-seat roadster, BMW quickly introduced the Z3. This model featured a classic design with a long nose and short tail, utilizing existing BMW parts effectively.
This book covers the story of BMW's Z3 and Z4 two-seater roadsters and coupes, which have been leaders in the affordable sports car market since 1995. It details the history of both the Z3 and the two generations of the Z4, with full specifications of all models, including the high-performance M Power versions. The book also includes a guide to buying and owning these cars. It is richly illustrated with over 200 colour photographs and diagrams.
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Author:
James Taylor
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192 pages, 26 x 21.5 x 1.9 cm / 10.25 x 8.5 x 0.75 in, hardback
BMW Z3 - All models (except M Roadster) (1996-2002) - Essential Buyer's Guide
Although the BMW Z3 has been much maligned by generations of motoring writers, this book is an experienced and honest appraisal of BMW's small sports car. It looks objectively at issues to be aware of when buying a BMW Z3 - the good and bad points, the fact and fiction, economics, practicality, and living with a Z3.
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Author:
James Fishwick
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64 pages, 19.5 x 14 x 1.4 cm / 7.7 x 5.5 x 0.55 in, paperback
Illustrations:
100 colour photos
Publisher:
Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2017)
Series:
The Essential Buyer's Guide
ISBN:
9781845842901
BMW Z3 - All models (except M Roadster) (1996-2002)
BMW Z3, M Coupes & M Roadsters (1996-2002) - Brooklands Portfolio
Brooklands Portfolio book about the BMW Z3 Coupé and Roadster sports cars from the years 1996-2002.
The 38 articles, published at the time in the American car magazine Road & Track, provide much information about history, model introductions and technology.
Also technical specifications, driving impressions, tests, comparison tests, etc.
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120 pages, 27 x 20 x 0.8 cm / 10.6 x 7.9 x 0.31 in, paperback
BMW Z4 - E85 Roadster and E86 Coupe, including M and Alpina (2003-2009) - Essential Buyer's Guide
If you are thinking of buying a sports car you could enjoy every day, the E85 and E86 BMW Z4 should be top of your list. With well proven and great sounding engines, excellent handling and a choice of Roadster or Coupe body styles, choosing the right Z4 will give you years of pleasurable motoring, but how do you know which is the right one?
With the help of this buyer's guide, marque expert David Smitheram describes how to spot a bad car quickly, and how to assess a promising Z4 like a professional. Packed with good advice, from learning the differences between each model (including the M and Alpina Roadster models), running costs, through paperwork, vital statistics, valuation, details of the Z4 community, to whether the car will suit you and your lifestyle. With accompanying colour photos this is the complete guide to choosing, assessing and buying the original BMW Z4.
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Author:
David Smitheram
Details:
64 pages, 19 x 15 x 0.5 cm / 7.5 x 5.9 x 0.2 in, paperback
Illustrations:
95 colour photos
Publisher:
Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2018)
Series:
The Essential Buyer's Guide
ISBN:
9781787111967
BMW Z4 - E85 Roadster and E86 Coupe, including M and Alpina (2003-2009)
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