A New BMW Z2 in Development ?
07-13-06 | 08:47 AM
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A New BMW Z2 in Development ?
The cover of the latest issue of Germany's AutoBild magazine features an artist's illustration of the forthcoming BMW Z2. While we don't have specific details on the rumor, the Z2 appears to be a small roadster slotted beneath the Z4 range. In May, AutoWeek and AutoCar reported BMW was working on a new roadster called the Z2, in addition to the much-rumored Z6. While it's almost certain a smaller roadster is under consideration at BMW, we suspect it may receive a name other than Z2. As previously noted by Leftlane News, BMW published the names Z1 and Z5 for opposition at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office on January 17, 2006. Regardless of its name, the new roadster looks like it will introduce some new styling cues to BMW's design language, including some unusual 3D headlamps.
Auto Zeitung is also reporting in its latest issue that BMW is planning a Z2 for the 2009 model year. However, the report suggests a coupe model will also be offered.
source : leftlanenews
Auto Zeitung is also reporting in its latest issue that BMW is planning a Z2 for the 2009 model year. However, the report suggests a coupe model will also be offered.
source : leftlanenews
07-13-06 | 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by PhilipMSPT
Why?
Unless BMW decides to bring the 1-Series to the US, there's no reason for them to bring that here...
Unless BMW decides to bring the 1-Series to the US, there's no reason for them to bring that here...
but then i dont' see why they need any of them here in the US
07-13-06 | 10:04 AM
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here is why:
There are rumors that Audi plans to build a "baby" TT that will challenge the Lotus Elise. The new roadster is supposed to be shown before the end of the year. The "baby" is being built with the help of KTM, an Austrian motorcycle maker.
KTM first entended to work with Volkswagen at a roadster, but but since VW was already developing the GX3, the KTM proposal was shifted to Audi.
KTM will use a carbon fibre chassis from other motorsports partners. The car is expected to have similarities to the VW EcoRacer Concept. It will weigh around 1,600 lbs and get about 50 mpg. It will sprin from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds.
Originally Posted by gbb357
There are rumors that Audi plans to build a "baby" TT that will challenge the Lotus Elise. The new roadster is supposed to be shown before the end of the year. The "baby" is being built with the help of KTM, an Austrian motorcycle maker.
KTM first entended to work with Volkswagen at a roadster, but but since VW was already developing the GX3, the KTM proposal was shifted to Audi.
KTM will use a carbon fibre chassis from other motorsports partners. The car is expected to have similarities to the VW EcoRacer Concept. It will weigh around 1,600 lbs and get about 50 mpg. It will sprin from 0 to 60 mph in less than 6 seconds.
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and I hate convertibles
07-13-06 | 03:27 PM
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That would cut into Z4 sales like nothing before.
Nobody really wants a Z4 ... they just want a BMW roadster for as cheap as they can get one. This fits the bill better than the Z4 AND it looks better.
M.
Nobody really wants a Z4 ... they just want a BMW roadster for as cheap as they can get one. This fits the bill better than the Z4 AND it looks better.
M.
