Posts: 2725
From: Granville, OH
Registered: Mar 2001

posted April 16, 2001 07:01 PM               

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Originally posted by alex:
Just did a story about the new Z3 on FantasyCars.com. Check it here: http://www.fantasycars.com/1/2001/Z32002/z32002.html

(includes a front-end pic )

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Hmm, looks a lot like a facelifted TT from the front. Still, it is a very BMW-ish automobile, and I think I will enjoy seeing it when it hits the roads.

This is my first attempt at including a quote in my reply, so bear with me if it doesn't work....

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From: Gainesville, FL
Registered: Feb 2001

posted April 16, 2001 08:52 PM               

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I like the back, and don't mind the front. I still won't buy one, but it's a nice car.

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From: Australia
Registered: Nov 2000

posted April 18, 2001 07:09 AM               

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i wont buy one either. Probably because i cant afford it!

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posted April 18, 2001 08:26 AM               

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In my opinion, the new Z3 is an excellent evolution of the original design. It incorporates elements such as the broader grille and more angluar headlights of the Z9 Concept, the side vents of the Z8 on the side of the hood, and a rear end that can be traced directly back to the X Coupe of Detroit while still keeping a strong resemblance to the original Z3. The sharply creased wheel arches are a nice new touch, as well, probably traceable back to the X Coupe's "flame surfacing." Overall, I only have a few quibbles with the design. First, the tailights are a radical departure from BMW tradition. While they do a nice job of mirroring the twin lenses up front, the matte plastic surrounds and brightwork around the lights seems to make them seem a little out of place on the rounded rear end of the car. Second, the seam of the hood travels straight across the hood from the headlights rather than sweeping underneath the grill, as is BMW custom. The harsh line created by this clashes fiercely with the lines of the hood and sides, breaking up an otherwise sleek design. I can understand this decision, however, from a front-impact standpoint. By distancing the front of the hood from the bumper, the chance that the hood will be damaged in a low-speed collision is reduced, cutting down on the amount of body panels needing repair.
In summation, good job BMW, just work on the tailights and hood a little.

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From: Washington
Registered: Feb 2001

posted May 01, 2001 08:09 PM               

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OHNOHNOHONOHONOHONOHON

MY BABY!!!!

i loved that little z3... especially the M Roadster... MY BABY!!! the tortured that on the torturing rack to give it an ugly shape MY BABY!!!!! *weep* *sniff* *moan* *grunt*

*sigh* i loved the X Coupe concept, but a crossover is AWFULL!!! lets hope they make a few *sniff* changes b4 production

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From: Iowa, USA
Registered: Apr 2001

posted May 03, 2001 05:31 PM            

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I think its great and with the power increases the Z3 and M will be on top like it has since 95.

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From: Jax, FL
Registered: Feb 2001

posted May 04, 2001 05:16 PM               

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I like the design, but i am more comfortable with the design of the s2k. and also, i dont htink the handling will be up to the s2k but may be close, so if the 2l can get 7 or under to 60 i think that you would have a better comparison. Overall, i like it much better thean the old one. But I dont believe it wyoud be up to a new boxster (no such thing, dont spread rumors), which realyy needs a replacment by now.

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From: Canada
Registered: Nov 2000

posted May 05, 2001 02:26 AM            

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The Z3 DOES need replacing. Right now, it's about the oldest car in the BMW line-up, and it shows. It's still a good car, though.

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From: Jax, FL
Registered: Feb 2001

posted May 06, 2001 04:53 PM               

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good, but like you said old and not as competitive as it used to be.

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From: Gibsons, BC, Canada
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posted May 16, 2001 07:12 PM               

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Being a Mercedes-Benz faithful, you have to not like BMW. This new Z3 though, is actually good looking. The X coupe end treatment works and it's just nice to see that BMW is catching up.

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From: Gainesville, FL
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posted May 16, 2001 10:49 PM               

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Catching up to what the SLK, that thing is crap.

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From: Wellington, FL United States
Registered: Jan 2001

posted May 17, 2001 04:18 PM               

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this car is alright i guess but BMW could have done a better job...........

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From: Jax, FL
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posted May 17, 2001 07:16 PM               

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i like Audi but i dont hate either of bimmer or merc tho i do prefer bimmer. So you dont have to hate bimmer [s55].

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posted May 28, 2001 10:20 PM               

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Does anyone know if this new Z3 will appear for sale in the US as a 2002 model, or we will have to wait till 2003, as usually is the case when compared to Europe? I hope that it will appear in 2002 because my lease expires in April of 2002, so I could actually get this one... Yup, you guessed it, I like it!

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From: Bonneville Salt Flats
Registered: Dec 2000

posted May 28, 2001 11:33 PM               

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The car gonna take a little longer to reach U.S. shores, that´s for sure!!!

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