It’s been 11 years since BMW launched the Z4 Zagato Coupe on the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, and in 2023, we’re again on the shores of Lake Como in Italy to get acquainted with its religious successor. Whereas the earlier idea was primarily based on the second-generation Z4 (E89), the newest idea began off as a G29. We spent some high quality time capturing the coupe-ified sports activities automotive to find all of its new particulars, past the fastened roof.
Wheels with an ALPINA vibe
We’d argue it’s greater than only a Z4 M40i Coupe since BMW went for a capturing brake physique model paying homage to the Z3-based M Coupe (E36/8). That is nonetheless a two-seater automotive, albeit extra sensible than earlier than by accommodating a spacious cargo space within the again, helped by the practically flat roofline. What’s outdated is new once more contemplating these wheels ship a powerful ALPINA Z8 vibe. It’s price mentioning the automotive wasn’t absolutely constructed by Magna Steyr just like the common Z4 because the one-of-a-kind coupe was hand-crafted.
Impressed by the BMW Z4
The grille is large however not overly tall because it retains nearly the identical proportions because the common Z4’s kidneys whereas adopting a brand new sample with twin vertical slats. A have a look at the aspect profile exhibits BMW remains to be discovering methods to clean up the Hofmeister kink, and this newest model is a focus of the car’s silhouette.
Extra important adjustments have occurred on the rear the place BMW put in bulging fenders and removed the third brake gentle to allow a cleaner design. The highest of the tailgate hosts a bespoke spoiler whereas the bumper has a brand new diffuser flanked by the big exhaust ideas reserved for the M Efficiency model. Inside, the braided leather-based is a pleasant contact we’d prefer to see on manufacturing automobiles supplied with Particular person upholsteries.
The usual Z4 was already one of many prettiest BMWs on sale and remodeling it right into a two-door wagon has solely made it much more of a looker. As at all times, magnificence is within the eye of the beholder however most of us can agree it’ll be a tragic day when the compact cabriolet can be discontinued. It’ll reportedly be retired in 2026, with no direct substitute sight. As for this Idea Touring Coupe, it’ll stay a one-off affair.
