Looking for 06-08 Z4 3.0si, any big differences?

kingc0bra · 03-25-2016, 03:10 PM

Hi All,

I'm looking for a fun second car to drive on my way to work and back since I take the canyons everyday.

I initially had decided on getting a miata but for some reason remember the older z4s with the soft top (not a fan of the current gen z4, they are heavy and really not sporty anymore...)

Anyways, any big differences between the 06-07-08 MYs?

Any tips would also be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

Karacticus · 03-25-2016, 04:18 PM

IIRC, just about nothing except for some color availability changes in 2008.

imz4n · 03-27-2016, 08:00 AM

2007-2008 had the aux input as a standard option and the updated lifters

Huz-Z · 03-28-2016, 06:58 AM

One thing that is a plus about a nicely maintained 2006 is the fact that its tire pressure monitoring system uses the ABS brake system to monitor wheel speed and detect a tire issue - as opposed to 2007 and 2008 cars which have sensors in the tire valves which can be quite troublesome when they act up.

Also, while some 2006 cars can exhibit sticky steering in hot climates, that was corrected for cars built in the latter half of 2006. I've never noted this with my 2006, although I do live in Canada (the tropics it ain't up here).

With respect to the lifters, its generally accepted that the worst aspect of this is an annoying noise when cold, and lifter damage should not be a concern. My 2006 had the lifters addressed under warranty by the initial owner - I was able to verify this with the local dealer before purchasing the car.

Hawkeye · 03-28-2016, 02:06 PM

Congrats (early)! It is an amazing machine and super fun to drive!

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kingc0bra Second Lieutenant 76 Rep 233 Posts Drives: 2014 335i M Sport Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Los Angeles, CA iTrader: (0)	Looking for 06-08 Z4 3.0si, any big differences? Hi All, I'm looking for a fun second car to drive on my way to work and back since I take the canyons everyday. I initially had decided on getting a miata but for some reason remember the older z4s with the soft top (not a fan of the current gen z4, they are heavy and really not sporty anymore...) Anyways, any big differences between the 06-07-08 MYs? Any tips would also be greatly appreciated! Thanks! __________________ Current: '14 335i Msport Past: '10 370Z Roadster, 06 G35coupe, 02 Mustang GT, 02 Focus SVT, 96 Probe GT
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Karacticus Second Lieutenant 15 Rep 222 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4 3.0si Coupe Join Date: May 2007 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0)	IIRC, just about nothing except for some color availability changes in 2008. __________________ 2007 3.0si Coupe Dinan Stage I Suspension (Shocks, Struts, Springs), Ground Control Front Camber Plates, Treehouse Racing Front Control Arm Bushings, RTAB Bushing Limiters
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imz4n Captain 57 Rep 822 Posts Drives: 2006 3,0 si TITANIUM SIlVER Join Date: May 2007 Location: Orange County Ca. iTrader: (0)	2007-2008 had the aux input as a standard option and the updated lifters __________________ SoCal Z Enthusiast contact me to get on the list. Events for like minded people and when you talk about your Z, we will know what you are saying. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ZSCCACalifornia/
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Huz-Z Brigadier General 848 Rep 4,057 Posts Drives: Z4 3.0si, 328 XDrive, X5 35i Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Canada iTrader: (0)	One thing that is a plus about a nicely maintained 2006 is the fact that its tire pressure monitoring system uses the ABS brake system to monitor wheel speed and detect a tire issue - as opposed to 2007 and 2008 cars which have sensors in the tire valves which can be quite troublesome when they act up. Also, while some 2006 cars can exhibit sticky steering in hot climates, that was corrected for cars built in the latter half of 2006. I've never noted this with my 2006, although I do live in Canada (the tropics it ain't up here). With respect to the lifters, its generally accepted that the worst aspect of this is an annoying noise when cold, and lifter damage should not be a concern. My 2006 had the lifters addressed under warranty by the initial owner - I was able to verify this with the local dealer before purchasing the car. __________________ Huz-Z BMW Z4 3.0si Roadster. Montego Blue Metallic. Premium and Sport Package.
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Hawkeye Brigadier General 2070 Rep 4,365 Posts Drives: '07 Z4 Coupe, '21 X3, '16 GMC Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Iowa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2016 GMC Sierra SLT [10.00] 2008 Yamaha R6 [9.00]	Congrats (early)! It is an amazing machine and super fun to drive! __________________ 2007 Z4 3.0si Coupe • 6 MT • Black Saphire Metallic • PP • SP 2016 GMC Sierra SLT Z71 Premium Plus 4x4 2017 Harley StreetGlide • Denim Black • V&H Tune 2021 BMW x30i • Phytonic Blue Metallic • Fully loaded
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