Opinions on the following convertibles...
 

Oh hai,

I've been thinking of getting a convertible as a fun weekend car for the last 2 years. The insane amounts of sun that we get in Kelowna allows me to justify getting one.

The contenders:

2006-2007 Z4-M ($28k+ USD, US built so no duties)
2009+ MX-5 (facelifted, with the powered-hardtop) ($24k+ USD + duties)
2005-2007 S2K ($18k USD + duties)

I've narrowed it down to these three cars. Price wise, the S2K is the cheapest, while the Z4-M is obviously the most expensive. The MX-5 sits somewhere in the middle. FYI, I will be buying it from the states.

It will be a highway cruiser for the most part for May-August driving from Kelowna to Vancouver. I've read that the S2K has the worst seats for long-distance cruising. IMHO, I've only had time with a NC MX5, and I felt the seats were really comfy (driving from Vancouver to Whistler), and I did not feel like I was in a sardine can. (I'm 5'9" ~158lbs BTW).

The car will most likely be stock.. MAYBE rims + coilovers in the future..

Which one would you pick?

http://images01.olx.com/ui/1/38/76/14723276_1.jpg

http://onthesocialside.files.wordpre...-mx5-miata.jpg

http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/cro...z4m_460x0w.jpg

For those that own one of these cars, can you comment on how much you spent on maintenance/repairs?

take the bimmer
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I would pick s2k, but thats because i was planning on getting one last year :)

I wouldnt buy a BMW because of parts/maintenance cost, and Miata because it doesnt have as much power

if it's normal Z4, then get a S2K

since you mentioned M...then that's the only choice

Z4-M
S2K
MX5
Z4

LOOLLL why on earth is tat POS miata in there



Z4-M hands down


if just regular Z4? than s2k gets my vote, more raw and fun to drive

Z4M - Z4 3.0 - S2K - Greyhound - MX5

maintenance costs on BMWs are very high -- even windshield washer blades are $70-80 (I have an M3)

For what you are looking for -- I think the S2K is the best choice. Lightweight, fast, well balanced

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how the hell do you pay $70-80 bux for windshield blade?

lol even Piaas dont cost tat much

LOL! I'll definitely keep that in mind!

I've thought about the regular Z4 3.0si too (they're only $20k ish), but I really dislike the front bumper! I guess I can buy a Z4-M bumper.

The MX5 is in the group because it's actually a decent interior with the top-up while cruising. It's definitely much quieter than the S2k, and well you won't get your softtop slashed! The older bubbly MX5 looks girly, but the NC-facelifted looks pretty good in a dark colour combined with a black interior.

The S2K is bloody loud both with the top up and down! I don't think I can live with that while driving for 3hrs each way!

I had originally included the SLK350 6spd manual on the list too.. Having driven one, I think I enjoy driving the MX5 more than the SLK.. That might be just me though..

miata...has like..... barely 170hp


the rest of the cars u listed either has greater hp or actual torque to back it up

than again im just hating on the miata for being gutless

I'd pick the Z4-M simply because it has a lot more hp/torque than the others, and for highway driving that's probably what you want.

I have an s2k, and you're right - it's loud all the time, but you get used to it :) The only maintenance costs I've had so far are just regular oil changes. I had to replace the wiper blades too but they were like $20 for oem's.

Z4M all the way

SLK?

Woman's car...

"I had originally included the SLK350 6spd manual on the list too.. Having driven one, I think I enjoy driving the MX5 more than the SLK.. That might be just me though.."

I dont like the looks of the SLK at all.. It's way too chic-looking.. If anything, it looks more feminine than a facelifted NC MX-5 .. The SLK55 looks a lot meaner, but I'm not willing to rock an auto..

You should do more research on it. Driving experience on s2k and MX-5 are sure different from Z4M.

so is a miata

the S2000 is better if you are worried about maintenance....MZ4 was a $75K car new.....

Jay Leno likes Miatas:

http://www.mazdapedia.org/wp-content...no-390x600.jpg

no, thats a bitch's car

Full article here: http://www.miatamania.com/SiteGraphi...MazdaSport.pdf

I'm having a hard time locating a Z4M for a test drive. I have driven a 2003 Z4 2.5i Sport and a E46 M3 vert. before. I'm sure it's a mix between the two.


It's crazy how a couple of local dealerships are importing Z4 2.5s for < $20k usd and are listing it here for $33k+ CDN.. The currency is on par, and there's no duties to be paid on these cars!


I wouldn't call the MX5 a bitch's car, especially with the face-lift. It's not 'fast,' but it is extremely fun to toss around the city and on highways.

If I really needed this car to pimp hoes, I'd sell my MPS6 and pick up a used SL63 or a 997 C2!

+1, at legal speeds the MX5 probably has the highest fun quotient.

Sometimes I really hate Mugen_evolution's replies. I wish he was still banned. Anyway, I'd choose the Mx5 for it's practically and fun factor in the city and highway where you'll use it the most.
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