2008 BMW Z4 3.0SI

Make

BMW

Model

Z4 3.0SI

Year

2008

Listed price

$12,000

Location

Fernandina Beach, Florida

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

70,000 miles

When BMW launched the E85 Z4 in 2002, it marked a bold departure from its Z3 predecessor, embracing a more angular, flame-surfaced design penned by Chris Bangle and Anders Warming. The Z4 was conceived as a true driver's car, offering a stiffer chassis, more precise steering, and a superior power-to-weight ratio compared to its roadster rivals. The 3.0si variant, introduced later in the E85’s production run, represented the pinnacle of the naturally aspirated six-cylinder models, blending the revered BMW inline-six experience with the Z4's dynamic chassis. It was a swan song for a generation that prioritized purity of driving feel, eschewing the turbocharging and power-folding hardtops that would define its successor. This 2008 BMW Z4 3.0si, showing a modest 70,000 miles, embodies that enthusiast spirit. Clad in a timeless black exterior over a rich brown interior, its aesthetic perfectly complements the Z4’s distinctive lines. Under the hood lies the celebrated N52 3.0-liter inline-six engine, known for its smooth power delivery and characteristic BMW exhaust note, here paired with a responsive automatic transmission. Having spent its entire life garaged in the Southeast US with its current owner for the past 16 years, this example boasts a full service history and is entirely free of rust, a testament to meticulous care and a favorable climate. For the discerning enthusiast, this Z4 3.0si offers an opportunity to acquire a well-preserved example of BMW's last great naturally aspirated roadster.