Archive for BMW Z4

Take the Top Off of a New BMW Convertible this Spring

Now that spring has officially arrived, it’s time to let your hair down and take your top off- your convertible top of course! BMW has six new models ranging from a track-ready convertible to a cruising down-the-shoreline kind of convertible. Each one delivers BMW’s refined dynamics and state-of-the-art technology.

For those of you looking for a fun, cruising convertible, the 1 or 6 Series Convertible would be perfect.  They both deliver a sleek design with sharp creases and elegant details, and provide uncompromising dynamics for an exceptional driving experience.

If you don’t like to store your convertible during the winter months, BMW offers several options with retractable hardtops.  For instance, the Z4 Roadster and 3 Series both provide 365 days of driving pleasure.  In addition to that, their exquisite design, driving capabilities and comfort will make you not want to put it away for the winter.

The M3 and M6 Convertible models are made for those of you looking for that added power.  The M3 delivers 414 horsepower under the hood of an elegantly designed convertible.  It perfectly combines the best sports car qualities with the best convertible characteristics.  The M6 is another notch up from the M3, delivering 560 horsepower and better efficiency, all with the same exquisite styling.

If you are ready to feel the wind blow through your hair and the sun on your face, then stop into our dealership, Perillo BMW, and take a test drive in one of our beautiful BMW Convertibles.

2013 BMW 3 Series 335i

 

New BMW Z4 GTE Racecar Ready to Hit the Track

Racing fans, there’s a new BMW racecar that is gaining a lot of attention in the sports world. Earlier this month, BMW introduced its BMW Z4 GTE racecar, replacing the BMW M3 GT from last season.

The Z4 was debuted at the Daytona Raceway, where it retired the M3, the championship winning car from last year’s American Le Mans Series.

So what are the differences between the M3 GT and the new Z4 GTE? The BMW z4 GTE is considerable more compact than the M3 GT, and also saw changes in its aerodynamics. New aerodynamics were installed in the undercarriage and rear wing.

The new car (#55) will be driven by Bill Auberlen of the United States and ALMS rookie, Maxime Martin of Belgium. We at Perillo BMW are anxious to see how the new BMW racecar performs during this year’s races!

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BMW to Revamp Z4 for Sportier Driving

BMW has announced that it will be redesigning its popular Z4 model to support a sportier driving experience, but fans of the Z4 can rest assured, as the reboot of the model will not cost the car its classic feel.

Putting the Porsche Boxster in its sights, BMW is upping the ante for luxury sports cars by shortening the hood, optimizing the weight distribution, and throwing in a new engine.  Shortening the hood will allow drivers to more easily maneuver at higher speeds, while adjusting the weight distribution will help the car handle whatever the road throws at it while minimizing the roll felt around turns.

It seems counterintuitive that BMW is looking to make the Z4 sportier by switching to a smaller engine, but the 240HP inline 4-cylinder N20 from the Z4 sDrive 28i will do just that.  The main difference comes from the weight of the engine itself, though the relative torque of the 4-cylinder gives drivers a much better “bang to buck ratio.”

All these together will make the redesigned Z4, planned to hit the market in 2015, more agile and fun to drive.  Learn more about this year’s Z4 as well as future models by visiting Perillo BMW’s web site.