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Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i

6s0–60 MPH
249TOP SPEED KPH
234HORSEPOWER

Notes

The BMW Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i is the first member of the Z4 series conceived by Anders Warming. This German Roadster replaced the famous Z3 in 2002, getting its spot as the top version of BMW's sportscars line-up. The 2-door Roadster carries a naturally aspirated 3.0i (231Hp) six-cylinder M54B30 DOHC engine, coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission. This sophisticated RWD variant reaches a top speed of 152 Mph, accelerating from 0-62 Mph in 5.9 seconds flat. The Z4 incorporates an aluminum construction for better weight management, an electronic throttle system, and dynamic stability control to increase cornering grip at high speeds.

A BMW Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i is around 26,653 dollars, but its build quality and overall performance are way above its competition in the under 30K segment. The complex BMW Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i includes many neat sports car features to ensure a smooth, elegant, yet thrilling riding experience under any track surface condition. With a run-flat combination that capitalizes on safety and convenience, the Z4 includes a Bridgestone RE050A 225/45R17 tire setup, supported by a strut, multi-link suspension system, and ventilated disc brakes for stopping power. It comes with an electric power steering system that operates with a high-tech servomotor motor instead of a conventional hydraulic pump.  

horsepower
234
WEIGHT KG
1,380
Power to Weight
0.17
CURRENT VALUE
$12,500

OEM Specs

engine Description
3.0L NA I6 (M54B30 )
drive Type
RWD
0-60 MPH
6 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
249
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$40,250
gearbox
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
torque
300 N.M
Model Years
2003-2007

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Popular BMW Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i Mods by Level

From 7 documented builds

Medium

4 builds
Tires Yokohama Advan A0521· Yokohama Advan A0051· Kumho Ecsta V7301· Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R1
Suspension Bilstein B162· H&R Anti-Roll Bar2· ST Suspension XTA1
Brakes K-Sport 8-Pot Brakes2· Pagid RSL292· EBC RPX1· Castrol SRF1· Ferodo DS25001
Intake/Exhaust K&N Sport Air Filter2· RPI Scoop1
Wheels OZ Alleggerita HLT1

Heavy

OEM Pace+0.6% 3 builds
Tires Maxxis RC-12
Suspension TC Kline Racing Double Adjustable Dampers1· H&R Sway Bars1· Turner Monoball RTAB1· Delrin/Aluminum Mounts1
Brakes BMW 135i Front Brakes1
Intake/Exhaust Aftermarket Headers1· Markski Tuning Catless Exhaust1
Power/Tune ESS TS21· E85 Fuel Conversion1
Wheels Apex ARC-81
Weight Stripped Interior1
Other Custom Roll Cage1

Lap Times

Time Track Car Mod Driver Tire Lap Date Date Added vs Predict Pace
1:42.7 G Inde Motorsports Ranch (Configuration 4 CW) Heavy 05 May, 2024 18 Jan, 2026
1:43.2 Podium Club (CW) Heavy 26 Mar, 2023 13 Jun, 2026
1:45.4 L M Transilvania Motor Ring Medium 24 May, 2021 08 Dec, 2022
1:22.2 Toronto Motorsports Park (CW) Heavy 20 Sep, 2020 15 Jan, 2026
1:48.0 Transilvania Motor Ring Medium 26 Sep, 2020 05 Oct, 2022
2:08.0 Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) Medium 28 Nov, 2023 14 Feb, 2024
1:47.5 Laguna Seca (Current) Medium 09 Feb, 2024 14 Feb, 2024
1:41.4 Canadian Tire Motorsport Park-Mosport (Grand Prix Circuit) Heavy 01 Sep, 2021 08 Dec, 2024
2:01.3 M MotorPark România (CW) Medium 25 Oct, 2020 09 Sep, 2022
1:44.0 Ahvenisto Race Circuit Light 30 Aug, 2020 23 Jan, 2026
1:54.8 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Light 09 Jun, 2017 11 Jun, 2021 flag
8:22.5 Nürburgring (BTG) Medium 26 Sep, 2023 07 Mar, 2026

Top Modified Z4 E85 Roadster 3.0i

Year Driver Name Mod Horsepower Tire Tire Size Vs Predict
2003 (w/VR) Team GS Racing Heavy 219 100 Victra RC-1 255/40/17 -3.7s
2003 (w/VictraRC) Just_Drive Heavy 100 Victra RC-1 225/45/17 -1.39s
2003 (w/AR-1/3GFX) 3GFX Heavy 234 100 AR-1 235/45/18 / 265/45/18 +6.31s
2006 (w/EagleF1S) BOBAH Medium 240 Eagle F1 SuperSport 225/45/17 +6.48s
2003 (w/A052) vlad89dc Medium 234 200 ADVAN A052 225/45/17 / 245/40/17 +6.56s
2006 (w/V730) -Rsipad- Medium 234 200 V730 225/45/17 +6.71s
2003 Atte Ahvenainen Light +10.99s
2003 chrisbinsb Light 234 40 g-Force R1 S/R1S 225/45/17
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