BMW 3 Series GT
BMW hits its premium car rivals with a double whammy. Maxine Ashford travels to Italy to test out the latest Z4 roadster and the spacious 3 Series Gran Turismo models.
interest from potential buyers, whilst sending a shiver down the spines of rival manufacturers.
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hen a premium car maker of BMW’s pedigree launches two models at the same time, it is guaranteed to generate
And the arrival of the revitalised two-seat sports car – the Z4 - along with a new larger- than-life 3 Series model sees the German brand really piling on the pressure. Te awesome, jaw-dropping Z4 has a long, established history as a classic two-seat
roadster and the 2013 version has been given a mid-life facelift complete with a number of subtle enhancements to freshen up the line-up. Somehow, BMW has managed to improve the car’s wow factor and its magnificent styling will undeniably stop onlookers in their tracks. It has a bold, menacing stance with smart
alloys, BMW’s kidney grille, twin tailpipes, a hard-top roof, smart light clusters and a rippled bonnet that covers the beating heart of the car. New features include LED corona rings around the lights, additional chrome detailing, upgraded interior materials and the introduction of a stunning Valencia Orange option to the line-up. Te luxurious and elegantly styled interior is
feature-rich with sophisticated techno treats and although you are guaranteed to feel the occasional bump and dip along the way, the Z4’s premium leather seats offer incredible
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