Test Drive: 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is

VOICE OVER: Miranda Lightstone

How can you not fall in love with the two-seater Z4? The moment you see its sporty little get-up and low-to-the-ground stance, you yearn to get behind the wheel – and once you're there, you don't want to leave. Possibly one of the best-looking convertibles on the road today, BMW's Z4 isn't just a looker; it's a blast to drive too. Just don't bring it grocery shopping. In this video, http://www.WatchMojo.com spends a week behind the wheel of this sporty hardtop convertible and shows you why we think it's great – even though it isn't one of the most practical cars on the road.

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I love driving the Z4. One of the best parts is the fact that you are so close to the exhaust, you’re basically sitting on top of it. With the top down, you’re treated to an aural symphony of exhaust notes that BMW specially engineered for the Z4 only. The specially tuned, turbocharged 3.0-liter inline six cylinder engine pushes out 335 horsepower which might not seem like a lot, but with a car that’s so light, you’ll feel like you’re flying when you push that throttle to the floor. The engine is paired with a 7-speed dual clutch transmission, and while it’s nowhere near as sophisticated as Porsche’s PDK, it is still an impressive transmission to drive.

Rear-wheel drive and lively, the Z4 sDrive35is is a spirited convertible that’s just fantastic to drive with the top up or down – but I have to say I prefer the top down. That’s what it was made for after all.

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