2006 BMW M Roadster Review

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TO THE POINT What's New? Plop the M3's powerful inline six, a hydraulic rather than electric steering system, a revised suspension, and styling tweaks both functional and decorative into the BMW Z4, and the result is the excellent new M Roadster.
Selling Points: Tons of torque, macho looks, impressive handling
Deal Breakers: High price, lacks refinement, only a tick faster than a stock Z4

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My only complaint with visibility is with the somewhat small rearview mirror. With the top down visibility is good, especially through the large side mirrors, but with the top up rear visibility is obscured. The M Roadster does get a glass rear window with defroster but its size, combined with the small rearview mirror, makes relying on the side mirrors mandatory. The view over the sculpted hood is one of beauty and uninterrupted perspective.


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