BMW cancels Z4M

We are big fans of BMW’s superfast Z4 M roadster, but we must have been the only ones. While BMW is scaling back on engine size for the M3 and M5, plans for an M version of the new Z4 have been killed off.

According to a BMW spokesman, "Given the current economic crisis there is no business case for a full-on M version of the Z4." He said that BMW will offer a M Sport package that will include a body kit, large alloy wheels, tuned suspension and an M-branded steering wheel. The twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline six engine’s output can also be upgraded to from 300 to 326 hp. That’s not too bad considering the first generation Z4 M’s engine made 338 hp.