Well, well, well, what do we have here? BMW has finally heard the cries of purists and given the Z4 the manual gearbox it so rightfully deserves. Yes, you heard that right. The 2024 BMW Z4 will come with a six-speed manual gearbox, and I for one couldn’t be happier.
For years, enthusiasts have bemoaned the lack of a proper manual option in the Z4, and BMW has finally listened. This is a car that was born to be driven, to be felt, and the addition of a manual gearbox only amplifies that experience. No more lamenting the loss of the clutch pedal, no more settling for paddle shifters. This is driving in its purest form.
The Z4 itself is a stunning car, with its long hood, sleek lines, and athletic stance. It’s the kind of car that makes you want to take the long way home, the kind of car that begs to be pushed to its limits. And now, with the manual gearbox, it will undoubtedly be even more engaging to drive. The tactile feel of shifting gears, the satisfaction of nailing a rev-matched downshift, it’s all a part of the experience that’s been missing from modern sports cars.
Of course, the Z4 also comes with a range of impressive engine options, including a turbocharged four-cylinder and a more potent inline-six. Pair that with the manual gearbox, and you’ve got a recipe for pure driving bliss. The sound of the engine, the feedback through the steering wheel, and now the engagement of the manual gearbox, it’s a symphony of performance that’s sure to put a smile on any enthusiast’s face.
So, to BMW, I say thank you. Thank you for finally giving the Z4 the manual gearbox it deserves. This is a car that now truly represents the joy of driving, and I for one can’t wait to get behind the wheel and experience it for myself. Cheers to the 2024 BMW Z4, may it reignite the passion for driving in a world that’s becoming increasingly automated.