Discussion:BMW Says Goodbye to the Z4 with a Limited Final Edition for 2026

[G. David Felt]

Thanksgiving gifts can come in many formats, BMW announced over the U.S. Thanksgiving week Holiday the limited production edition of the Z4 M40i roadster. This rare auto will come with the following:

• Exclusive BMW Individual Frozen Black metallic paint.
• Vernasca/Alcantara interior with distinctive red contrast stitching.
• Available with a 6-speed manual or 8-speed Steptronic transmission.
• MSRP of $77,500 plus $1,175 destination and handling.

The BMW Z4 roadster has been thrilling enthusiasts since 2002 that has delivered on a unique combination of purist driving, sporty dynamics, and classic proportions. BMW has decided to end production by building a limited run of the final year 2026 Z4 that will have an exclusive to the Z4 paint job, unique interior accents and commemorative badging.

The BMW Z4 Final Edition will be produced from February to April of 2026 in a single, well-equipped configuration. Customers will only have the one decision to make, 6-speed manual or 8-speed steptronic transmission and the MSRP is already set along with destination fee.

BMW Z4 Final Edition Specification:

BMW has chosen to give the final edition a unique yet unmistakable personality. This starts with the Frozen Black Metallic paint and a contrasting standard Shadowline package that adds high gloss black trim to the mirror caps, kidney grill, lower air intake, air breathers, and exhaust. This also includes a Moonlight Black Soft top and red calipers as a standard M Sport brake.

Every Z4 will be fitted with 19-inch M Dual-Spoke 800M wheels up front and 20-inch wheels in the rear.

Depending on the transmission, each auto will have enhanced suspension that includes electronic control and variable custom software.

The Z4 has gone through many interpretations since it first came to market in 2002 and in 2026 we have the final features of this limited production model.

Z4 Final Edition Features and Equipment

BMW Individual Frozen Black Metallic Paint
Vernasca/Alcantara Leather Interior with Red Contrast Stitching
Black High-Gloss Interior Trim
M Seat Belts
19/20” M Dual-Spoke Bicolor 800M Wheels with Staggered Performance Tires
M Sport Brakes with Red Calipers

Shadowline Package

• Mirror Caps in Black
• Adaptive Full LED Lights
• Extended Shadowline Trim

Driving Assistance Package

• Park Distance Control
• Active Blind Spot Detection
• Speed Limit Info
• Lane Keeping Assistant
• Forward Collision Mitigation

Premium Package

• Ambient Lighting
• Parking Assistant
• Head-Up Display
• Active Park Distance Control with Side Protection

Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
Moonlight Black Soft top

Dealerships are taking orders now.

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[Drew Dowdell]

I have always liked these, but they are impossible for me to get in and out of. 

 

[G. David Felt]

1 minute ago, Drew Dowdell said:

I have always liked these, but they are impossible for me to get in and out of. 

 

Yes, as much as I like sports cars like this, they do not fit this, German!  

[Drew Dowdell]

12 minutes ago, G. David Felt said:

Yes, as much as I like sports cars like this, they do not fit this, German!  

I've spent more time in the Supra than the Z4, but they are fantastic driving vehicles.  The Supra is faster than the 86 obviously, but in both cases, they are like slipping on a perfect fitting running shoe that feels like part of your body more than a vehicle.