Z2 Information
08/03/2002 04:57:32 PM
(Gathered from
http://www.bmw2002.co.uk
)
BMW to build MX-5 beater;
Codenamed E82/2
Two seater roadster
To cost under £20,000
Will share 1-Series platform
On Sale late 2006
Designed to complement all new Z4
Modern look not retro
Using BMW's new "Flame Surfacing" design
Long Bonnet & short rear overhang
Simple "back to basics" interior
Cloth hood
Engines will be 4 cylinder units, starting with 110Bhp 1.6 up tp 240Bhp 2.2 M-Power unit designed to rev to 9000Rpm