BMW that most performance-oriented of car companies had no affordable sports roadster in its line-up before 1995 Stung into action by Mazda's revival of the classic two-seater roadster the Germany company quickly staked its claim with the Z3 a classic long-nose short-tail design that used existing BMW mechanical hardware to good effect This new book tells the story of BMW's Z3 & Z4 two-seater roadsters & coupes which since 1995 have been at the forefront of the affordable sports car market The history of the Z3 & both generations of Z4 are covered as well as full specifications of all models; the formidable M Power derivatives & a guide to buying & owning The book is profusely illustrated with over 200 colour photographs & diagrams