If it wasn't for 500 hp would you still buy it? Seems like the Z4 is a better package. If you want to see a difference go to a BMW dealership, and go to a Ford dealership. Everything about BMW is more professional. Z4 a lady's car?? I guess that is your opinion, but I remember somewhere reading that CSVTs have a higher male ownership than cobras, and cobras were pretty low male ownership to begin with. Would you be happier carving out some twisties enjoying the landscape, or nailing the gas and being driven into the seat on onramps? I guess it is just a matter of taste. (I do think I might be lookin at the 500 myself (if Ford will put some good incentives on it

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Hell, I had the choice, and I picked the Z4. (albeit a lowly 3.0l) check out z4um.com for more info