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2006 BMW Z4
M COUPE
by
K athleen C akr
BMW occasionally lets its hair
down and shows its fun side. For
2(X)6, the Z4 Series undergoes its
first major evolution. Through the
years, BMW's high-performance M
ears have become legendary among
enthusiasts. M' is what BMW puts
on its cars to say "M ORE.’- More
power, more speed, more style, more
for the serious sports car enthusi
ast to love.
The BMW Z4 M Coupe is a joy
to behold. Seen from the side, it
appears to have been painted by an
artist's single brushstroke. The Z4
Ms sport their own distinctive look.
With a deep spoiler, flame-surface
bodywork, well-executed roofline,
long hood, sophisticated rear end,
and the new M-spec front bumper
to th e se x y 18" wheels, this coupe
certainly has a lot o f presence.
The M C oupe’s pent-up aggres
sion scream s to be released on
the open road.
Inside, more reason to rejoice.
Dear Deanna!
My husband came in one day and
announced that he wanted a di
vorce. I didn’t see it coming and
don’t understand what happened.
We have good kids, our communi
cation is good and our sex life is
active. He has been moody at times
over the past year but I didn't think
anything of it. He hasn't filed for
divorce yet but he is already mov
ing out of the house. I asked him
many questions but he got very
upset when I asked if he was cheat
ing. What do I do? -Torn Wife;
Oklahoma City, Okla.
Dear Torn Wife:
Relationships don’t end overnight
and marriages don’t operate like a
light switch. There’s a possibility
you’ve been so tuned into the per
fect life that you didn’t notice your
husband changing. A year is a long
time for distractions and there’s
certainly something wrong. There
is someone else especially if he's
moving out and getting defensive
when infidelity comes up. D on't
give up or agree to divorce without
the sophisticated 3.2-liter, with vari
able valve liming on both camshafts
and 6 individual throttle bodies to
help it achieve its phenomenal I (XI-
plushp per naturally aspired liter. It
diK’sn’t offer up the full 330hp until
the needle passes 79<X) rpm. The
engine has a glorious mechanical
and hard-edged sound that actu
ally gave me goose bumps as it
zings to the redline. The M Coupe
has Normal and Sport driving modes
that can be selected from the con
sole controls. In Sport, the throttle
opens quicker so the engine seems
more powerful, the Normal mode
offers slower acceleration, which
would probably be more comfort
Engine: 3.2 Liter-DOHC, 24-valve inline 6-cylinder
able on a daily basis.
Transmission: 6-Speed manual
The BMW Z4 M Coupe is a
MSRP: $ 49.300.00
rock steady road w arrior, cutting
M - Brace the Adrenaline: 0-60mph in 4.8 seconds
through turns with precision and
Quarter-mile clocks: 105 mph in 13.6 seconds
grace. Feeling raw and ‘racecar-
The steering wheel is so massively right at home in the drivers seat. It’s ish ’ when it's wound out, bu,
thick it’s more like you're holding not as cramped as you might think rem aining relaxed and com posed
one of the tires. The pedals, gear either, thanks to the trendy new when you’re not in the mood.
lever and basic controls are al I per double-bubble roof and low seat This car really makes you want to
fectly placed and simple to use and ing position.
take a longer way home. Driving
because it's unencum bered by
The M C oupe's power output, at the M Coupe is an exhilarating
¡Drive, the Z4 M Coupe takes only 330 hp, is definitely what I would adrenaline rush o f speed and
a few moments to make you feel call healthy. The Z4 M’s engine is performance!
Ask
discipline, punishment and taking
her radio. She has such a one-track
mind and we don't know what to
do. What are some suggestions to
helpuschange herhabits? -Dawn;
Los Angeles
Dear Dawn:
counseling because you deserve
an answer.
The first step is to realize that you
are the parent and your daughter is
the child. You should implement
some expectations and standards
that must be met before other ac
tivities. Enforce your guidelines but
also offer positive reinforcement
for accomplishments. Once things
come into balance, introduce fam
ily activities and productive hob
bies as entertainment. Eventually
her interests will broaden and she' II
be well rounded and more focused.
Dear Deanna!
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