2008 BMW Z4 BMW Z4 2008

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2008 BMW Z4 repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (15%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 20 repairs.
See TSBs and recalls for the 2008 BMW Z4.

2008 BMW Z4 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 BMW Z4 2dr Hatch

330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD

18000 mi

US $1600
Oil analysis discovered that the connecting rod bearings were worn (43PPM lead). This is a known issue on the S54 engine. 

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2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

16200 mi Replaced mass air filter, serviced fuel injectors, replaced valve cover and vacuum hoses, and replaced O2 sensor, which finally fixed the rough cold running. 

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2008 BMW Z4 2dr Convertible

255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD

26000 mi PCV valve heater replaced under recall. 
27000 mi Replace O2 sensor (bank 2, sensor 1) PCV heater valve recall 

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2008 BMW Z4 Engine Problems

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