There is a particular pleasure in a low-mileage roadster — the suspicion that someone bought it on a sunny weekend, drove it for a season, and then realised the rest of the year exists.

This 2024 BMW Z4 sDrive 20i M Sport arrived with us this week. Black Sapphire metallic over Cognac Vernasca leather, 15,100 miles, one previous owner, full M Sport pack and the Comfort pack — heated seats, head-up display, Harman Kardon, the usual sensible things.

It is the four-cylinder model, not the M40i. We make no apology for that. The 20i, with eight-speed automatic and the same chassis as its more powerful sibling, is the version of the car you actually use. Cruising at 30mpg, two seats, a folding roof, and a clean BMW Service Inclusive history through to 2027.

SPECIFICATION

  • Engine: 2.0 TwinPower Turbo
  • Power: 197 bhp · Torque: 295 Nm
  • 0–62 mph: 6.6 s
  • Transmission: 8-speed Steptronic
  • Roof: Power-operated soft top, 10s open / close, usable to 50 km/h

It is on the forecourt today and the dossier is live. £33,541, PCP from £439/month at 9.9%. Speak to the hangar on +44 1223 080 756 if you would like to put your hands on it before the weekend.