Last summer, a BMW exec came out and said that it was the end of the line for BMW manual transmissions. In response, I came out with a blog that argued that this was no big loss because, well, BMW ...

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At the center of the spacious cabin for two sits the leather-wrapped, short-throw manual-shift lever. Vernasca leather is ...

The new BMW Z4 M40i “Handschalter” combines an inline-six engine with a six-speed manual transmission and plenty of visceral ...

The long-awaited manual transmission finally comes to the BMW Z4 M40i performance roadster ... For the first time, manual-equipped M40i cars get bi-color M light-alloy wheels in a double-spoke ...

Although the idea of a six-cylinder Lancia convertible with rear-wheel drive is very tempting, it's also a pipedream at the end of the day ...

The BMW’s styling is no less spectacular inside, with bespoke components everywhere. The switchgear, the steering wheel and ...

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The Sport model offers a purer look than the M Sport with its extra aerodynamic addenda. The Z4’s proportions are a little odd for a BMW roadster, which is mainly a result of it being based on ...

Powered by BMW's terrific family of six ... can be thrown through the corners, the 2007 Z4 is a driving delight for two. It is available as either a convertible or closed coupe, and can be ordered ...

Perhaps I’m seeking shelter amidst the storm with BMW’s Handschalter Pack Z4 as my nomination. I promise I’m no Luddite. I’m ...