16/07/2008 07:17. Earlier spy photos revealed the Z4’s interior, and despite some camouflage, a few details could be discerned. For one, it appears the hand brake is gone, probably in favor of an electronic setup. BMW’s latest automatic gearshift is present, and there’s some type of iDrive knob visible.

Most attention has been paid to the Z4’s exterior — and with good reason. Many of the polarizing features of the current Z4’s design have been toned-down, for what appears to be a much more elegant look.

Chris Bangle’s fussy flame-surfacing seems less controversial, as the side character lines appear to have a more logical flow throughout the Z4’s surface development. The Z4’s twin-kidney grille takes inspiration from BMW’s CS concept, as well as the new 7-series, while a strong chin... // LeftLane News