Yeah, glad the Z8 'didn't do so well" either. BMW admitted it was "slightly" overpriced
and not offering a Steptronic or SMG killed sales.
The ride is very firm, but not any harder than an M3 or stock Z8. You def. feel bumps and holes,,,but it is completley stable and rock solid.
Trading for a 33hp Opel??? Well that just might be a deal.
The little round gauge behind the steering wheel is the gear indicator, it shows both Steptronic and "manual" modes.
Thanks for all the great postings. Appreciate it!!!! [bmwdance]