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Is the BMW Z4-based Tender 5.7 the most Marmite car of the year?

Based on the current BMW Z4 and featuring bodywork inspired by Elvis Presley’s famous BMW 507, you’ll either love or hate the Tender 5.7.

We usually love a retro-inspired design, but we’re not quite sure what to think of this BMW Z4-based Tender 5.7. As you can see, not much of the convertible BMW’s original bodywork is left, if any at all, with the Tender 5.7 instead swapping in all-carbon fibre body panels inspired by none other than Elvis Presley’s BMW 507. 

Under the hood, the Z4 M40i’s straight six has been fitted with a larger turbocharger and a Bastuck exhaust system, bringing power up to an impressive 500 horses with 650 Nm of torque. However, it seems the 5.7 in the name is more of a reference to its classic inspirations than actual engine displacement. 

Where the Tender 5.7 really excels is the customisation department, featuring a fully bespoke interior in any colour of your choice. In addition to the standard paint options, they are also making 15 special editions of the Tender 5.7, each in a unique and iconic colour from across the history of the automobile. So, would you add a 507-inspired Tender 5.7 to your collection, or would you rather take the vanilla Z4 as BMW intended? 

 

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