Earlier photos of another camouflaged roadster prototype have sparked quite a debate with the spy-community as to whether the model were seeing here is the next generation Z4, or a totally new roadster dubbed, by most, as the Z9 -though it could be called Z6.
Pictures of the prototype that were sent in January were taken in Munich, and had a fabric roof, while the one were seeing here has a solid retractable hardtop. If its really the Z9 (or Z6 if you prefer) then we have a future successor to the retro-styled BMW Z8 and a possible competitor to the Mercedes SL.
Still, spies, analysts and other experts are still confused as to which model this is. Both sides have strong points, even though the camouflaged roadster that were seeing is obviously much larger than the Z4.
Some sources are still saying that the next-generation Z4 will be doing a bit of growing up to make room for an entry-level 1-series-based roadster dubbed Z2.
On the other hand, noticing the side window covers and the folding metal roof, were very sure that were seeing the Z9, as we highly doubt that the next-gen Z4 will be fitted with an electric hard-top.
In addition, unnamed industry sources attending the Chicago Auto Show today have all but confirmed that this is NO Z4!
Were still uncertain about the name, but we are sure that BMW will be giving the SL a run for its money! `