Hooked on BMW 420i convertible

I needed to test the wind deflector ( as pictured). However, by early May, Paul realised he might never get the key back.

So he outsmarted me by first inviting me to BMWNZ’s M Festival track day at Hampton Downs on May 29.

He then suggested I swap the keys of the 420i for another long- term loan; a 330e. I fell for it. So, for the last weeks, I made the most of the 420i convertible, driving with the roof off as much as I could and then heading for long road trips with the wind deflector up.

The deflector is stored behind the rear passenger seats and unfolds into an L shape with one section clicked in over the BMW420i CONVERTIBLE PRICE: ENGINE: $ 87,000 2- litre, four cylinder turbo petrol Could become a family member Wind deflector takes up space; key taken off me rear seats, and the other section clicked in behind the front passenger seats. This means the two rear seats can’t be used.

The deflector works well, keeping the front passengers warm and warding off the wind, but personally, I’d just store beanies and scarves in the boot if I owned a 420i convertible.

That way I could still use the rear seats during cooler months.

Those two rear seats fit adults, making it a practical everyday car, especially with the hard roof.

So it was with reluctance that I turned up to BMWNZ’s headquarters to hand the 420i back, and yes, maybe someone had to prise the key fob out of my hand.