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Z4M Gear Knob

Post by nick_z4 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 6:46 pm

So my Gear Knob came away in my hands last night after some spirited driving and the plastic clip has broken off. Anyone got one of these or know where i can get a like for like from (trying to avoid dealer prices)?

Or any good alternatives, the power cable for the gear knob has also broken :(
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by Terryvision » Wed Jul 01, 2015 7:02 pm

Get a ZHP you won't regret it :driving:

Part No 25117896886

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111701926073?
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by TomK » Wed Jul 01, 2015 7:05 pm

Crikey, that's some effort! Not quite sure what you mean by the plastic clip, however, if you looking for a change to the better I would recommend the OEM F10 M5 gearknob which many change to. Shortens the throw, sits lower, illuminates better and looks a whole lot nicer IMO, albeit costing £100 or so from BMW. Very simple to swap. I think a standard replacement is about £70??
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by TomK » Wed Jul 01, 2015 7:06 pm

Terryvision wrote:Get a ZHP you won't regret it :driving:

Part No 25117896886

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111701926073?
They're very similar to the M5 one but not illuminated.
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by srhutch » Wed Jul 01, 2015 7:24 pm

TomK wrote:
Terryvision wrote:Get a ZHP you won't regret it :driving:

Part No 25117896886

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111701926073?
They're very similar to the M5 one but not illuminated.
Unless you can find an illuminated one :wink:
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by ChrisN53 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 7:29 pm

Terryvision wrote:Get a ZHP you won't regret it :driving:

Part No 25117896886

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111701926073?
Is that a direct fit for a 6spd 3.0si Coupe? Appreciate its not the illuminated one, just like the look of the shorter, chunkier M gear knob.

Is that the cheapest on eBay?
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by ChrisN53 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 8:55 pm

Further to above; is this going to fit? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Genuine-M ... 3f3a0439eb

Can genuine ones be had for cheaper anywhere else?
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by Terryvision » Wed Jul 01, 2015 9:22 pm

ChrisN53 wrote:Further to above; is this going to fit? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Genuine-M ... 3f3a0439eb

Can genuine ones be had for cheaper anywhere else?
My link is the same knob but cheaper..... they fit e85 & 86 Manuals but BMW state doesn't fit!..... it's a lie, trust me I have one! :thumbsup:

I don't believe bmminiparts or sopers will beat that price, they couldn't get near it when I got mine..

Search for just the part number on eBay and your get some listings: ZHP Links eBay
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by ChrisN53 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 9:44 pm

Many thanks.

£52.68 on Amazon :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/BMW-Genuine-Lea ... 0052R53PI/
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by Terryvision » Wed Jul 01, 2015 9:46 pm

ChrisN53 wrote:Many thanks.

£52.68 on Amazon :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/BMW-Genuine-Lea ... 0052R53PI/
Thats a good price... buy buy buy :thumbsup:
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by nick_z4 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 10:41 pm

ChrisN53 wrote:Many thanks.

£52.68 on Amazon :)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/BMW-Genuine-Lea ... 0052R53PI/
Thanks for the responses guys, ive ordered this one :)
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Re: Z4M Gear Knob

Post by nick_z4 » Wed Jul 01, 2015 10:54 pm

TomK wrote:Crikey, that's some effort!
It surprised me! I think the clip had been broken for some time and only took a quick shift from 2nd to 3rd before it just came off entirely. It still sits in position but i think its best safety wise to get a new one :)
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