Hi From a Newbie

Squadron Leader · Post by **Squadron Leader** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 12:19 pm

Hello Z4 forum peeps. I have just agreed to buy an '04 Z4 3 litre. Gotta wait a week to collect it so thought I would introduce myself on here and ask what should I look out for when I get it? what upgrades are available (if needed) all things a newbie should know really.

Very ta,

Phil

RustyZ4 · Post by **RustyZ4** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 12:23 pm

Hi & Welcome

First thing is if it has run flat tyres, ditch them ASAP, that transforms the car, as for upgrades, some of that depends what extras the car already has on it.

Certainly having the weather for it

Crazy Harry · Post by **Crazy Harry** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 12:42 pm

Hi and welcome - 3.0 good buy

.... but is it the E85 roadster or the E86 coupe? ....... and you know we expect to see photos when you get it - or better still from the viewing

RickRob · Post by **RickRob** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 8:17 pm

Hi and welcome.

Looking forward to the pics almost as much as you are looking forward to collecting the car!

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 9:53 pm

Welcome to the forum OP.

If your car is an 04 plate it will be an E85 - the Coupe didn't go on sale until 2006.

Everyone seems to recommend swapping to non-runflat tyres, if that hasn't already been done.

It's also well worth getting the roof motor moved into the boot, because where BMW put them they just get drowned by the roof drains.

There are 4 or 5 forum members around the country who can do this for you for sensible money (I believe new motors cost loads).

Other than that all you need to do is enjoy it - and post some photos!

oldgitdave · Post by **oldgitdave** » Fri Apr 20, 2018 10:54 pm

Hi & welcome.
'04 E85 roadster is a great value little car these days. Bought mine last year & can't fault her, such fun

. I did have to have the roof motor resurrected & moved to the boot though. So much cheaper than the stealers though thanks to the help & advice available on here

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Good luck with your new car & don't forget the photos. They are compulsory on here

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buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 9:27 am

Welcome to the forum. Enjoy flying along in your new Zed.

Crazy Harry · Post by **Crazy Harry** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 9:37 am

Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Fri Apr 20, 2018 9:53 pm
If your car is an 04 plate it will be an E85 - the Coupe didn't go on sale until 2006.

and that's why I like this site - you learning something every day!

metal licker · Post by **metal licker** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 12:27 pm

Hi and welcome aboard

Take a look at this link may be of help - viewtopic.php?f=2&t=21281#p300458

Squadron Leader · Post by **Squadron Leader** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 3:20 pm

Wow, thanks for all the useful replies guys. The checklist by Taz is great. I will post pics up when I get it but I do know that the car is fitted with non run flats already, plus, the hood motor has been relocated to the boot.

This might be daft question, bear with me as i’m Only a newbie:roll:
Is there a hardtop available on the market for the convertible Z4?

Finally, any members on here live in Bucks, Oxon or South Northants? Wouldn’t mind a meet-up at some point this summer.
Cheers for now,

Phil

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 7:38 pm

Squadron Leader wrote: ↑Sat Apr 21, 2018 3:20 pm Is there a hardtop available on the market for the convertible Z4?

There certainly is, it was a BMW option. While they crop up for sale on here from time to time, they tend to be priced no lower than £700!

Which suggests they are rather popular.

jabber · Post by **jabber** » Sat Apr 21, 2018 7:39 pm

Hi and welcome

firebobby · Post by **firebobby** » Sun Apr 22, 2018 2:34 pm

Welcome to the forum, I live near High Wycombe, sounds like you are at the top of the county. Don't forget the photos, it's the law

Squadron Leader · Post by **Squadron Leader** » Tue May 08, 2018 3:15 pm

Hi everyone. Finally got my Z home on Sunday and gave her a wash today before it got too hot - so as requested, here is a pic. I have to say, I love it. What a beast

Phoenixboy · Post by **Phoenixboy** » Tue May 08, 2018 3:22 pm

great looking roadster, all the tin top boys are jealous when the sun shines. enjoy

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