Could be my first Z4

redtailed78 · Post by **redtailed78** » Sun May 27, 2018 7:02 pm

Hello everyone,

I've been looking at another 2 seater since selling the MX5 a few years ago, wedding and house move all done now so starting to look at getting a weekend toy again. It's going to be an E85 and although i would prefer a 3.0 or a 2.5 nothing is for sale within 100 odd miles that doesn't have really high mileage. I drive a diesel rep mobile for work so I think the 2.0 will be fine, going to test drive this during the week

It's a 57 plate, 47000 miles, 2.0i and comes with good service history.

RustyZ4 · Post by **RustyZ4** » Sun May 27, 2018 7:22 pm

Hi & Welcome

I wouldn't be scared of high mileage if it comes with a good history, especially if its going to be a weekend toy, there are may z`s out there people are driving heading towards 150,000 miles, gives you a lot more choice, I would take a 3.0 with double that mileage over the 2.0, but that's just my preference.

good luck with your search

Z4 COUPSTER · Post by **Z4 COUPSTER** » Sun May 27, 2018 8:05 pm

That car with a 3.0i would be the bollox. Love the individual interior. For what it's worth I had a 2.0i sport and sorry but it was lacklustre, I've also driven the 2.5i(not Si) and that was a bit better. Travel bud a try a 3.0i,2.5si or 3.0si, before committing.
Just my point of view ofcourse.
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philbo909 · Post by **philbo909** » Sun May 27, 2018 8:13 pm

keep an eye on the for sale section here, at least you'll know the cars been treated right!
high miles doesn't mean problems, the m54 is solid (the n52 not as much, but avoid short trips and pick one up with a new ish water pump)
make sure the suspension's had a bit of an overhaul and you're laughing

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Sun May 27, 2018 8:19 pm

Welcome to the forum OP.

That is a lovely looking Z4, but I'm not sure I would go for a 2.0i - I doubt it would feel noticeably quicker than your MX5.

For me a straight 6 N/A petrol engine is one of the Z4s unique features.

And as has been said I wouldn't worry unduly about higher mileage models. Mine is on 86K now, and my 325i Touring (same engine as a 2.5Si Z4) is on 133K!

Good luck finding the right one - whichever you go for.

buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Sun May 27, 2018 8:21 pm

Welcome aboard. Love the interior on that one. I wouldn't worry too much about a leggy Zed. As long as the history is good and it looks clean. They take the miles well.

noiseboy72 · Post by **noiseboy72** » Sun May 27, 2018 9:12 pm

Having driven a 2.0 and my 2.5si, there's a huge difference between them. The 2.5si is similar up until about 4000 revs and then takes off like a scalded cat, while the 2.0 is much more progressive and consequently not as quick or as much fun!

Keep looking for. 2.5si as a minimum, they are there to be found

paddy wright · Post by **paddy wright** » Wed May 30, 2018 8:37 am

That looks great!

Kav · Post by **Kav** » Wed May 30, 2018 10:02 am

Nice leather!

paullyjay · Post by **paullyjay** » Wed May 30, 2018 10:28 pm

Make sure it's a straight six - I have had a few... M30, M20, M50, M57 and now an M54... The sound is glorious and acceleration is silky smooth... It really is worth waiting and finding a good one!

redtailed78 · Post by **redtailed78** » Sat Jun 02, 2018 6:29 pm

Thanks for all the replies everyone, all very good advice to take on board with regards to the 2.0 version..

So today we picked up a rather nice 2006 3.0Si and so glad we were advised to try the bigger engine as the noise is amazing.

My wife had the drivers seat for the 150 mile drive back in glorious sunshine and when I took over for the last few miles it poured down but still brilliant fun.

I've a few things planned for the car but cant wait to enjoy it for the time being

Joneeboy · Post by **Joneeboy** » Sat Jun 02, 2018 9:00 pm

Very nice.

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Sat Jun 02, 2018 9:05 pm

Glad you went for a 3.0Si - it's a great engine!

And a white E85 is pretty rare - looks great.

earthdweller · Post by **earthdweller** » Sun Jun 03, 2018 1:38 pm

Great choice .. can’t fault the Si

Enjoy your car

Z4 COUPSTER · Post by **Z4 COUPSTER** » Sun Jun 03, 2018 1:42 pm

redtailed78 wrote: ↑Sat Jun 02, 2018 6:29 pm Thanks for all the replies everyone, all very good advice to take on board with regards to the 2.0 version..

So today we picked up a rather nice 2006 3.0Si and so glad we were advised to try the bigger engine as the noise is amazing.

My wife had the drivers seat for the 150 mile drive back in glorious sunshine and when I took over for the last few miles it poured down but still brilliant fun.

I've a few things planned for the car but cant wait to enjoy it for the time being

We'll done bud. She looks a stunner.

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