Saying a fond farewell to Victor... And a hello to Victor two point ohh

Broads · Post by **Broads** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 1:22 pm

Well this morning I finally, after several months of failed attempts and checking my options, i traded my lovely z3 for what I hope will be just as lovely z4 e89.

I know you guys like pics, as I have hung around here for a bit. So here you go.

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If you like pic feel free to follow my Instagram link below..

Hope to see you at a meet soon.

chrisgreen · Post by **chrisgreen** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 2:09 pm

nice trade up - skipped a generation! must feel completely different compared to the Z3 - i had a 2.2i and loved it. Felt so raw - albeit a bit primitive - one thing i don't miss is that plastic rear window - must have tried every compound under the sun and it was still cloudier than a dirty pint of cider!

What engine did you go for/have previously?

Broads · Post by **Broads** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 3:00 pm

The previous was a 1.9 The new is a 2.0
The difference .1 and a turbo makes..

Smartbear · Post by **Smartbear** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 3:34 pm

Broads wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 3:00 pm The previous was a 1.9 The new is a 2.0
The difference .1 and a turbo makes..

Hi, What 2.0 have you got? There’s an 18i/20i & 28i all with the same 2.0 engine

Rob

Broads · Post by **Broads** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 4:41 pm

Hi Rob, Its the 20i how long it remains like that is another question..

As a matter of interest any idea how much I need to start saving for a remap..?

Smartbear · Post by **Smartbear** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 5:01 pm

Broads wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 4:41 pm Hi Rob, Its the 20i how long it remains like that is another question..
As a matter of interest any idea how much I need to start saving for a remap..?

It depends on where you go, it seems to vary between £400-£500 unless you flash it yourself (mhd?)
You May get it cheaper without the dyno runs before/after, but that takes away some of the fun of finding out how much your car’s been improved

Rob

djstan · Post by **djstan** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 5:30 pm

Great colour! (OK I admit I’m a little biased

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Smartbear · Post by **Smartbear** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 6:21 pm

Broads wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 3:00 pm The previous was a 1.9 The new is a 2.0
The difference .1 and a turbo makes..

We had a z3 previously as well & there are similarities-particularly the clamshell design bonnet which does away with traditional style front wings.

Rob

Broads · Post by **Broads** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 6:26 pm

Your right, there are similarities. It looks like they have taken quite a few design ques from the previous z3 gen like the side indicator position mimicking the position of the gills. and the boot is more akin to the z3 boot than the e85 boot. I hope I enjoy looking at this one as much as I enjoyed looking at the z3.

buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 6:28 pm

Love the side by side pic. Enjoy the modern comforts of your new Zed.

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:31 pm

That colour really seems to suit the E89 - lovely!

I imagine it'll be a totally different experience to your Z3!

DHO51E · Post by **DHO51E** » Fri Nov 23, 2018 2:34 pm

Welcome. Lovely colour!
David

Phoenixboy · Post by **Phoenixboy** » Fri Nov 23, 2018 2:39 pm

looking good.
recently changed to an 89 myself.
gotta love a folding hardtop, two cars in one

Juddy67 · Post by **Juddy67** » Fri Nov 23, 2018 8:29 pm

Cracking looking pair !!! I’ve only covered 1500 miles in my e89 but already love it, and great colour by the way !!

enzed4 · Post by **enzed4** » Sat Nov 24, 2018 12:32 am

Have to agree - that is a fantastic colour. Congrats on the E89

. Looking forward to getting mine so much (still at the other end of the country).

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