New to the Z4 scene

Z4_Newbie_007 · Post by **Z4_Newbie_007** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 2:49 pm

Hello folks,

Another Z4 newbie here (Ross), just picked up a 2014 35iS yesterday - so far so good! I'm a bit of a petrol head having had many 'performance' cars over the years varying from a 1993 Renault Clio 16V back in the day through to a 2017 AMG C63 Coupe that I just sold to make way for the Z4. I essentially decided I was bored of buying new, losing tonnes of money, and not being able to mod because of warranty. So after lots of umm'ing and ahhh'ing decided to go ahead with the Z4. Why? Well, Spring is just around the corner (believe it or not!) and so the hard-top convertible was a big draw, the styling is nice, and that N54 engine is perfect for me to get back into the tinkering scene for more horses. I also own a classic 1984 Mini and a Honda CBR600RR motorcycle, so the Z4 is a welcome addition to the stable!

A couple of quick snaps.

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A few initial questions for you guys and gals if I may?
1. Is it normal to hear the fuel pump whirring away once you unlock the car?
2. Is it normal for the DCT to sound a bit clunky (selecting gears) at low speeds?
3. What lube can anyone recommend for rubber seals etc. to stop creaking?

Doddsy · Post by **Doddsy** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:03 pm

Welcome mate. Nice Zed

Maybe try Gummi Pflege on the rubbers like this stuff https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/WURTH-GUMMI-Pf ... 38ffd28716

road warrior · Post by **road warrior** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:04 pm

3. - ptfe for rubber

obewan · Post by **obewan** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:30 pm

Hi and welcome
1. Ahh that's what it is - yes then

Jollyjoiner · Post by **Jollyjoiner** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:44 pm

Hello and welcome.
Nice car you've got for your first Z and a nice car you've just swapped out, I do like the c63.
I still bet the little Mini is a hoot to drive too, and to top it off a cbr 600 rr give you a nice garage collection.

Not sure where your from but some of us are having a breakfast meet at https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/de ... tree-farm/
10.30am tomorrow 29th

Z4_Newbie_007 · Post by **Z4_Newbie_007** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:41 pm

Doddsy wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:03 pm Welcome mate. Nice Zed Maybe try Gummi Pflege on the rubbers like this stuff

Awesome, thanks!

Z4_Newbie_007 · Post by **Z4_Newbie_007** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:45 pm

Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:44 pm Nice car you've got for your first Z and a nice car you've just swapped out, I do like the c63.
I still bet the little Mini is a hoot to drive too, and to top it off a cbr 600 rr give you a nice garage collection.

Not sure where your from but some of us are having a breakfast meet at https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/de ... tree-farm/

The C63 was simply epic, an absolute animal, it would light up the tyres at 70mph if the road was damp in the slightest - and the noise! Ah I miss it!

The Mini is great fun, and more about the ‘built not bought’ way of motoring. There’s nothing you can’t change with just a half inch spanner and a hammer!

I’m based in Herts so the meet is a little far out for me, but have fun gents!

Another question I’ve just thought of... the nav screen - does it not go into night mode by itself when the lights come on? Seems a bit odd to have to manually do it?

jabber · Post by **jabber** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:53 pm

Hi and welcome

Jollyjoiner · Post by **Jollyjoiner** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:04 pm

Z4_Newbie_007 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:45 pm
Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:44 pm Nice car you've got for your first Z and a nice car you've just swapped out, I do like the c63.
I still bet the little Mini is a hoot to drive too, and to top it off a cbr 600 rr give you a nice garage collection.

Not sure where your from but some of us are having a breakfast meet at https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/de ... tree-farm/
The C63 was simply epic, an absolute animal, it would light up the tyres at 70mph if the road was damp in the slightest - and the noise! Ah I miss it!

The Mini is great fun, and more about the ‘built not bought’ way of motoring. There’s nothing you can’t change with just a half inch spanner and a hammer!

I’m based in Herts so the meet is a little far out for me, but have fun gents!

Another question I’ve just thought of... the nav screen - does it not go into night mode by itself when the lights come on? Seems a bit odd to have to manually do it?

Your right the Nav doesn't go into night mode, I'm not even seen t's got a night mode to do it manually

Jollyjoiner · Post by **Jollyjoiner** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:20 pm

Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:04 pm
Z4_Newbie_007 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:45 pm
Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:44 pm Nice car you've got for your first Z and a nice car you've just swapped out, I do like the c63.
I still bet the little Mini is a hoot to drive too, and to top it off a cbr 600 rr give you a nice garage collection.

Not sure where your from but some of us are having a breakfast meet at https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/de ... tree-farm/
The C63 was simply epic, an absolute animal, it would light up the tyres at 70mph if the road was damp in the slightest - and the noise! Ah I miss it!

The Mini is great fun, and more about the ‘built not bought’ way of motoring. There’s nothing you can’t change with just a half inch spanner and a hammer!

I’m based in Herts so the meet is a little far out for me, but have fun gents!

Another question I’ve just thought of... the nav screen - does it not go into night mode by itself when the lights come on? Seems a bit odd to have to manually do it?
Your right the Nav doesn't go into night mode, I'm not even seen t's got a night mode to do it manually

Well I've just been out and checked and found night mode in settings , you just have to do it manually. I've only had the car 3 months

Z4_Newbie_007 · Post by **Z4_Newbie_007** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:40 pm

Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:20 pm Well I've just been out and checked and found night mode in settings , you just have to do it manually. I've only had the car 3 months

- still, I can't believe it doesn't do it automatically?!

EDIT: Just found this online, works a treat!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dK45lvXjFVM

buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:41 pm

Welcome on board, nice seats.

Zed Baron · Post by **Zed Baron** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:47 pm

Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:04 pm
Z4_Newbie_007 wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 4:45 pm
Jollyjoiner wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 3:44 pm Nice car you've got for your first Z and a nice car you've just swapped out, I do like the c63.
I still bet the little Mini is a hoot to drive too, and to top it off a cbr 600 rr give you a nice garage collection.

Not sure where your from but some of us are having a breakfast meet at https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/de ... tree-farm/
The C63 was simply epic, an absolute animal, it would light up the tyres at 70mph if the road was damp in the slightest - and the noise! Ah I miss it!

The Mini is great fun, and more about the ‘built not bought’ way of motoring. There’s nothing you can’t change with just a half inch spanner and a hammer!

I’m based in Herts so the meet is a little far out for me, but have fun gents!

Another question I’ve just thought of... the nav screen - does it not go into night mode by itself when the lights come on? Seems a bit odd to have to manually do it?
Your right the Nav doesn't go into night mode, I'm not even seen t's got a night mode to do it manually

Yep its really annoying that its not auto, but you can programme the buttons underneath for shortcuts, just saves going through the navigation menu. I have night / day mode and dvd player zoom screen setup on them etc

Z4_Newbie_007 · Post by **Z4_Newbie_007** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:48 pm

buzyg wrote: ↑Fri Dec 28, 2018 5:41 pm Welcome on board, nice seats.

Thanks! They're a bit grubby, weather permitting they're getting a deep clean tomorrow

firebobby · Post by **firebobby** » Fri Dec 28, 2018 6:34 pm

Welcome to the forum, another rare wood dash on the forum

We need photos of the Mini

And keep your eyes open for meets, we try to get up to the Ace cafe on German car and bike nights, I always post when we are going up

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