Hello from the North East

MJJamieson · Post by **MJJamieson** » Sun Feb 17, 2019 7:35 pm

Hello, I'm just up the road in Stockton.

winny · Post by **winny** » Sun Feb 17, 2019 9:55 pm

saj77 wrote: ↑Sun Feb 03, 2019 5:19 pm Cheers mate.

I’m from Yarm, Teesside.

Wynyard here, but work in Eaglescliffe...my zed is my daily, so when you get yours look out for my e89 35i in deep sea blue

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Wed Mar 20, 2019 10:05 am

Hi all,

In the process of buying a 2008 3.0 SI in grey with red leather

Just ran the VIN, through the decoder.

Is this all standard on this model, or does it have any extras fitted? Nothing jumps out to me...

Thanks.

Prod. Date 2008-02-05
Type Z4 3.0SI (EUR)
Series E85 (Z Series)
Body Type ROADST
Steering RL
Engine N52
Displacement 3.00
Power 195kw / 265hp
Drive HECK
Transmission Manual
Colour SPACEGRAU METALLIC (A52)
Upholstery VOLLLEDER NEW ENGLANDSCHWARZTRAUM (LBT5)

Editions And Packages
S704A M Sports Suspension
S710A M Leather Steering Wheel
S711A M Sports Seats
S787A BMW Alloy Wheel M Double Spoke 135
S785A White Direction Indicator Lights

Comfort And Interior Equipment
S423A Floor Mats Velours
S428A Warning Triangle And First Aid Kit
S430A Interioroutside Mirror With Auto Dip
S441A Smoker Package
S459A Seat Adjuster Electric With Memory
S470A IsofixSystem
S493A Storage Compartment Package
S494A Seat Heating Driverpassenger
S4ADA Interior Trim Strips Alu Brushed Fine

Multimedia
S644A Preparation F Mobile Phone W Bluetooth
S662A Radio BMW Business CD
S672A CD Changer For 6 CDs
- Bavsound Speaker Upgrade Available

Driver Assistance And Lightning
S502A Headlight Cleaning System
S508A Park Distance Control PDC
S521A Rain Sensor
S522A Xenon Light
S534A Automatic Air Conditioning
S520A Fog Lights
S550A Onboard Computer

Wheels And Drive
S230A Extra Package EUspecific
S249A Multifunction F Steering Wheel
S2PAA Wheel Bolt Retainer
S224A Driving Dynamic Control

Environment And Safety
S302A Alarm System
S345A Chrome Line Interieur
S380A Hardtoppreparation
S399A Softtop Electromech Allautom
S863A Retailer Directory Europe
S877A Delete Crosspattern Operation
S880A Onboard Vehicle Literature English
S8SMA Car Ident Number Visible From Outside
S8SPA Control Unit COP
S853A Language Version English

Other Equipment
S1CAA Selection Of COP Relevant Vehicles
S1CBA CO2 Package
L812A National Version England Ireland
S925A VERSANDSCHUTZPAKET

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Tue Apr 23, 2019 8:10 pm

Just thought I’d update this thread....

I finally found a car, had it just over a week now

2008 3.0 SI in Space Grey with Dream Red leather M Sports heated seats

Bought from a forum member, FSH with 88k miles - had great 250 odd mile drive home.

Had MOT, oil service, MV2 alloys freshly refurbished and new Vredestein tyres fitted the week before I picked it up so all ready to go!

Done a few jobs too.
Went and visited Durham Dave and got my motor relocated. It was in immaculate condition - so that’s good to know.
Bought a E46 space saver and jack.
Fitted aftermarket TPMS, satnav, dash cam and CTEK charger.

But best of all managed to get a few miles under my belt with the roof down in this fantastic weather.

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MACK · Post by **MACK** » Tue Apr 23, 2019 8:52 pm

Glad you found one, especially just in time for the good weather and bank holiday weekend

Haggisman · Post by **Haggisman** » Tue Apr 23, 2019 10:56 pm

Welcome to Z4 ownership and the forum, great looking car, roof motor looks in great nick. Enjoy the good weather ahead.

jabber · Post by **jabber** » Wed Apr 24, 2019 9:03 am

Hi and welcome

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Wed Apr 24, 2019 5:53 pm

Cheers!

First impressions of the car are great but I’m going to do the CDV delete as think the gear changes could do with improving - don’t think it’s me

And I’m going to look into options on softening ride a little - maybe look at replacing the shocks, as at 88k miles they will be past their best??

Doddsy · Post by **Doddsy** » Wed Apr 24, 2019 7:19 pm

Nice one mate. Your roof motor was in better shape than mine was when Durham Dave pulled it out of its dirty bath

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Thu Aug 08, 2019 4:08 pm

Just a an update -

Completed my first 1k miles in the car.

Done a few of the basic / common mods so far -

Spacers 15F / 20R
Black gloss Kidney grills
CDV delete
ZHP Gearknob
Sound generator foam removal (1 piece)
Under seat first aid boxes
Aftermarket TPMS
Pressed metal plates
Roof motor relocate

Got beat by the Whippy removal - so still no stubby

A few pics....

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Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:08 pm

Your car is looking great, and some sound fettling done too.

But you really need to get some miles on it!

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Sat Aug 10, 2019 1:42 pm

Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Thu Aug 08, 2019 9:08 pm
But you really need to get some miles on it!

Thanks!

I’m trying - but with working abroad a month at a time and the great English weather when I’m home, my opportunities are limited

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Fri Aug 16, 2019 2:35 pm

Just fitted Eibach pro kit and Blistein B4’s with Meyle HD front mounts, Febi Blistein rear mounts (as I’d read Meyle HD rears can have a knocking sound).

Got some good weather this week so will get some miles on it - then get it Hunter alligned

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Fri Nov 15, 2019 4:40 pm

Further update -
I had Hunter alignment done to standard Z4 settings. This highlighted that my nearside RTAB was shot.

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So I replaced the RTAB, Lollipops, front and rear drop links with Meyle/Lemforder ones.

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Then took it to Track Torque near York for alignment to Z4 M settings after lots of research and advice on here!

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Car seems a lot better on the road but not had a real chance to test it. Hopefully will get some decent weather this month before I SORN it for the winter.

saj77 · Post by **saj77** » Fri Nov 15, 2019 4:44 pm

Also managed to fit a stubby - had to replace the base (parts 2&3) as I sheared the thread.

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