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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
- Timmyboybunter
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Ta
The old ones were both broken, so a worthy mod to do and they do look a bit nicer.
The old ones were both broken, so a worthy mod to do and they do look a bit nicer.
2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Iiiiiiiiiit's beginning to look a lot like Christmas....
Newly acquired 295's and freshly refurbished (in anthracite) 224's arrived home today. Massive thanks to Number5 who collected the former and completely sorted the latter from their previous sorry state on my behalf - what a legend.
Not 100% yet, but I think the 295's will go on the car as they're in good nick, the current 294's will get sold on as we have a troubled relationship and the 224's I'll just sit on for now - possibly until something turbocharged and 6 cylinder makes an appearance, should that ever happen.
Newly acquired 295's and freshly refurbished (in anthracite) 224's arrived home today. Massive thanks to Number5 who collected the former and completely sorted the latter from their previous sorry state on my behalf - what a legend.
Not 100% yet, but I think the 295's will go on the car as they're in good nick, the current 294's will get sold on as we have a troubled relationship and the 224's I'll just sit on for now - possibly until something turbocharged and 6 cylinder makes an appearance, should that ever happen.
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2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
295's on.
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2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Those look good,look forward to see what the 224,s look like if you fit them ,as they are one of my favourite bmw wheels.
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Nope, looked better when it had the neon pink alloys and matching grilles its come a long way... indicators next?
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They look good although I like the 294s too! Saying that I now think aesthetically this car really needs 19" wheels.
2009 sdrive30i auto Sapphire Black / Coral Red
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Timmyboybunter, 35iS next...............
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
I think the 295s looks much better than the 294s - but then I might be biased as I bought a set of 295s for my 2nd E86.
And I recently bought a set of 224s for my current one - they just need a refurb and new tyres once I can afford it!
And I recently bought a set of 224s for my current one - they just need a refurb and new tyres once I can afford it!
Coupes because stunning!
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
I have 295s on my mine, never seen them on anther Zed before, I love them and they are incredibly easy to clean
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Steve
E85 2.5 SE Maldives blue
E89 20i Estoril blue
E89 35iS Alpine White ( Current Zed )
E85 2.5 SE Maldives blue
E89 20i Estoril blue
E89 35iS Alpine White ( Current Zed )
- Timmyboybunter
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Yes agreed, they really nailed it with the 224 design - they look good on E85, E86 and E89. I concluded they would look a bit too new and shiny on my not exactly perfect condition car, so I've stuck them in the loft for now. Will definitely get used at some point in the future.
Thanks no I'm actually in the minority which prefer the pre-LCI indicators, so they'll be staying.
I'm only keen on a couple of the 19" designs - they're just a bit too 'open', so once you have a dirty wheel sitting next to old rusty calipers and years worth of wheel weights, they don't look so great. I'd probably keep them if I got a car with them on though.Silverstar wrote: ↑Sat Dec 05, 2020 6:01 pm They look good although I like the 294s too! Saying that I now think aesthetically this car really needs 19" wheels.
I have done a good bit of thinking, and have ruled out a 35iS. The jump up in outlay suits some people and they're clearly appreciating currently, but a slightly unloved higher mileage 35i is what I'm half looking out for, with all the risk that goes with it. Drove a promosing sounding MT 35i a couple of weeks ago with just 67k on the clock - it was a dog (was also offered a 2014 35iS with just 16k on the clock over the weekend for £18k - that one made me pause, but then reevaluate how much I'm looking to blow on this hobby of mine, hence the conclusion above).
Having lived with them for a couple of days now, I do like them a lot - and they'll definitely be staying. Are yours 19"'s? They look one step nicer.
2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
All joking aside as we’ve discussed it what suits you and what you’re comfortable withTimmyboybunter wrote: ↑Mon Dec 07, 2020 9:04 am Argyll Andy wrote: ↑Sat Dec 05, 2020 5:41 pm
35iS next...............
I have done a good bit of thinking, and have ruled out a 35iS. The jump up in outlay suits some people and they're clearly appreciating currently, but a slightly unloved higher mileage 35i is what I'm half looking out for, with all the risk that goes with it. Drove a promosing sounding MT 35i a couple of weeks ago with just 67k on the clock - it was a dog (was also offered a 2014 35iS with just 16k on the clock over the weekend for £18k - that one made me pause, but then reevaluate how much I'm looking to blow on this hobby of mine, hence the conclusion above).
I saw your review on the 35i and was disappointed for you bud, particularly given you like a challenge.
Not but a 16k 35iS at £18k is bloody good value ATM as you say, and I mentioned on another post last week, they seem to be appreciating but if you’re not wanting to commit that level of £££ into your hobby that’s fully understandable too.
Won’t stop me winding you up occasionally right enough
G29 M40i Thundernight with Ivory interior, all option packs (here for a while, hopefully )
G29 M40i Misano Blue all option packs (Gone 26k of fun)
E89 35iS, Valencia Orange, Design Pure Traction pack (Gone)
E89 23i sDrive, Silver (Gone)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Probably my most pointless mod yet, but hell it's Christmas and I'm bored.
BMW performance gear shift selector fitted - plug and play from the E9x (though the matching alcantara gator is NOT available for the E89).
Feels much nicer in the hand, for the 4 seconds per journey it's actually used.
Comparison pics below - original is on the left in each case.
BMW performance gear shift selector fitted - plug and play from the E9x (though the matching alcantara gator is NOT available for the E89).
Feels much nicer in the hand, for the 4 seconds per journey it's actually used.
Comparison pics below - original is on the left in each case.
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2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Far from pointless, did that mod in my auto e85 and its such a nicer looking thing albeit the e85 knob was slightly fuglier than the e89 one I think its a nice touch
if its got tits or tyres..its trouble
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
Lockdown toys
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2012 VW Passat 1.4 Tsi Estate
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
2005 Mercedes CLK 55 AMG
2015 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive35iS (sold)
2010 E89 BMW Z4 sDrive30i (sold)
2003 E85 BMW Z4 3.0 (sold)
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My Second Zed Thread (2010 E89 sDrive30i)
What’s all that nonsense Timbo....?
M roady...OEM CSL’s, strut brace, Remus back boxes, ZHP
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E89 35i project car...mapped 365bhp, M4 stoppers & wheels, KWV3’s, H&R front ARB, M3 front arms, strut brace Eisenmann cat back race exhaust, VRSF downpipes inbound
E89 35is
G29
MR2 MK 2
E89 35i project car...mapped 365bhp, M4 stoppers & wheels, KWV3’s, H&R front ARB, M3 front arms, strut brace Eisenmann cat back race exhaust, VRSF downpipes inbound
E89 35is
G29