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Post by Redongreenongo » Tue Dec 11, 2018 12:07 am

Hello,

I am looking for a low mileage manual 3.0 E85 (well under say 60k or therabouts). Can go higher on the mileage if it's mint. I'm located near Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

I've seen a few at dealers but if I can buy from an enthusiast that would be much better!

Let me know if you have something, cheers.

OR an LHD of any flavour would be handy as well...... :)
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Post by Mr Tidy » Tue Dec 11, 2018 12:36 am

Welcome to the forum. :thumbsup:

It might be worth posting a "WANTED" on the Buy and Sell Z4 pages, after you've had a look at the ones for sale.

Good luck with your search, and don't forget to post photos once you've found one!
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Post by Redongreenongo » Tue Dec 11, 2018 12:40 am

Hi, thanks very much! I thought I would buy the car then do the "hello it's me thing" because clearly must have pics! :)

Frogive me if I am wrong but isn't this wanted ad on the Z4 for sale part already?

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Post by Mr Tidy » Tue Dec 11, 2018 1:00 am

Sorry, it certainly is there!

Hopefully you'll find one soon - it's a good time of year to be buying! :thumbsup:
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Post by Redongreenongo » Tue Dec 11, 2018 1:03 am

That is good to hear! I have seen a fairly wide price range so far as well for what seem to be similar cars.

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Post by Mr Tidy » Tue Dec 11, 2018 1:19 am

Well I don't know what you have looked at, but there was a facelift in 2006 so that may have a bearing on what you have seen.

Pre-facelift 6 cylinder models had the M54 engine - the 3.0i that produced 231 bhp.

Facelift 6 cylinders got the N52 engine - the 3.0Si that produced 265 bhp. (The facelift 2.5Si had 218 bhp).

The facelift also brought some stying changes, like clear indicator lenses, and facelift cars do seem to command a premium.

Happy hunting. :thumbsup:
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Post by Rob_benton » Tue Dec 11, 2018 12:42 pm

Hi

Mines for sale and not too far from you.
It’s mileage is 86k.

viewtopic.php?f=41&t=81845

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Post by Smartbear » Tue Dec 11, 2018 4:03 pm

Mr Tidy wrote: Tue Dec 11, 2018 1:19 am Well I don't know what you have looked at, but there was a facelift in 2006 so that may have a bearing on what you have seen.

Pre-facelift 6 cylinder models had the M54 engine - the 3.0i that produced 231 bhp.

Facelift 6 cylinders got the N52 engine - the 3.0Si that produced 265 bhp. (The facelift 2.5Si had 218 bhp).

The facelift also brought some stying changes, like clear indicator lenses, and facelift cars do seem to command a premium.

Happy hunting. :thumbsup:
The facelift 3.0si actually produced 262bhp, the 265 figure equates to ps which is a lesser amount compared to bhp :poke:
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Post by chrisgreen » Tue Dec 11, 2018 6:17 pm

when are you looking to buy? I'll have mine up for sale in February/March time.

2004 3.0 silver SE with 72k miles on. Heated & electric seats, OEM wind deflector, bluetooth. Had a new roof motor and i've cleaned the drains myself.

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Post by matt_bott » Tue Dec 11, 2018 11:23 pm

I’m in Sussex but head to Stevenage fairly regulary for work if you wanted a look

viewtopic.php?f=41&t=110680

If you send me a phone number I can WhatsApp pics

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Post by Redongreenongo » Mon Dec 17, 2018 10:39 pm

matt_bott wrote: Tue Dec 11, 2018 11:23 pm I’m in Sussex but head to Stevenage fairly regulary for work if you wanted a look

viewtopic.php?f=41&t=110680

If you send me a phone number I can WhatsApp pics
Hi Matt, number is 07879996675 cheers.

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