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Finally I have a 30i

Specific discussion about the E89 2009 Z4 (sDrive35is, sDrive35i, sDrive30i, sDrive23i)
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Post by Big Bad Boris » Sat Aug 01, 2020 12:45 pm

So after months of searching and being beaten to the punch by various stealers around the country , I have finally landed myself a 30i. Here area some obligatory first pictures:
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Many of you know this has been a bit of a long running saga and lots of you have been sooooo patient and helpful over the last few months in answering my questions, listening to my whining and providing encouragement that eventually I’d find one. I know this isn’t the Oscars, but given the amount of negativity on the forum over the last 24 hours I think it’s worth pointing out that even if there are one or two idiots, crooks and utter sh1tbags Snooping in the shadows, there are some fantastic, honest, helpful and good people on this forum. So a big and special thank you to Argyll Andy, who helped me day, night and often early morning with all things E89 and to Silverstar, who’s been with me right through the whole saga. Apologies if I miss anyone, but also big thanks to Smartbear, Ronk, Enuff Zed, McButler, Pbondar and MrTidy who have all taken time to guide me and answer my endless questions.

And before anyone asks, no I don’t want to buy a f**kin M Sport bonnet for it. I’m off to check some salmon relays and to start cleaning and polishing 😉

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Post by obewan » Sat Aug 01, 2020 12:51 pm

Looking good :thumbsup:
Don't forget the 'stubby' :exitright:
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Post by Silverstar » Sat Aug 01, 2020 12:55 pm

obewan wrote: Sat Aug 01, 2020 12:51 pm Don't forget the 'stubby'
Oh no the stubby / whippy wars again :rofl: :poke: Once again congratulations Big Bad Boris on the new car.
2009 sdrive30i auto Sapphire Black / Coral Red

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Post by IRD » Sat Aug 01, 2020 1:01 pm

Congratulations! A fine looking car sir. Now you will find after reading the posts on this Forum that you need all sorts of items for your new acquisition that you didn’t know you needed. :thumbsdown:

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Post by IRD » Sat Aug 01, 2020 1:02 pm

Meant to send the thumbs up sign. :thumbsup:

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Post by mr.tourette » Sat Aug 01, 2020 2:01 pm

Looks great.. hope to join the 30i club soon, may end up in a 23i though as there seems plenty more about, hopefully I can remain patient like yourself until the right car turns up
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Post by N4LLY » Sat Aug 01, 2020 2:05 pm

Most excelent :thumbsup:
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Post by Smartbear » Sat Aug 01, 2020 2:50 pm

Worth the wait, now get out & enjoy it :thumbsup:
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Post by mcbutler » Sat Aug 01, 2020 3:34 pm

Looks amazing, keep the whippy, keep the individuality dont flock with the stubby sheep :poke:
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Post by Timmyboybunter » Sat Aug 01, 2020 7:35 pm

Congrats!
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Post by jabber » Sat Aug 01, 2020 7:52 pm

Very nice :thumbsup:
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Post by Steve Page » Sat Aug 01, 2020 9:35 pm

Was that the one on Autotrader down near East Grinstead? Looks very nice don't think the sellers pics in the ad really did it justice if it is.

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Post by sars » Sat Aug 01, 2020 10:07 pm

Oh congratulations, the 3.0 is a great choice and the colour combo looks great :thumbsup: Are those 19” style 296 shod with run flats?
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Post by Mr Tidy » Sat Aug 01, 2020 11:27 pm

Great news, and the one you have found looks stunning - congratulations. :thumbsup:
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Post by Armscarf » Sun Aug 02, 2020 4:47 am

Nice one, well worth the wait.

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