Hi everyone. New member and owner here. I thought it was time I introduce myself after having lurked here while researching my purchase.
After having driven a Clownshoe many years ago I've been wanting one of my own. Unfortunately with prices having escalated to what they are now, they're a bit out of (my) reach. Recently I had come across a few Z4 Coupes on the forums and feeds I follow, but hadn't given them too much thought. One weekend while out for a ride on my bike I came across Munich Legends who at the time had a gorgeous Clownshoe in their show room. I hopped on their website to confirm how much the prices had risen to. While the price of the Z3 M Coupe wasn't a surprise, I also saw a E86 M with 53,000 miles on the clock, and in what looked like good cosmetic condition. That's when the research started and I came across this site.
After much reading and man maths, it was time to buy. Here's my car.
Before I took delivery of the car it had an inspection 2 done, M logos replaced and a fresh set of Conti Sport Contacts. Since then I've done a few cosmetic tweaks in the form of a paint restoration detail with 2 stage ceramic coating (fancy!) and had the steering wheel refurbished.
Before lockdown I managed to get in a quick few laps of Anglesey on a freezing cold February Saturday, which was epic fun. It was great to really open the taps and explore the handling characteristics outside of normal road driving.
Thanks to this forum for the wealth of info you've all shared. It's been a massive help. Here's hoping I can pay it forward somewhow.
Matt
After having driven a Clownshoe many years ago I've been wanting one of my own. Unfortunately with prices having escalated to what they are now, they're a bit out of (my) reach. Recently I had come across a few Z4 Coupes on the forums and feeds I follow, but hadn't given them too much thought. One weekend while out for a ride on my bike I came across Munich Legends who at the time had a gorgeous Clownshoe in their show room. I hopped on their website to confirm how much the prices had risen to. While the price of the Z3 M Coupe wasn't a surprise, I also saw a E86 M with 53,000 miles on the clock, and in what looked like good cosmetic condition. That's when the research started and I came across this site.
After much reading and man maths, it was time to buy. Here's my car.
Before I took delivery of the car it had an inspection 2 done, M logos replaced and a fresh set of Conti Sport Contacts. Since then I've done a few cosmetic tweaks in the form of a paint restoration detail with 2 stage ceramic coating (fancy!) and had the steering wheel refurbished.
Before lockdown I managed to get in a quick few laps of Anglesey on a freezing cold February Saturday, which was epic fun. It was great to really open the taps and explore the handling characteristics outside of normal road driving.
Thanks to this forum for the wealth of info you've all shared. It's been a massive help. Here's hoping I can pay it forward somewhow.
Matt
. I had Munich Legends refresh all the ///M badges before I bought it and, unbelievably, they stuck it on the wrong side! I've got one on order and will be correcting that soon.
The tyres were not my choice (fitted on sale by Munich Legends). I'll be swopping them for Michelin Pilot Sport 4's as soon as these are ready to replace.
They're now black again but still look s**t.