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This is what I had before my Z4

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Post by Brad_B » Fri Sep 24, 2021 5:44 pm

14, jesus you really like them lol

I don’t have much Major planned tbh, mostly cosmetic stuff and maintenance, did the clutch this week, I’ve put some nice wheels and bits on, can’t afford to go full ham with a build.
If I ever get the cash I may get some bc12 coilovers, a decatted header and a decent intake but otherwise it’s remaining pretty boring.

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Post by Optinium » Sat Sep 25, 2021 8:43 pm

I've been through a plethora of vehicles in the past 5-6 years, some Z4's as well before my current one. In order
2008 Mazda MX-5 2.0 Sport
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2010 BMW E89 Z4 23i sDrive
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2007 BMW E86 Z4M Coupe
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1993 Eunos Roadster 1.8 is
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1996 Mazda MX-5 1.8 Gleneagles
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2009 Abarth 500
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2014 Jaguar F-Type V6S
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2016 Jaguar F-Type V8R Convertible
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And my current sporty rides...
2021 Toyota Supra 3.0 Pro
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2007 BMW E86 Z4M Coupe
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Hard to pinpoint a favorite, they all have their pros/cons.
I'd say the Supra feels the sportiest and most capable in terms quick driving. The FType V8R was a riot and had an incredible soundtrack, I also loved my MK1 MX-5's as they were both restoration projects. Hmmm, I think an all round sporty daily I'd pick the Supra and as a weekend toy/road-trip car I'd take the V8R.

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Current: 2015 F-Type R RWD, 2022 Tucson N-Line S

Gone: 2021 GR Supra Pro 2007 E86 Z4MC 2016 F-TYPE R AWD Convertible, 2014 F-TYPE V6S, 2007 E86 Z4MC, 2010 E89 Z4 23iSdrive

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Post by Brad_B » Sun Sep 26, 2021 1:41 am

Nice selection there dude, I’ve always been a fan of F types.

My car before the S14 was a Monaro vxr so I’ve got a soft spot for V8s

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Post by zriha » Sun Sep 26, 2021 8:48 am

Just before Z4 I had an Miata NB Icon 1.8iS model, love every bit of her, I repainted her in original colour and keep her in original condition. Icon model came in limited edition (around 750) with lower suspension, larger breaks, LSD, more power and 6 speed manual.
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BMW Z4 (E85) 2.5i 5-speed manual
Mini Cooper S JCW F56
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Post by ZedsDeadbabyZedzdead » Sun Sep 26, 2021 11:03 am

This was my previous car I sold to get the coupe
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Post by Brad_B » Sun Sep 26, 2021 11:22 am

I'm not the biggest Mercedes fan so happy you traded in for a coupe.

I just found them to be annoying to work on.

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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 26, 2021 9:00 pm

I sold my 123d when I bought my first Z4 as I had stopped doing business miles. :)
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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

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Post by Brad_B » Sun Sep 26, 2021 9:15 pm

Seems like a happy swap!

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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 26, 2021 9:27 pm

To be fair it wasn't too bad as it was the most powerful 4 cylinder turbo-diesel around at the time, and I've a bit of a soft spot for it as it's the only car I've ever bought while it had the current plate!

But you're right I loved my first Coupe much more. :D
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

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Post by Brad_B » Sun Sep 26, 2021 9:48 pm

The coupes are such great little cars. Never had a BMW before the z4 but I’m a convert now.

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Post by M1k3yC » Sun Sep 26, 2021 11:19 pm

I traded in my 2007 R56 Mini Cooper S when I purchased my E86 back in 2013. I have an F56 JCW now, which I arrived at via an E46 325ti, E82 123d, and an F21 M135i.
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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 26, 2021 11:46 pm

Some similarities to me then as Mrs Tidy got her R56 Cooper just before Christmas 2006.

Then after swapping my 123d for an E86 I got an E46 325ti as a daily that got replaced by an E91 325i, then my current E90 330i and in 2019 my E86 became an MC! :)
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

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Post by Brad_B » Mon Sep 27, 2021 12:03 am

My only experience with bmw minis is from working on customer’s cars, I’ve never driven one past a road test.
They are absolute bastards to work on.

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Post by M1k3yC » Mon Sep 27, 2021 10:58 am

Mr Tidy, I really liked the 325ti but I got a bad one and things kept breaking, which ruined the ownership experience. My 123d was a nice place to be, but the driving experience left me a bit cold and I didn't enjoy having a diesel. A 123d is extremely quick in a limited and specific way (overtaking people in a narrow part of the rev range), but otherwise unrewarding.
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Post by Zedebee » Mon Sep 27, 2021 11:59 am

Swapped one coupe for another (heavy equipment included for scale!). The 8.0s 0-60 time belied it’s real world performance. I racked up 80,000 miles in it and it was an absolute hoot to drive.
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Previously: Maldives Blue 2.5i manual (its back!) and another, and a Monaco Blue 3.0Si coupe

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