I Just want a classic Z

JustWantAclassic · Post by **JustWantAclassic** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 6:35 am

Hey guys, I'm not sure if this forum is dead, but this is where I've found most of my Z info since I dreamed of having one as a teenager. I now own an e85 Z and want to keep it in tip top shape so my kiddo can take over ownership in a decade or two. I just want a classic.

I've just recently started a career as an automotive technician in the past 2 years, but have not met a technician with the love for bmw that I have. So I have nobody to bang ideas off of, and decided I make an account here just to see if there's anyone here at all. Forums in general are dead so I'm taking a shot in the dark.

Its late where I am, will post pictures soon.

I am currently in the cosmetic stages, as the only issue I've had with my z was a slightly leaking valve cover gasket which is fixed, a broken rear dash (from previous owner relocating the roof motor) some scratched paintwork, and my black top is gray and ugly.

Currently looking into a top restoration option because the top is only a couple years old and I'd hate to fully replace it, and want it to match the black offset racing stripe I'm adding next week should weather permit.

:Update: some sentimental pictures I've had with my e85 featuring me my wife and pup the day we got her and our gender reveal balloons for my son

Zedebee · Post by **Zedebee** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 8:39 am

It’s not dead, just a bit sleepy at 6.35 on a Sunday morning when most of the UK contingent is still in bed!

Welcome to the forum. It’s kinda traditional to introduce yourself with a pic of your car in the Newbie’s section before anyone will talk to you.

BoxClever · Post by **BoxClever** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 8:48 am

Welcome!

I thought the same as you when I was looking for info - that the forum was inactive - and I wonder if you are having the same issue as I had. This was that the date and time stamps did not show on posts making it look very old. It's a very active forum actually - I'm sure someone can help you activate the post time stamps like they did for me - I'm sorry as I've forgotten how i did it!!

Anyhow, welcome, get some pictures and info put up about your car when you get time

Ole gits rule · Post by **Ole gits rule** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:07 am

Hello and welcome to the forum - one of the most active car forums I have ever been a part of with a great mix of nationalities and characters although a few should be avoided - they know who they are

MikeyH · Post by **MikeyH** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:41 am

Hi and welcome to the very best and most active Z4 forum in the world. Photos please.

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:56 am

Ole gits rule wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:07 am although a few should be avoided - they know who they are

Scubaregs · Post by **Scubaregs** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:03 am

Pondrew wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:56 am
Ole gits rule wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 9:07 am although a few should be avoided - they know who they are

Who does he mean?

N4LLY · Post by **N4LLY** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:22 am

Morning and welcome. No better place for all thing's "Z" (and other thing's

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Ole gits rule · Post by **Ole gits rule** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:45 am

You know who you are

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:49 am

Scubaregs wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:03 am Who does he mean?

I think he means you mate!

Scubaregs · Post by **Scubaregs** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:08 am

Pondrew wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:49 am
Scubaregs wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 10:03 am Who does he mean?
I think he means you mate!

I assumed you?

enuff_zed · Post by **enuff_zed** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:11 am

Good morning.
This is probably the furthest from dead forum on the whole interweb thingummy!
Full of fun and banter and very occasionally a small snippet of useful information.

I assume you are not UK based then?

Anyhow.................. welcome aboard. Look forward to seeing a few pics of your zed.

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:35 am

Scubaregs wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:08 am I assumed you?

Me? Really? Can't think where you got that from!

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:38 am

enuff_zed wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:11 am whole interweb thingummy!

OP; this man is one of our most respected technical gurus.

enuff_zed · Post by **enuff_zed** » Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:48 am

Pondrew wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:38 am
enuff_zed wrote: ↑Sun Sep 11, 2022 11:11 am whole interweb thingummy!
OP; this man is one of our most respected technical gurus.

I believe there may be a compliment hidden in there?
Thank you.

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