Z4 Rebuild Progress

Court1987 · Post by **Court1987** » Thu Apr 20, 2023 8:37 am

After an unfortunate incident, we are in a the process of rebuilding.

anmy suggestions of things to do whilst the front of the car is open?

TOMGREEN413 · Post by **TOMGREEN413** » Fri Apr 21, 2023 8:41 am

That looks like real commitment considering the price of similar Z4's. I guessing your very passionate about this particular Z? All the best with the rebuild and we look forward to seeing your progress

Zedebee · Post by **Zedebee** » Fri Apr 21, 2023 8:59 am

I can’t believe this is worth fixing unless it has sentimental value, given that working Z4s in reasonable nick can be had for buttons. If you’re not in the UK it may be a different matter, though.

paddy wright · Post by **paddy wright** » Fri Apr 21, 2023 3:20 pm

well done for saving your Z! Good lucks and be sure to share the journey!

Nash3vans · Post by **Nash3vans** » Fri Apr 21, 2023 3:50 pm

If yur in need of a front bumper, I have a facelift yu can hav for free if yu wanna collect it. I'm in wolves west mids.

TOMGREEN413 · Post by **TOMGREEN413** » Sat Apr 22, 2023 8:27 am

is this a windup?

TOMGREEN413 · Post by **TOMGREEN413** » Sun Apr 23, 2023 9:12 am

I stand by my previous comments......surely a windup....because let's be perfectly honest.......unless this Z used to be owned by Lewis Hamilton why in the world?!?!

paddy wright · Post by **paddy wright** » Sun Apr 23, 2023 10:37 am

TOMGREEN413 wrote: ↑Sun Apr 23, 2023 9:12 am I stand by my previous comments......surely a windup....because let's be perfectly honest.......unless this Z used to be owned by Lewis Hamilton why in the world?!?!

Why? When finished it will be a nice Z. All cars going through a respray look like this during the process.

TOMGREEN413 · Post by **TOMGREEN413** » Sun Apr 23, 2023 4:35 pm

True

Court1987 · Post by **Court1987** » Mon Apr 24, 2023 12:06 am

Hi all,

I am in desperate need of the front lower splash guards if anyone has seen any for sale.

To the people criticising me for repairing the car. I really got my hands dirty refurbishing the engine in this car fixing all common and uncommon issues, had some real fun in the car too. The "bump" only damaged the bumper bonnet and the re-enforcement bar new parts approx £570. The full respray is being done for £500. whilst the front end is off i am changing all belts and water pump.

I have had many cars (still own 2 other cars) including ones much more powerful than the Z, but on a summers night nothing has been more fun to drive and isn't that what owning these types of car is about. Some people drink, some smoke, i have abit of fun in my ZED.....

raymond.harper · Post by **raymond.harper** » Mon Apr 24, 2023 5:40 am

Place your parts request in the "Buy and sell" section, you should get some attention. Facebook marketplace is a good place to look. If it is a six-cylinder, try to replace the water pump, thermostat, and all the hoses. The gasket between the oil filter assembly and the block is also a common source of failure. Good luck with all your effort and keep us posted!

Court1987 · Post by **Court1987** » Mon May 15, 2023 12:22 pm

New paint job has been complete.

whilst the car was in pieces, I have taken advantage of being able to change waterpump to upgraded metal version, thermostat and belts.

Next it will be put back together, polished and a ceramic coating applied.

j3nks79 · Post by **j3nks79** » Mon May 15, 2023 12:45 pm

Nice work

GengisKaan · Post by **GengisKaan** » Mon May 15, 2023 1:28 pm

Good luck with the rebuild, looks like a heck of a job!

I will be getting rid of my scratched (but otherwise fine) bonnet if that is of any interest at all to you - free of course.

Umfaan · Post by **Umfaan** » Mon May 15, 2023 1:35 pm

Well done

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