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Ruby Black E86!
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Hi all, after 6 years of daily driving E85s and lusting after the E86, I've finally bought one recently. Auto, Ruby black with champagne interior. As a result my cherished Tiefgruen E85 will be up for sale soon.
Done so far
Removed air scoop
Changed coil packs
Bled all calipers
Brake fluid change
New exhaust clamp to centre box
Replaced n/s rear light cluster and 3rd brake light
Replaced drivers door card
Painted calipers and front V brace
Swapped wheels and now on Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5s all round
Had my trusted BMW indy give it the once-over and apart from a couple of minor oil leaks to monitor, he agrees it's in good nick
To do (on a budget)
New wheels will need a refurb.
Typical wear to driver's bolster
Upgrade halogens as I'm driving more at night (advice appreciated)
Both keys could do with batteries being replaced (pointers appreciated)
Paint correction and ceramic coating
Change exhaust - Currently has a Scorpion exhaust, which I'm finding to be quite muted. I believe it's a full system. Would either like to swap for something else or return to stock and go from there (backbox delete or custom box)
Will post more pics soon
Kind regards
Rick
Done so far
Removed air scoop
Changed coil packs
Bled all calipers
Brake fluid change
New exhaust clamp to centre box
Replaced n/s rear light cluster and 3rd brake light
Replaced drivers door card
Painted calipers and front V brace
Swapped wheels and now on Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5s all round
Had my trusted BMW indy give it the once-over and apart from a couple of minor oil leaks to monitor, he agrees it's in good nick
To do (on a budget)
New wheels will need a refurb.
Typical wear to driver's bolster
Upgrade halogens as I'm driving more at night (advice appreciated)
Both keys could do with batteries being replaced (pointers appreciated)
Paint correction and ceramic coating
Change exhaust - Currently has a Scorpion exhaust, which I'm finding to be quite muted. I believe it's a full system. Would either like to swap for something else or return to stock and go from there (backbox delete or custom box)
Will post more pics soon
Kind regards
Rick
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E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
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Lovely looking car! For me, it has to be BMW Hyper Silver on the wheels, and get rid of the M-badgesrick_bubu wrote: ↑Tue Mar 05, 2024 1:33 pm Hi all, after 6 years of daily driving E85s and lusting after the E86, I've finally bought one recently. Auto, Ruby black with champagne interior. As a result my cherished Tiefgruen E85 will be up for sale soon.
Done so far
Removed rusty air scoop
Changed coil packs
Bled all calipers
Brake fluid change
New exhaust clamp to centre box
Had my trusted BMW indy give it the once-over and apart from a couple of minor oil leaks to monitor, he agrees it's in good nick
To do (on a budget)
Put some of the foam back into sound generator pipe
Red front brace (sourced already)
Replace n/s rear light cluster and 3rd brake light (almost sourced)
Replace drivers door card (sourced already) as door armrest has split
Paint calipers
Wheels badly need a refurb. I'm not personally keen on the gold/copper look (although have had nothing but compliments), as its my daily. So am thinking of going for classic silver. Am also considering a dark bronze, but not enough examples to get a good idea of final finish or whether I'll like it.
Upgrade halogens as I'm driving more at night (advice appreciated)
Both keys could do with batteries being replaced (pointers appreciated)
Paint correction and ceramic coating
Change exhaust - Currently has a Scorpion exhaust, which I'm finding to be quite muted. I believe it's a full system. Would either like to swap for something else or return to stock and go from there (backbox delete or custom box)
Will post more pics soon
Kind regards
Rick
2007 Silver grey E86 Sport
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The m badges came off same day I bought it.
Agreed on the BMW Hyper Silver
Just trying to explore dark bronze options too
Agreed on the BMW Hyper Silver
Just trying to explore dark bronze options too
E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
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I went the other way, sold the E86 to get an E85. E86 I think it the prettier car but I do prefer open top motoring at the moment.
Very nice looking example, I like the wheels in bronze type colour, it suits it.
Whats wrong with the batteries in the keys? Are they literally dying even though you are driving the car? Have you tried the old electric toothbrush charger trick!
Very nice looking example, I like the wheels in bronze type colour, it suits it.
Whats wrong with the batteries in the keys? Are they literally dying even though you are driving the car? Have you tried the old electric toothbrush charger trick!
Currently BMW Z4 E85 3.0si
Previously
BMW Z4 E86 3.0si
Vauxhall VX220 Turbo
Toyota Celica ST205 GT4
Nissan R33 Skyline GTST
Vauxhall VX220 NA
Nissan 350z
Previously
BMW Z4 E86 3.0si
Vauxhall VX220 Turbo
Toyota Celica ST205 GT4
Nissan R33 Skyline GTST
Vauxhall VX220 NA
Nissan 350z
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You have the same engine, so hope you're enjoying the convertible!coldel wrote: ↑Tue Mar 05, 2024 1:57 pm I went the other way, sold the E86 to get an E85. E86 I think it the prettier car but I do prefer open top motoring at the moment.
Very nice looking example, I like the wheels in bronze type colour, it suits it.
Whats wrong with the batteries in the keys? Are they literally dying even though you are driving the car? Have you tried the old electric toothbrush charger trick!
Re keys - Can't use the spare to lock/unlock with fob. Even with the main, have to be stood right next to the car for it to lock/unlock with the fob. Any further away and it doesn't wanna know.
Just googled the toothbrush charger ting. Will try tonight
E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
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Matt bola bronze on Monaco Blue, if it helps.
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Previously: Maldives Blue 2.5i manual (its back!) and another, and a Monaco Blue 3.0Si coupe
Previously: Maldives Blue 2.5i manual (its back!) and another, and a Monaco Blue 3.0Si coupe
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Thanks Zedebee. I was thinking more something along the lines of this. Not the greatest pic, although no idea what you'd call this colour
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E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
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A bit too dark for my liking personally. I think dark wheels on a black car are a no no.
Those style wheels in 19s and spaced out to the edges of the rims in hyper silver would look fantastic.
Those style wheels in 19s and spaced out to the edges of the rims in hyper silver would look fantastic.
Currently BMW Z4 E85 3.0si
Previously
BMW Z4 E86 3.0si
Vauxhall VX220 Turbo
Toyota Celica ST205 GT4
Nissan R33 Skyline GTST
Vauxhall VX220 NA
Nissan 350z
Previously
BMW Z4 E86 3.0si
Vauxhall VX220 Turbo
Toyota Celica ST205 GT4
Nissan R33 Skyline GTST
Vauxhall VX220 NA
Nissan 350z
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Hi Rick,
I've been on the lookout for an exhaust to go on my E86 so please bare me in mind when you come to change.
I've been on the lookout for an exhaust to go on my E86 so please bare me in mind when you come to change.
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I viewed this car years ago, the wheels were silver at the time (better to my eyes)… I can’t remember why I didn’t buy it now, but the owner at the time seemed genuine enough.
Hope you enjoy it
Hope you enjoy it
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Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
Previous Z4’s :E89 30i, E89 20i, E85 3.0Si (X4) E85 3.0i, E86 3.0 Si, E85 2.5si, E85 2.5i
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Congratulations on buying your new car Rick.
Ruby Black looks fantastic when the light hits it right!
Ruby Black looks fantastic when the light hits it right!
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
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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Yes Rick!!!
Glad you got it- well done, now get the green one a good home
Glad you got it- well done, now get the green one a good home
If the forum helped you, why not help the forum back. Thats the Z4 way!
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Thanks. I'm surprised you didn't go for it back then. As this used to be a previous forum car 2014 - 2016. Here's the build/blog thread - viewtopic.php?t=72036&hilit=Air+filter
The forum member unfortunately hasn't been active for a while though.
E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
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Thanks Mr Tidy. Know exactly what you mean! The paintwork has sadly dulled over the years. I know a good local detailer who thinks he can help. Just trying to save up the pennies.
E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
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Thanks Stuart. Really pleased with the purchase.
Just prepping the green machine for sale. I'd like to get the rear top mounts and a couple of small bits done (roof cable etc).
E86 3.0si Sport Ruby Black | 19" BBS LM reps | Champagne leather & Piano Black Trim | Eibach Pro | Scorpion Exhaust
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire
E85 2.0i Sport Deep Green Metallic | Backbox Delete | 3.0i Brakes & Calipers |
Previous: E85 2.0i Sport Black Sapphire