BMW newbie

[Jph009]

Evening

Probably going to be a Z4 owner very shortly. Looking at a 2013 20i M sport in white with the red leather from a dealer. Things are looking okay so far and the car is immaculate so hopefully everything works out with them! Based out in the middle of Wales so surrounded by plenty of fantastic roads :wink:

Currently running a RX8 PZ - My second RX8 as they are just fantastic providing they are looked after! - But fancy a bit of a change and since I dont really require back seats it left either a new MX5 or a Z4 on the list Going to take a bit of getting used to though as I've only ever had high revving NA cars before now! Not used to this stuff called torque :lol: Looking forward to it!

Cheers

 

[David-H]

Good luck and don't forget to post lots of photos!

 

[metal licker]

Hi and welcome to the forum

 

[RickRob]

Hi and welcome. Hope it all works out and that we get to see pics soon!

 

[Mr Tidy]

Welcome OP!

That sounds like a lovely colour combination - can't wait for the photos! :lol:

 

[paddy wright]

welcome along- pics please of the z and would be nice to see your Mazda as well.

 

[Marlon]

Welcome to the forum, hope you seal the deal - looking forward to some pics

 

[Jph009]

Thanks for the welcome

As requested a Pic of my RX8



And a couple of the Z4 Im hoping to complete the purchase of tomorrow Couldn't test drive with the roof down as the heavens opened

 

[85genius]

Looks really good in white! even with the M badge on the boot

 

[David-H]

Looks good - is that Rybrook's in Shrewsbury?

 

[jimbo1958]

Welcome to the forum.....loving the E89 in White.

 

[Jph009]

Yes, Rybrook's

 

[David-H]

Yes, Rybrook's

Though so, it's my local dealer where I bought my E89. The Sales Manager is a nice guy and a former RN submariner.

 

[Jph009]

Is there anything I really need to keep an eye out for with these cars? Obviously I'm used to checking things quite regularly with the RX8 but just wondering if there is a list of common issues etc?

Going to have a 2 year BMW warranty too, so anything that does go wrong I should be able to get fixed

 

[David-H]

Is there anything I really need to keep an eye out for with these cars? Obviously I'm used to checking things quite regularly with the RX8 but just wondering if there is a list of common issues etc?

Going to have a 2 year BMW warranty too, so anything that does go wrong I should be able to get fixed

296 style wheels used to crack a lot but you have 325's which should be OK.

Otherwise, after a few years, front struts on active suspension systems can be ultra expensive if not covered by warranty.

I'm not aware of other issues, but have only had an E89 for less than 4 months, there may be others with greater experience who can advise.

You could also have a look at this thread

 

[Jph009]

Deposit paid today, get to pick it up next saturday!