Finally hit the road ! First drive happy chappy

[mr wilks]

Bought 3 weeks ago but a setback with wheel's plus a 2 week holiday meant i parked it in the garage after it was delivered & only today at 12 did the insurance start .
Fresh wheel's sorted & fitted so been out & about . First thoughts after 35/40 miles ? Motorway + bumpy twisty lanes /
Couldn't be happier with the ride on SE spec with the 265 40 rears 235 45 fronts Continentals - zero twitch at speed , quiet & comfortable with loads of grip
Auto previously with Zc but the clutch & box are really smooth & easy so again no complaints there ( prepping my left foot for M version )
Roady v Coupe ? Slight road noise from behind headrests otherwise no noticeable difference
2.5 ? It feel's lively enough if you hold the revs more as opposed to relying on torque & manual box is a bonus here i feel

Taking it over to my indy shortly for service , door lock attention ,roof fettle & any other repairs he can find so by next weekend i should be fully roadworthy in a 110k faultfree Z

 

[ZermattV]

looks great Andy

 

[ekimj10]

That's what I would call exceptional value for little money and really pleased you weren't deterred by the mileage, it looks superb.
Looked after they'll run for ever.

 

[mr wilks]

That's what I would call exceptional value for little money and really pleased you weren't deterred by the mileage, it looks superb.
Looked after they'll run for ever.

Never been afraid of buying a car with miles on providing the car has been maintained correctly & the price reflects .
It cracks up sharp & run's silent , listened for knocks ,squeeks or rattles & nothing :?
The history points to a very well cared for car over its last 75k so not concerned .
Planning a jaunt to Normandy next month so a good test for it

 

[Disca]

I like the alloys, what are they?

 

[mr wilks]

I like the alloys, what are they?

http://www.wheelwright.co.uk/alloywheels/calibre/cc-s-matt-black-polished-face

8J front Et 32 235 45 18
9j rear Et 35 265 40 18

Liked the 2 tone finish & wanted the concave face , maybe not to everyone's taste but i like em

 

[Disca]

Yeah they look good

Mine need a refurbish and colour change I expect, two tone colour is also probably going to happen when I get round to it. Or maybe a shadowed chrome look.

 

[Lazy]

I agree, the alloys sure do look good.

Now all you have to do is rip out that tax disc..

 

[tomscott]

It is exceptional value! Nice to see that it will be brought back to its best

Given me inspiration to get back into a Z when I get home.

 

[si-forks]

Looks better than some Zs with half that mileage

 

[Yorkie Z]

Looks great mate and the alloys set it off a treat. Happy driving

 

[Taz]

so if it was direct choice between coupe and roadster which would you now go for?

 

[buzyg]

Looking cool Mr Wilks and with 4 round wheels. Worth the wait 8)

Welcome to the world of fresh air, star lit sky's and singing engines.

 

[RoyE]

Welcome to the world of fresh air, star lit sky's and singing engines.

Not bias at all buzyg! Although I agree.

 

[Bing]

so if it was direct choice between coupe and roadster which would you now go for?

Ah, the million dollar question :lol:

Looks great Mr W - best get that leg and arm exercised though, the M box and shift is agricultural in comparison

 

[paulgs1000]

Congratulations on getting your Zed on the road -nice one!

 

[Swiftly]

Looks absolutely lovely Andy, you got yourself a good one there

 

[RickRob]

Very nice. Hope it brings you miles of fun.

 

[Dewi]

Lookin' good Mr.W. We're not too far from each other so can I ask who your Indy is? Just for future reference should something arise on my Z that I can't sort for myself

 

[Fast3000]

Wheels looks good, excellent looking car..