Andyturbo2000
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Check it pulls off smoothly, also reverse up a hill. Great test to see if the new auto gearbox is in fine fettle
How to get the most from a 35IS test drive?
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I dunno about year differences to be honest,but plenty Is's knocking about with no Idrive...
Its a bit of a bad advert really.....Guess build sheet could be got off chassis.
If thats got half decent audio in it then its worth having,an even if it didnt at the right money its still a lovely car.
I might even consider that as a return to Z4 ownership..lol..
Its a bit of a bad advert really.....Guess build sheet could be got off chassis.
If thats got half decent audio in it then its worth having,an even if it didnt at the right money its still a lovely car.
I might even consider that as a return to Z4 ownership..lol..
Can't believe it was back in Sept I test drove the 35is.
Yeah noticed the car is still for sale. I wasn't satisfied that it had a full service history, they never got back to me on that, or if they could offer it with a BMW warranty. Also, as I mentioned, it would also need a full detail, paint was very flat, but that's all part of the fun of buying a "new" car.
Chassis number is WBALM120X0J057723, only options I recall were heated seats, 19's?? and Pro Sat Nav, sadly no audio upgrade. It was reduced to £25k from £26k when I test drove it. Could try a cheeky offer of £20k I guess, but they really didn't seem interested in selling it even at £25k.
Still not sure what I'm going to replace my S2000 with. Boxster is still a maybe if the spec was very high, ideally with bucket seats to make it feel a more special. GTS prices are just too high. My wife has got me 2 days F Type hire for my xmas
Will use it in the summer. I think that's the most likely replacement at this time. That said, I'd regret selling the S2000 for the second time I suspect, so ideally I could keep both. As Evo mag said this month "There never was and never will be anything else quite like it".
Maybe the next generation Z4 will be a drivers car, but won't hold my breath. It'll be a looker I'm sure.
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Yeah noticed the car is still for sale. I wasn't satisfied that it had a full service history, they never got back to me on that, or if they could offer it with a BMW warranty. Also, as I mentioned, it would also need a full detail, paint was very flat, but that's all part of the fun of buying a "new" car.
Chassis number is WBALM120X0J057723, only options I recall were heated seats, 19's?? and Pro Sat Nav, sadly no audio upgrade. It was reduced to £25k from £26k when I test drove it. Could try a cheeky offer of £20k I guess, but they really didn't seem interested in selling it even at £25k.
Still not sure what I'm going to replace my S2000 with. Boxster is still a maybe if the spec was very high, ideally with bucket seats to make it feel a more special. GTS prices are just too high. My wife has got me 2 days F Type hire for my xmas
Will use it in the summer. I think that's the most likely replacement at this time. That said, I'd regret selling the S2000 for the second time I suspect, so ideally I could keep both. As Evo mag said this month "There never was and never will be anything else quite like it". Maybe the next generation Z4 will be a drivers car, but won't hold my breath. It'll be a looker I'm sure.
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So many months later after test driving the 35is and Boxster S, I have an F Type V6S for 24 hours from Thursday afternoon. Now this really does get my juices flowing! Will let you know how it goes and try to give a comparison between the other two. Planning a 400 mile+ East to West coast trip up here in Scotland 8) :driving:
G29 Z4 could be a contender too, especially as it's back to a soft-top and hopefully a decent drive.
G29 Z4 could be a contender too, especially as it's back to a soft-top and hopefully a decent drive.
We were thinking of possibly getting an F-type next year but may have to change our minds. 
The F-type is 250mm wider than the Z which makes it around 60mm wider than the X6!!
Knowing what it is like trying to park the X6, an F-type would be worse with the narrow spaces in most car parks.
The F-type is 250mm wider than the Z which makes it around 60mm wider than the X6!!
Knowing what it is like trying to park the X6, an F-type would be worse with the narrow spaces in most car parks.
Yeah appreciate they a different cars, but also similar in many ways. Be interesting to compare, really excited! From what I've read and watched, it's a real event to drive, but not as dynamic as the Boxster of course.
The F Type is almost as wide as my X5, not a problem as it'll never see a city or car park, just the open roads up in the hills. For me, that's what gives the F type the road presence over the Z4 and Boxster to an extent.
Watch this if you have 10 minutes. Will be going over this road on Thurs
[youtube]https://youtu.be/I6KFA7p7_aQ[/youtube]
The F Type is almost as wide as my X5, not a problem as it'll never see a city or car park, just the open roads up in the hills. For me, that's what gives the F type the road presence over the Z4 and Boxster to an extent.
Watch this if you have 10 minutes. Will be going over this road on Thurs
[youtube]https://youtu.be/I6KFA7p7_aQ[/youtube]
I think you may be surprised with the width.gwatson said:
If the specs are to be believed the F-types width is 2042mm v the X6 which is 1983mm.
Unless its the new X5 you have the F-type will be wider.
We use our cars for every day duties so would probably see a carpark now and again. Sometimes I struggle to find a space suitable for the X6 as if I have trouble getting out the car once parked the people on either side would have trouble getting in to theirs.
Quick google of "F type width" returns 1,923 mm, same as a Ferrari 360 or F430. Not sure what the official brochure states, or if that includes mirrors etc. 981 Boxster is 1801 mm with mirrors folded.
My X5 is 1,933 mm.
Will see how it feels on the road, that's what important. Compared to my S2000 it's going to be quite a change.
My X5 is 1,933 mm.
Will see how it feels on the road, that's what important. Compared to my S2000 it's going to be quite a change.
Just happen to have this brochure laying about the house :wink:gwatson said:
The Mrs is toying with the idea of one for her daily drive but only the baby 2ltrNictrix said:That clears that up thenmetal licker said:
You thinking of getting one for your next car?
Unfortunately, that's the F Type back with Avis What a 24 hours!! 450 miles clocked up and I'm absolutely smitten with the F Type.
Upon arrival I was told that there a problem with the booking, I instantly felt sick, only to be told they didn't have the V6 and I'd have make do with 2018 V8 R. Normally I welcome any car upgrade, but this I wasn't sure about. I was never planning on test driving the V8, always had my heart set on the V6S as I'm a believer in less is more and to be quite honest the V8 power is "wasted" on the Scottish roads up. Anyway, didn't have a choice, so just had to get on with it!
Negatives (I’ll get these out the way)
- Seats are not all that supportive, but are very comfortable. I think they’re the same seats as you get in the 400 Sport, not sure if they’re optional or not.
- Cruising at 80mph feels like 50mph
- Entertainment and touch screen is a faff. Much prefer an iDrive type setup. Also the screen is very difficult to read with the roof down and sun shining.
- Not a fan of the alacntara interior, but that’s just spec.
- Meridian Sounds system is decent, but given it’s a payable option I wasn’t blown away.
- Ride is firm, but acceptable for this type of car. It did get little jiggly at times on the worst single track roads, but we’re talking 10 miles out of 450.
- Sun visors are tiny! Lol
- Prefer the look of the V6 exhausts
- Not much engine\induction noise
- Can feel it’s weight on slow first gear corners.
Positives:
- Looks clearly! This is what attracted me to the F type first and foremost, I don’t think I need to add any justification on this point. Although I’m not a fan of black cars, would never buy one. But it’s clearly a head turner, got a lot of attention, folk walking up to it when it was parked, kids giving thumbs up etc.
- I’ve been in some fast cars, even a few older supercars (Gallardo, 360CS etc, but WOW!!!! So much grunt, relentless acceleration
- The noise… even more impressive than the performance! No idea how a car is allowed to leave a factory in this nanny state sounding like that, sensational. The noises you can get it to make are unbelievable, especially up against a dry stone dyke, tunnel or in town. Certainly wouldn’t need an aftermarket exhaust, which is usually something I do. Louder blips when changing down would be my only slight criticism.
- ZF box is very responsive, not need for dual clutch here. Drove 90% in manual mode. Really enjoyed using the paddles.
- Makes you feel very very special. A junior\affordable supercar.
- Handling is better than I expected for a big car, it was a slight concern I’ll be honest, but not now.
- Averaged 22mpg which is actually quite respectable give how it was driven.
- Love the V8 side skirts, really adds depth to the side of the car
- Steering wheel is very nice, didn't feel too big which I read in a few reviews.
So what next? I really need to try the V6 and make a decision what I want for my 40th. Hope I’m not disappointed after driving the V8. But the F type feels so much more special than the Boxster in every way. Always entertaining whether cruising or blasting, just has soooooo much character.
What a 24 hours!! 450 miles clocked up and I'm absolutely smitten with the F Type. Upon arrival I was told that there a problem with the booking, I instantly felt sick, only to be told they didn't have the V6 and I'd have make do with 2018 V8 R. Normally I welcome any car upgrade, but this I wasn't sure about. I was never planning on test driving the V8, always had my heart set on the V6S as I'm a believer in less is more and to be quite honest the V8 power is "wasted" on the Scottish roads up. Anyway, didn't have a choice, so just had to get on with it!
Negatives (I’ll get these out the way)
- Seats are not all that supportive, but are very comfortable. I think they’re the same seats as you get in the 400 Sport, not sure if they’re optional or not.
- Cruising at 80mph feels like 50mph
- Entertainment and touch screen is a faff. Much prefer an iDrive type setup. Also the screen is very difficult to read with the roof down and sun shining.
- Not a fan of the alacntara interior, but that’s just spec.
- Meridian Sounds system is decent, but given it’s a payable option I wasn’t blown away.
- Ride is firm, but acceptable for this type of car. It did get little jiggly at times on the worst single track roads, but we’re talking 10 miles out of 450.
- Sun visors are tiny! Lol
- Prefer the look of the V6 exhausts
- Not much engine\induction noise
- Can feel it’s weight on slow first gear corners.
Positives:
- Looks clearly! This is what attracted me to the F type first and foremost, I don’t think I need to add any justification on this point. Although I’m not a fan of black cars, would never buy one. But it’s clearly a head turner, got a lot of attention, folk walking up to it when it was parked, kids giving thumbs up etc.
- I’ve been in some fast cars, even a few older supercars (Gallardo, 360CS etc, but WOW!!!! So much grunt, relentless acceleration
- The noise… even more impressive than the performance! No idea how a car is allowed to leave a factory in this nanny state sounding like that, sensational. The noises you can get it to make are unbelievable, especially up against a dry stone dyke, tunnel or in town. Certainly wouldn’t need an aftermarket exhaust, which is usually something I do. Louder blips when changing down would be my only slight criticism.
- ZF box is very responsive, not need for dual clutch here. Drove 90% in manual mode. Really enjoyed using the paddles.
- Makes you feel very very special. A junior\affordable supercar.
- Handling is better than I expected for a big car, it was a slight concern I’ll be honest, but not now.
- Averaged 22mpg which is actually quite respectable give how it was driven.
- Love the V8 side skirts, really adds depth to the side of the car
- Steering wheel is very nice, didn't feel too big which I read in a few reviews.
So what next? I really need to try the V6 and make a decision what I want for my 40th. Hope I’m not disappointed after driving the V8. But the F type feels so much more special than the Boxster in every way. Always entertaining whether cruising or blasting, just has soooooo much character.
Whenever i see these Jag Fs they do sound well enough but i can't help but study the numbers & for the performance / handling on offer they look mega expensive to me 
They don't handle like a Cayman / hold value like a ///M2 or leave the line like a Audi RS but as one article suggested , they are a great choice for those who don't like the whole Germanic motor scene
They will probably make great used cars when they're £15k but £52k for V6 335bhp ( you can get a 375bhp version but the extra 40bhp will cost you a extra £11k :rofl: ) & in vert form as above they don't look particularly fetching either
Nice to have alternatives but can't see me ever being tempted down that alley ,
They don't handle like a Cayman / hold value like a ///M2 or leave the line like a Audi RS but as one article suggested , they are a great choice for those who don't like the whole Germanic motor scene
They will probably make great used cars when they're £15k but £52k for V6 335bhp ( you can get a 375bhp version but the extra 40bhp will cost you a extra £11k :rofl: ) & in vert form as above they don't look particularly fetching either
Nice to have alternatives but can't see me ever being tempted down that alley ,
