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by Oldie
Mon 07 Oct, 2013 16:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 1.9 16v mpg...
Replies: 14
Views: 1518

Re: 1.9 16v mpg...

I usually get about 35mpg from my 1997 high-mileage (151K and rising) Z3 - goes down a little if really flogged. I have had around 40mpg on an extended tour (down to the Milau Viaduct in France with the top down all the way) and considering my wife's hair.........
by Oldie
Sat 25 Jun, 2011 11:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Who has the highest and lowest mileage!
Replies: 56
Views: 5733

Mine's a 1997 1.9 and is coming up to 129000 miles.
by Oldie
Thu 12 May, 2011 14:29
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Newby Hall 22nd May
Replies: 237
Views: 36170

Newby Hall - 22nd May

Count us in - we'll join at Wetherby services.
by Oldie
Tue 23 Nov, 2010 15:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Insurance renewal
Replies: 47
Views: 17596

Renewal quote off the AA was for £370 (about £100 more than last time!) and they would only drop to £330 when I told them they were being undercut.
Managed to get similar cover from Hastings for only £230........some companies are hungrier, or can afford to take a bit lees profit!
by Oldie
Tue 23 Nov, 2010 15:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Foglights
Replies: 3
Views: 404

Foglights

Had a close encounter with a low-flying stone recently -- so now I'm looking for a replacement driver's side foglight for my 1997 Z3 1.9 (or even just the glass lens if they come separately).
Thanks,
Oldie
by Oldie
Sun 22 Aug, 2010 04:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: MPG on 1.9i + rag prob
Replies: 21
Views: 2009

Mpg on 1.9

I usually get 36 - 39 (journeys mostly out of town) but we've recently toured France and got 40 over about 2500 miles almost all with the top down and 90 kph maximum as our route didn't include autoroutes and very few major roads.
by Oldie
Sat 21 Aug, 2010 16:02
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Cars in the Park Harewood 12th Sept
Replies: 221
Views: 29106

CITP - Harewood

Just got our ticket -- see you all at Wetherby.
by Oldie
Sat 26 Jun, 2010 10:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fuel/temp guages problem
Replies: 5
Views: 760

Fuel/temp guages problem

I found a break in the cable leading to the 'high-level' brakelight from the boot up to the bootlid. Taped it up temporarily and the guages are working again.
Now I just need to replace the cable.
by Oldie
Tue 22 Jun, 2010 12:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fuel/temp guages problem
Replies: 5
Views: 760

Fuel/temp guages problem

Recently I've had a problem where the fuel and temperature guages (and the computer) stop working.
I traced it to Fuse 46 (15 amp) being blown but I can't find what the root cause is and I'm reluctant to just keep sticking a fuse in and hoping!
Any guidance or pointers would be much appreciated
by Oldie
Mon 29 Mar, 2010 14:16
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Indys in the North West
Replies: 16
Views: 1584

I used Northwest BM at Horwich recently following a recommendation from the forum. They did a quick, thorough job at a reasonable price. I'm likely to go back there again.
See http://www.northwestbm.co.uk
by Oldie
Mon 15 Mar, 2010 15:49
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Cars in the Park Newby Hall 9th May 2010 - NOW WITH TIMES
Replies: 286
Views: 41286

I've just got a ticket for myself, my wife and our recently acquired Z3. Looking forward to seeing all the cars (and the gardens).
We would prefer to meet up at Wetherby services.
Oldie
by Oldie
Tue 16 Feb, 2010 08:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wandering Z3!
Replies: 35
Views: 5263

Has anyone used HanKooks on their Z3?
I recently had to get two new tyres and these were all that was available at short notice. Currently they are on the back with Continentals on the front wheels.
Thoughts please.
by Oldie
Sat 06 Feb, 2010 16:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Just got a Z3 -- need a good independent near Leyland
Replies: 7
Views: 710

The Z3 needed new pads and discs all round and as one back tyre was virtually done I had a new pair put on.
:D Ready for some enjoyable motoring now!!
by Oldie
Wed 03 Feb, 2010 08:42
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Just got a Z3 -- need a good independent near Leyland
Replies: 7
Views: 710

Thank you everyone. Z3 now booked in Friday at Northwest BM -- so 'fingers crossed'
Oldie
by Oldie
Fri 15 Jan, 2010 16:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Just got a Z3 -- need a good independent near Leyland
Replies: 7
Views: 710

Just got a Z3 -- need a good independent near Leyland

I've recently bought a 1997 1.9 roadster and I'd like to know about independent garages in the Leyland / Preston area of Lancashire as it is due for a service & MOT.
Thanks,
Oldie