Update:
Tonneau & seatbelt reset tool now sold so just wind deflector remains
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- Sat 20 Aug, 2016 22:15
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Genuine BMW Z3 windeflector & Tonneau cover FOR SALE
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1086
- Thu 18 Aug, 2016 12:31
- Forum: Stock exchange
- Topic: Genuine BMW Z3 windeflector & Tonneau cover FOR SALE
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1086
Genuine BMW Z3 windeflector & Tonneau cover FOR SALE
Hi Folks I have for sale wind deflector & Tonneau cover from my 1999 Z3. £100 each or best offer. I also have the seatbelt reset tool for £15 Both in very good condition. email rosewellian@aol.com if you want pictures Collection from work RG40 4RF or home RG26 5EX or I could possibly ship to UK ...
- Fri 08 Aug, 2014 16:30
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Airbag Light Tool
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1292
Re: Airbag Light Tool
Yep, I have same model and it's paid for itself many times over
- Wed 16 Jul, 2014 07:37
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Intermittent EML...any ideas
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1648
Re: Intermittent EML...any ideas
Good idea Colb, as you have same 1.8 as me do you know what model of fault reader I need for engine issues?
- Tue 15 Jul, 2014 21:40
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Intermittent EML...any ideas
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1648
Re: Intermittent EML...any ideas
Forgot to say It was the coolant sensor showing minus 40 degrees
- Tue 15 Jul, 2014 21:37
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Intermittent EML...any ideas
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1648
Re: Intermittent EML...any ideas
Thanks for you comments guys, in the last 6-12 months both lambda sensors have been replaced by bmw specialist and I replaced the maf with an oem bosch one. Looks like another trip to the bmw specialist is due unless I can fined someone in the Basingstoke area with a fault code reader
- Mon 14 Jul, 2014 19:10
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Intermittent EML...any ideas
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1648
Intermittent EML...any ideas
Hope someone can help with this. Intermittent EML issue. Took Z to BMW specialist who's diagnostic tester highlighted a temperature sensor showing minus 40 degrees which was clearly incorrect. Incidentally the sensor was replaced 2 years ago as a fix for the heater not working. Technician also comme...
- Sat 14 Jun, 2014 18:42
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: June 14 - Dorset Sea Run
- Replies: 109
- Views: 30064
Re: June 14 - Dorset Sea Run
Could not agree more big thanks to Carol for planning such a great route and great eateries. Also to our lead cars and tail end Charlie for keeping us all together. What a great bunch of people, can't wait for the next one
Ian & Lorraine
Ian & Lorraine
- Sun 11 May, 2014 08:31
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: June 14 - Dorset Sea Run
- Replies: 109
- Views: 30064
Re: June 14 - Dorset Sea Run
Planes & Zeds what's not to like please count me in
Rosewellian + 1 for lunch Z3 1.8. Topaz Blau
Rosewellian + 1 for lunch Z3 1.8. Topaz Blau
- Sun 04 May, 2014 21:22
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: Seat belt guide
- Replies: 1
- Views: 903
Seat belt guide
Help... The leather repair man is coming to collect my seats tomorrow to do a re-colour and refurb and re-fit on Friday. Now the black plastic passenger side seat belt guide has snapped . Is there anywhere I can get a replacement faster than my local BMW dealer who probably won't get one before Frid...
- Sat 12 Apr, 2014 07:09
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: EML ISSUE
- Replies: 4
- Views: 325
Re: EML ISSUE
Thanks for responses, I will check hoses and if they look good will get another diagnostic done and record any fault codes that show up.
- Fri 11 Apr, 2014 17:28
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: EML ISSUE
- Replies: 4
- Views: 325
EML ISSUE
So, EML light came on had it checked by my local garage with a no fault found diagnosis. It was reset it came on after a week and I could tell engine power was retarded. So went to main dealer for £99 diagnostic check which revealed suspect MAF. I declined offer to supply and fit new one for £400 an...
- Sun 06 Apr, 2014 17:21
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Finally returning to my Zed...
- Replies: 6
- Views: 649
Re: Finally returning to my Zed...
Buy your Z3 prezzies in USA. I just returned from Florida and Z3's were all over the place so I'm guessing there will be lots of accessory sellers and at current exchange rates
- Sun 06 Apr, 2014 17:11
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: MAF
- Replies: 6
- Views: 679
Re: MAF
I bought a new Bosch maf for my 4 pot from a specialist seller in Germany MAF SERVICE Berlin euro139 and delivered in 3 days
- Fri 28 Jun, 2013 12:49
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Re: Throttle valve switched off?
Thanks guys all good tips,hoses first then bosch/siemens MAF if no improvement. Dealer did say they did smoke test which identified suspect hoses and disconnected the MAF which improved the running leading them to believe MAF sensor suspect. On a good note when I collected the car yesterday it had b...
- Fri 28 Jun, 2013 04:04
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Re: Throttle valve switched off?
Thanks guys will check out our local car salvage yard to see what they have.
- Thu 27 Jun, 2013 15:44
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Re: Throttle valve switched off?
Thanks for offering your services if I get stuck :) Based on my VIN number I just got a price from BMW of £312 inc vat for OEM part # 13621433565 so if I can be re-assured that non OEM ones widely available for £25-£60 are a viable alternative I may try one of those first and return it if it doesn't...
- Thu 27 Jun, 2013 15:14
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Re: Throttle valve switched off?
Thanks Bladerunner. I will try to find the correct part number for my M43 engine and give it a go
- Thu 27 Jun, 2013 14:57
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Re: Throttle valve switched off? /air mass sensor
Well finally took my zed to Main dealer for a £89 diagnostic session. Their test revealed a faulty air mass sensor and a couple of split pipes allowing air to effect cars performance. Question now is do I pay them the extra £510 to supply and fit the replacement sensor and pipes. I guess I am really...
- Thu 06 Jun, 2013 18:59
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Throttle valve switched off?
- Replies: 15
- Views: 1274
Throttle valve switched off?
Hi folks Took z3 into garage today to investigate why engine management warning light is permanently on. 2 weeks ago Garage previously had an indication on their snap on diagnostic tool suggesting it was cam shaft sensor but today the fault code suggests "throttle valve switched off which has t...
- Wed 25 Jul, 2012 12:40
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Code Reader in the Bristol area?
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1380
Re: Code Reader in the Bristol area?
A year ago I bought one of these direct from a Hong Kong trader on ebay http://www.carsets.co.uk/wholesale/bmw-airbag-scan-reset-tool-b800.html at the time I think I paid aound £15 delivered UK. It reset the airbag no problem. A couple of weeks ago after a passenger deposited themselves rather heavi...
- Wed 25 Apr, 2012 17:30
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Palmetto Green Z3 in Sandhurst
- Replies: 3
- Views: 795
Re: Palmetto Green Z3 in Sandhurst
marc
Am planning to take mine off SORN end of this month so you might spot me in and around the Finchampstead area
Am planning to take mine off SORN end of this month so you might spot me in and around the Finchampstead area
- Tue 24 Apr, 2012 15:53
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: A33 Nr Basingstoke Z3's
- Replies: 0
- Views: 445
A33 Nr Basingstoke Z3's
Nice treat Monday around 6PM heading towards Basingstoke Black Z3 reg N44??? and based on the rectangular shape tailpipe (which I also have on my Z3) I think it was a 1.8 Tried to attract the drivers attention so I could ask him where he go his chrome luggage rack from! At he same time he and I were...
- Sat 04 Feb, 2012 21:43
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Heaters go cold when stationary
- Replies: 12
- Views: 1548
- Wed 01 Feb, 2012 15:27
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: sensitive alarm/indicators flashing
- Replies: 6
- Views: 618
- Tue 31 Jan, 2012 16:38
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: sensitive alarm/indicators flashing
- Replies: 6
- Views: 618
sensitive alarm/indicators flashing
My car seems to have a sensitive alarm system whereby almost everytime I set the alarm at home or work somebody usually comes to me during the day to tell me my indicators are flashing. Does anyone know what could be causing this
Thanks
Ian
Thanks
Ian
- Thu 19 Jan, 2012 18:24
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 / 530dse
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1047
- Sat 14 Jan, 2012 20:01
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 / 530dse
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1047
- Fri 13 Jan, 2012 17:05
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Z3 / 530dse
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1047
Z3 / 530dse
Folks When I originally bought my Z3 in April last year it was intended to be for roof down fun so I envisaged I would put it away in dodgy weather and only bring out on the brightest and dryest of days. Now 10,000 miles later I really do need to buy a second car as I dont want the Z to get too legg...
- Thu 29 Dec, 2011 15:52
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Good indy in Basingstoke?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 480
- Mon 12 Dec, 2011 16:24
- Forum: Let's talk
- Topic: Waze Free iPhone & Android GPS App
- Replies: 1
- Views: 671
Waze Free iPhone & Android GPS App
:idea: App Store & Android Market - Waze GPS & traffic - Social, fun! I came across this recently and found some of the features quite useful. I have set up a Group "Zroadster" just in case anybody wants to join it. (I am not proclaiming ownership of the group and as I am currently...
- Thu 24 Nov, 2011 19:15
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Need a new aerial
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1234
Well some Richard Head! took a shine to my original Z3 ariel mast. At least however whoever it was had the decency to unscrew it and has not damaged the base. So which of the bewildering array on offer on ebay do I replace it with? they all look the same but prices vary from £5 to £16. I do want an ...
- Sun 06 Nov, 2011 11:14
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: luggage compartment light noth working
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1242
- Sat 05 Nov, 2011 13:08
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: luggage compartment light noth working
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1242
luggage compartment light noth working
Looking for advice on how to resolve this. Have checked fuse and fitted new bulb but still stays off when boot lid opened. Have tried with and without sidelights on still no joy. Any ideas?
- Sun 30 Oct, 2011 18:36
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: interior instrument lighting
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2040
- Wed 26 Oct, 2011 16:22
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Rear Window Query
- Replies: 19
- Views: 2352
Last week I bought an original BMZ rear window for £150 tried to fit myself but discovered that the last few inches of the zip in the hood had been contaminated with glue so ended up taking it to a specialist company a few hundred yards from where I work and they fitted and sewed the last few inches...
- Wed 26 Oct, 2011 16:11
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: interior instrument lighting
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2040
- Mon 24 Oct, 2011 10:12
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: interior instrument lighting
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2040
Thanks Robert, very useful diagram which has enabled me to find and remove the two torx screws but so far I dont see the underside retaining screw which must be hidden behind a metal plate held on with a number of screws with placstic caps on them. Before I prise the plastic caps off I need to check...
- Sat 22 Oct, 2011 18:34
- Forum: The Beauty Parlour
- Topic: Wheel refurb done - recommended supplier
- Replies: 1
- Views: 856
- Sat 22 Oct, 2011 18:09
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Good Alloy Refurb companies?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1113
- Sat 22 Oct, 2011 17:48
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: interior instrument lighting
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2040
interior instrument lighting
looking for advice on solving the lack of lighting on left hand side of my instrument panel. Fuel guage is comletely unlit and speedo not much better. I am assuming the bulb has blown or become dislodged.
- Sun 09 Oct, 2011 12:04
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Hartley Whitney
- Replies: 0
- Views: 409
Hartley Whitney
I was on my way to Blackbushe to meet up with a few Zeds and spotted a black Z3 with hood down, couple on board going in opposite direction. I flashed and got a flash and a wave in response. Happy days!
- Sun 09 Oct, 2011 11:57
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: A33 Sherfield on Loddon / Bramley Hampshire Area
- Replies: 26
- Views: 4697
- Thu 06 Oct, 2011 16:48
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: A4010 Aylesbury / Princes Risborough
- Replies: 2
- Views: 555
A4010 Aylesbury / Princes Risborough
Spotted midday today on my way back from Aylesbury
Green Z3
Silver Z3
Black Z3 (coming out of Tescos P.Risboro)
All hoods up and no wavers or back flashers
Green Z3
Silver Z3
Black Z3 (coming out of Tescos P.Risboro)
All hoods up and no wavers or back flashers
- Tue 27 Sep, 2011 17:28
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Wokingham/Yateley
- Replies: 6
- Views: 925
- Tue 27 Sep, 2011 17:22
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Rear screen replacement
- Replies: 56
- Views: 27156
- Fri 23 Sep, 2011 09:58
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Wokingham/Yateley
- Replies: 6
- Views: 925
- Mon 19 Sep, 2011 15:09
- Forum: Spotted!
- Topic: Black Z3 A30 Blackbushe
- Replies: 0
- Views: 313
Black Z3 A30 Blackbushe
T reg spotted coming out of the airport car park onto A30 westbound
- Sat 17 Sep, 2011 20:01
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Strange Happenings
- Replies: 5
- Views: 551
- Sat 17 Sep, 2011 13:03
- Forum: Z3 roadster
- Topic: Strange Happenings
- Replies: 5
- Views: 551
Strange Happenings
So there I was driving at about 40mph with half a tank of fuel and next time I looked the speedo and fuel guage were reading zero mph and totally empty. This prevailed for some miles then the speedo began to wind up again and some time later the fuel guage started to read correctly. This is the seco...