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by tiggercoco
Wed 18 Oct, 2023 20:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Difficulty Engaging First?
Replies: 7
Views: 17465

Re: Difficulty Engaging First?

So after a gear box oil change and a braided clutch hose the movement is much better, less of an 'issue' and more just a part of the cars character.
by tiggercoco
Thu 31 Aug, 2023 17:03
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Difficulty Engaging First?
Replies: 7
Views: 17465

Re: Difficulty Engaging First?

Thanks Mike I will order one and get it fitted, I had the gearbox oil changed but it didn't resolve the issue. Its not a biggie but a bit irratating. Another forum suggested: "Per BMW: Engine running, clutch all the way down. Try to put it into 1st. While keeping pressure applied to the shifter...
by tiggercoco
Thu 11 May, 2023 12:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Space saver wheel
Replies: 4
Views: 16790

Re: Space saver wheel

Despite owning three Z's only now on my most recent acquisition have I sussed how to get the spare wheel out!...god what a hassle!...who designed that?...imagine if you had a puncture in the rain and had to go through all that rigmarole. I only use the Z for local country lane pub jaunts...I think I...
by tiggercoco
Mon 24 Apr, 2023 20:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Difficulty Engaging First?
Replies: 7
Views: 17465

Re: Difficulty Engaging First?

Good question!....car was bought with virtually no history....time to search West Sussex for a good BMW indie!
by tiggercoco
Thu 20 Apr, 2023 19:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Difficulty Engaging First?
Replies: 7
Views: 17465

Difficulty Engaging First?

Just bought a 1999 2.8 and find it 'difficult' to engage first gear, very notchy. Workaround is to engage second then shift into first. What is this indicative of?...totally new clutch or something not so financially drastic? (presume a new clutch supplied and fitted would be a £1K?).... Also the pr...
by tiggercoco
Tue 18 Apr, 2023 12:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Are All Z3 Headlights The Same?
Replies: 4
Views: 16804

Re: Are All Z3 Headlights The Same?

1999 2.8 widebody https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-2-8-Wide-Body-SILVER-Manual-New-MOT-FSH-HARDTOP-A-Con-Heated-Seats-4750-/166036143163?mkpid=0&emsid=e11051.m43.l1123&mkcid=26&ch=osgood&euid=0aceea8934f94e43a53e67996f8c6377&bu=43140107965&osub=-1%7E1&crd=20230416140955&...
by tiggercoco
Mon 17 Apr, 2023 14:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Are All Z3 Headlights The Same?
Replies: 4
Views: 16804

Are All Z3 Headlights The Same?

Looking to detango a 1999 Z.

On Ebay part number 63128381086, will they fit all models?
by tiggercoco
Sun 16 Apr, 2023 13:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What Colour Is This Z3?
Replies: 1
Views: 16368

What Colour Is This Z3?

by tiggercoco
Mon 25 Dec, 2017 23:40
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Were Either Model Made With Automatic Gearbox?
Replies: 7
Views: 5770

Re: Were Either Model Made With Automatic Gearbox?

Thanks for clarifying! was quite confused when I saw that auto box!
by tiggercoco
Mon 25 Dec, 2017 21:42
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Were Either Model Made With Automatic Gearbox?
Replies: 7
Views: 5770

Were Either Model Made With Automatic Gearbox?

Just wondered if any roadster or coupe were produced with an auto box?
by tiggercoco
Tue 15 Nov, 2016 21:23
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Oxford Green?
Replies: 15
Views: 6321

Re: Oxford Green?

Gave Sytner a call but its not an S54.
by tiggercoco
Mon 14 Nov, 2016 17:17
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Oxford Green?
Replies: 15
Views: 6321

Re: Oxford Green?

BladeRunner919 wrote:Perhaps we should organise a snooker tournament!
I tried playing once and it was a disaster.

OK so both Oxford Green, I guess the ambient light makes a difference to the hue and I know there was an Oxford Green 2 just to complicate matters.

But that ad! 76K and £22.5K?...wow!
by tiggercoco
Sun 13 Nov, 2016 22:33
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Oxford Green?
Replies: 15
Views: 6321

Re: Oxford Green?

by tiggercoco
Sun 13 Nov, 2016 22:32
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Oxford Green?
Replies: 15
Views: 6321

Oxford Green?

Are these two the same colour? (I'm colorblind with red/green/brown!) Totally love the one in the historical setting but is it the same as the Syntner one? http://www.parkwayspecialistcars.co.uk/uploads/product/zoom_BMW_Z3M_ROADSTER__HARD_TOP_28.jpg http://a1.stock-images.netdirector.co.uk/image/upl...
by tiggercoco
Sun 13 Nov, 2016 22:16
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3 M Roadster wanted for photo shoot
Replies: 9
Views: 4161

Re: Z3 M Roadster wanted for photo shoot

Guess this is it?

Image
by tiggercoco
Wed 09 Nov, 2016 21:50
Forum: Performance
Topic: Coilovers help!!
Replies: 4
Views: 5677

Re: Coilovers help!!

As a beginner, I don't understand this expensive modification.

Does it just lower the stance of the car?...can't you just use springs to do this?

Whats the deal with spending £600-£700?
by tiggercoco
Wed 09 Nov, 2016 14:06
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Z3 to Z3M console change
Replies: 32
Views: 14660

Re: Z3 to Z3M console change

Thanks for the link, that looks interesting!
by tiggercoco
Wed 09 Nov, 2016 11:55
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Z3 to Z3M console change
Replies: 32
Views: 14660

Re: Z3 to Z3M console change

I think a few none M owners would like to make this modification but suspect Z3M center consoles are like hens teeth.

Is it possible to modify the existing unit at all?...or can a Z3M console be made then maybe leather covered etc?...
by tiggercoco
Sat 05 Nov, 2016 04:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Which 2.8?
Replies: 8
Views: 2195

Which 2.8?

Hi am looking to buy a 2.8 pre-facelift as I love the M type widebody.

Am I correct in thinking some engines have a single vanos and some double?...does it make any difference which one you get as to tuning possibilities to get it up on a par with the 3.0?....or are they both equal?...

Thanks