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by johnz3
Sat 06 Dec, 2014 16:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Was there ever a six speed box for the Z
Replies: 17
Views: 3615

Was there ever a six speed box for the Z

Hi. Please subject above
by johnz3
Sat 06 Dec, 2014 14:55
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Air bag cover on passenger side dash board
Replies: 1
Views: 485

Air bag cover on passenger side dash board

The bottom rounded corner of the above nearest to the driver has 'lifted' about a quarter of an inch max. Probably always been like that but only just noticed. Could leave it bu having noticed it, it is bugging me. Can someone please advise whether the cover can be taken off so I can have a look. Do...
by johnz3
Sat 06 Dec, 2014 10:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Annoying rattle from the rear
Replies: 32
Views: 9071

Re: Annoying rattle from the rear

Just a suggestion but what about the adjustment of the two 'nuts' at the handbreak.
by johnz3
Sat 06 Dec, 2014 07:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: To start or not to start?
Replies: 22
Views: 5869

Re: To start or not to start?

What about tyres please. Increase the pressure/deflate a few psi. Also if you dont start up you dont move the car and the weight of the car will be sitting on the same part of the tyre.

Thanks
by johnz3
Mon 01 Dec, 2014 17:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Just trying to gauge the difference in colour between you wheel and the round air bag/ horn cover. Is yours wheel the grey leather cover or black. Thanks
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 20:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Looks really really good.

What I would appreciate is a picture of a black leather wheel to see whether there is much contrast between the 'dinner plate' airbag cover which is shiny.
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 19:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Can someone please confirm that with a replacement to the original steering wheel, the girth/grip area is thicker. Looks that way but just want to confirm.
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 16:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Sorry 'picture'
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 16:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Anyone got a puc of a Royals wheel fitted to Z3 that I can look at.

thanks
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 16:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

Seen the knowledgebase so ok thanks.
by johnz3
Sun 30 Nov, 2014 15:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12798

Re: Steering wheel

I have tried to seach for a further series of posts which showed more pictures off steering wheels on 'Zs'. No luck.

Anyone help please.
by johnz3
Sat 29 Nov, 2014 16:18
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise Control
Replies: 5
Views: 1147

Re: Cruise Control

Happy to say all now fitted. Thanks for everyones advice.
by johnz3
Sat 29 Nov, 2014 07:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Interior Light
Replies: 8
Views: 3369

Re: Z3 Interior Light

Re the LED light suggestion I did the same and made a world of difference. Goes well with the LED footwell lighting as well.
by johnz3
Thu 27 Nov, 2014 20:12
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Selling my baby 3.0 Zed
Replies: 6
Views: 2353

Re: Selling my baby 3.0 Zed

Seems a very good buy at £2800. If you assume £500 to sort a few things out then only £3300.
by johnz3
Sun 23 Nov, 2014 18:55
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise Control
Replies: 5
Views: 1147

Re: Cruise Control

Thanks guys
by johnz3
Sun 23 Nov, 2014 13:18
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise Control
Replies: 5
Views: 1147

Cruise Control

Hi. I purchased the wrong stalk and now find that the below is what I need.

1 x Switch 61.31.8.360.9
1 x Knob 61.31.1.390.968

Does anyone have one for sale please or other than dealers suggest where I might get one.

Thanks
by johnz3
Sat 25 Oct, 2014 16:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front view parking sensors
Replies: 4
Views: 1431

Re: Front view parking sensors

Cheers. I will google them.
by johnz3
Sat 25 Oct, 2014 10:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Front view parking sensors
Replies: 4
Views: 1431

Front view parking sensors

I am looking for a front view parking sensor kit that will protect my the spoiler. No need for a rear kit as I am confident with reversing. Whilst also confident with front parking it is the hight of kerbs that is the problem. The spoiler is most of the time below the kerb when parking and dont want...
by johnz3
Sun 19 Oct, 2014 13:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise contril interface unit
Replies: 7
Views: 1283

Re: Cruise contril interface unit

Yes going to go through the dealers. Thanks.
by johnz3
Sat 18 Oct, 2014 17:47
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise contril interface unit
Replies: 7
Views: 1283

Re: Cruise contril interface unit

Great. Will call them.
by johnz3
Sat 18 Oct, 2014 17:14
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise contril interface unit
Replies: 7
Views: 1283

Re: Cruise contril interface unit

Thanks and I think yiu are right about rarit. I will give it a few days and then contact BMW.
by johnz3
Sat 18 Oct, 2014 10:32
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Cruise contril interface unit
Replies: 7
Views: 1283

Cruise contril interface unit

Hi, Does anyone have the above part that wish to sell. Part number is 65718380054.

Thanks
by johnz3
Fri 10 Oct, 2014 09:40
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Innit for the Long Haul
Replies: 31
Views: 5983

Re: Innit for the Long Haul

Thanks
by johnz3
Fri 10 Oct, 2014 08:54
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Innit for the Long Haul
Replies: 31
Views: 5983

Re: Innit for the Long Haul

Where did you get your strut brace please and how much.

Thanks
by johnz3
Wed 08 Oct, 2014 09:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Vanos Unit - Do I have one
Replies: 4
Views: 947

Re: Vanos Unit - Do I have one

Great and thanks.
by johnz3
Wed 08 Oct, 2014 06:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Vanos Unit - Do I have one
Replies: 4
Views: 947

Re: Vanos Unit - Do I have one

Ok and thanks.

Do you or others know whether the Vanos problems were sorted by the time my car was manufactured.
by johnz3
Wed 08 Oct, 2014 05:50
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Vanos Unit - Do I have one
Replies: 4
Views: 947

Vanos Unit - Do I have one

I have searched on the forum and also looked in the handbook with no luck. Can someone please advise whether my 2003 BMW 3.0i Sport has a vanos unit. Thanks
by johnz3
Mon 06 Oct, 2014 05:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alarm query
Replies: 6
Views: 649

Re: Alarm query

Thanks everyone
by johnz3
Sun 05 Oct, 2014 18:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alarm query
Replies: 6
Views: 649

Re: Alarm query

Ok, thanks. Must be the same for all. Just seems strange.
by johnz3
Sun 05 Oct, 2014 18:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Alarm query
Replies: 6
Views: 649

Alarm query

When I turn on my alarm (2003 3.0i sport) the indicator lights flash. When I turn it off they do not. Is that correct please.
by johnz3
Sat 13 Sep, 2014 14:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Airbag Light Tool
Replies: 7
Views: 1284

Re: Airbag Light Tool

Hi. My airbag light has just come on. Done nothing to make it so. Reading through a few posts someone mentioned about the seat being too low and something happenjng with the connections. So sat in the car and raised the seat. Light came on when starting and then went out so hopefully fine. My questi...
by johnz3
Sat 13 Sep, 2014 06:51
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Has the world gone mad? M Coupe for sale £30k
Replies: 3
Views: 1485

Re: Has the world gone mad? M Coupe for sale £30k

Probably never know but interesting to see what they actually sell for.
by johnz3
Fri 12 Sep, 2014 16:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Item for sale on Ebay
Replies: 1
Views: 712

Re: Item for sale on Ebay

Bump and £15.00.
by johnz3
Fri 12 Sep, 2014 16:09
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

Re: car radio advice

Hi gleeE

Do you know if the phone can be voice activated. Works fine but cannot see from the instruction book if it is.

Thanks
by johnz3
Sun 07 Sep, 2014 05:57
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Books on the Z3
Replies: 14
Views: 4820

Re: Books on the Z3

Bump
by johnz3
Sun 31 Aug, 2014 20:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

Re: car radio advice

Thanks everyone. Pioneer X5600BT now fitted.
by johnz3
Sun 31 Aug, 2014 19:28
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Engine bay filth
Replies: 17
Views: 4032

Re: Engine bay filth

Was it not the gt85
by johnz3
Sat 30 Aug, 2014 06:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

Re: car radio advice

Great. Thanks.
by johnz3
Sat 30 Aug, 2014 06:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

Re: car radio advice

Hi, When you say just plugs in does that mean exactly what I think it does in that I unplug the Business CD and the new unit fits exactly into the 'wiring socket' that the Business CD unit did. Also what about the space left by the old unit. The new unit just fits in? Thanks
by johnz3
Sun 24 Aug, 2014 11:25
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Books on the Z3
Replies: 14
Views: 4820

Re: Books on the Z3

I do have a Chiltons BMW 3 -Series/M3/Z3 1989 -98 repair manual for sale. Back cover has got a few wear marks, not torn at all. Everything very readable and overall in excellent condition. £15 pick up or plus postage when I guess will be a max of £5.

Live in Pitsea, Essex.
by johnz3
Sun 24 Aug, 2014 06:49
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

Re: car radio advice

Great. Thanks. Looking to go out today or tomorrow for a look see
by johnz3
Sat 23 Aug, 2014 19:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: car radio advice
Replies: 15
Views: 3564

car radio advice

Looking to replace my business cd. Want to buy something that will match the wiring harness and will fit straight into the space left by old radio. Can people advise what they have purchased that meets the above. Thanks.
by johnz3
Sat 23 Aug, 2014 06:44
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Books on the Z3
Replies: 14
Views: 4820

Re: Books on the Z3

Sorry mate. Went a few weeks ago. Should have put Sold on the thread.
by johnz3
Sat 16 Aug, 2014 15:19
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Funny noise
Replies: 9
Views: 945

Re: Funny noise

Latest on funny noise. Start up and just normal engine noise. Rev the engine and just a normal increase in revs and engine noise. Engage clutch (no noise) engage reverse gear (no noise). Ease off clutch and rattle noise starts. Dip clutch and it goes. As before after reversing up drive noise almost ...
by johnz3
Thu 07 Aug, 2014 06:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Best way to confirm speedo reading.
Replies: 31
Views: 5701

Re: Best way to confirm speedo reading.

Would it be fair to say that if through the Tom Tom method my speedo was accurate at say 40mph it would be accurate at say 60 and 80 pmh. Thanks
by johnz3
Wed 06 Aug, 2014 19:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Best way to confirm speedo reading.
Replies: 31
Views: 5701

Re: Best way to confirm speedo reading.

Good point re the Tom Tom. I will ask around. Thanks
by johnz3
Wed 06 Aug, 2014 19:27
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Estroil (sic) blue 2.2 z3. Previously owned by tanning salon
Replies: 15
Views: 3026

Re: Estroil (sic) blue 2.2 z3. Previously owned by tanning s

My 3.0i Sport is Estoril blue. Is my car an M sport car. I know it is not a Z3M. Thanks
by johnz3
Wed 06 Aug, 2014 19:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Best way to confirm speedo reading.
Replies: 31
Views: 5701

Best way to confirm speedo reading.

I have a 3.0i sport and very quickly I can get up to around 100 mph. I however do not believe it is that speed. Any ideas apart from comparing/keeping up with a friend how I might check my speedo easily.
by johnz3
Tue 05 Aug, 2014 16:54
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: 2.2 Z3. Silver reg Y2 G**
Replies: 0
Views: 836

2.2 Z3. Silver reg Y2 G**

Spotted on A13 between Stanford Le Hope and Pitsea (Essex). Nice looking car.
by johnz3
Mon 28 Jul, 2014 20:23
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: M6 Thelwall heading north
Replies: 5
Views: 1807

Re: M6 Thelwall heading north

See the Why Bother thread. Your answer is I think on there from Tags