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by Zed_Steve
Wed 06 May, 2009 12:17
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: New Z4 owner - hi!
Replies: 14
Views: 1965

Re: New Z4 owner - hi!

Hi everyone, I've just bought my first BMW, a silver Z4 2.0 and I love it to bits! I spent 10 hours on Monday driving the length of the country It has that effect, your journeys will only get longer as the smile on your face from driving it broadens :lol: Welcome, very nice. Personally i would look...
by Zed_Steve
Fri 10 Apr, 2009 14:52
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Cadwell Trackday HQ pics
Replies: 12
Views: 1874

Excellent pics, car looks awesome :thumb:
by Zed_Steve
Fri 10 Apr, 2009 14:44
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Swapping Z3 for Z4
Replies: 30
Views: 4983

Welcome to the Z4 club :thumb:

I too miss my Z3 , but am more than happy with its replacement :D
by Zed_Steve
Fri 10 Apr, 2009 14:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Low mileage Silver 2.8 Z3 on ebay
Replies: 6
Views: 1028

Re: Z3M coupe at Hexagon of Highgate

There is a bread van on their website priced at £23,995 !!!!!! Have these become highly collectable? I nearly fell off my seat Then id brace yourself before looking at this one! :lol: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2002-BMW-M-COUPE-YELLOW_W0QQitemZ180344195971QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item18034...
by Zed_Steve
Tue 24 Mar, 2009 12:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Z4 Wind Deflector
Replies: 9
Views: 1660

A word of caution before you spend money. My Z4 is fitted with the standard windbreak that slots between the 2 roll hoops but I have to say I don't think it is as effective as the one that was fitted to my Z3. Noticed a bit of a draft around the neck although my hair isn't long enough to blow aroun...
by Zed_Steve
Tue 24 Mar, 2009 07:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted - Z4 Wind Deflector
Replies: 9
Views: 1660

Hi Bigpete Word of caution when buying a Z4 Wind Deflector, you'll need roll over hoops with WD channels in them if you're looking for the "solid" type. Actually, i read on another board that someone bought these hoop covers from the dealer, used thm as a template to drill the holls in th...
by Zed_Steve
Fri 20 Mar, 2009 17:09
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: FOR SALE - 2002 Z3 2.2i Sport SOLD!
Replies: 28
Views: 2940

Gulp! :shock: Makes the £4500 i got for my '99 2.8 look like a great deal. But like me, i bet it was still a lot more than what a dealer was offering. This is getting silly now! If that's what you have reduced it to, I shudder to think what a dealer would value it to take it off your hands! :shake: ...
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 19:15
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: so, who's been out...
Replies: 21
Views: 1213

Zed_Steve wrote:Went nowhere in particular.
At certain stages, i was going nowhere fast! :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 19:12
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: My New Z3M Roadster
Replies: 51
Views: 3371

No direct experience of them myself, but the Simota and Gruppe M kits are favoured by some.
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 19:09
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: so, who's been out...
Replies: 21
Views: 1213

Went nowhere in particular. Just aimlessly cruised around with the top down, nice! :D
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 18:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What is your Z?
Replies: 133
Views: 19239

1. Zed_Steve
2. Z4 3.0si Sport
3. Manual
4. Stratus Grey
5. Black uprated New England leather
6. 2200
7. UK/North Warwickshire
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 18:41
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: My New Z3M Roadster
Replies: 51
Views: 3371

Robert T wrote:Want! :bow

Engine bay needs cleaning. :wink:

Cheers R.
Yep, we have standards round here you know :wink:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Mar, 2009 18:35
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: My New Z3M Roadster
Replies: 51
Views: 3371

Gorgeous! :thumb:
by Zed_Steve
Tue 10 Mar, 2009 13:35
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: The death of the cruise?
Replies: 41
Views: 3271

There was a chap being interviewed on breakfast news this morning, a road safety campaigner. He is in favour of the proposed speed reductions. His daugher was mown down and killed by a speeding driver. Apparently the driver was pumped up on cocaine and was going wayyy over 70mph when the accident ha...
by Zed_Steve
Mon 09 Mar, 2009 13:23
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Finally let this be someone on here, pleeeeease
Replies: 34
Views: 4987

Maybe she thought you were looking for someone who would be up for a threesome with you and your gf :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Mon 09 Mar, 2009 13:06
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: The death of the cruise?
Replies: 41
Views: 3271

The country is in the s**t financially, partly because of this useless government so they need bring in as much revenue as they can to try and rebalance the books. Placing these cash machines, sorry speed cameras on almost every road is one way of doing this, as they know that the motorist is an eas...
by Zed_Steve
Sun 08 Mar, 2009 13:19
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: National Speed limits to be reduced to 50mph
Replies: 11
Views: 1304

Seems to be underway already, based on the number of 50mph signs being put up near me :roll:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 01 Mar, 2009 09:54
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Some people eh!
Replies: 55
Views: 6000

Just worthless sad morons who do this kind of thing, i wouldnt waste my spit on them even if they were on fire! :evil:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 01 Mar, 2009 09:49
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Z4 3.0l Vs R32 Golf
Replies: 8
Views: 2081

Dont think many motors out there could keep up with that Golf! Thats quick!

I admire his sense of humour in the face of being 'had for breakfast'! :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 01 Mar, 2009 09:42
Forum: The Gallery
Topic: Topless nights
Replies: 3
Views: 1039

Image

Yep, having the top down day or night is fun! :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 22 Feb, 2009 18:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: basic question
Replies: 31
Views: 2163

Another round of applause there for Mike, very well put :thumb:
by Zed_Steve
Sat 21 Feb, 2009 22:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Question on Road Tax
Replies: 15
Views: 2401

Hmmm... so the number of tax bands is going to increase from 7 to 13 from March 2009, its becoming more complex by the minute :puzzle:

More here : http://www.parkers.co.uk/News/Road-tax/ ... x-changes/
by Zed_Steve
Sat 21 Feb, 2009 22:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Question on Road Tax
Replies: 15
Views: 2401

Tax bands only go up to G, and this band is only for vehicles registered after 23rd March 2006.

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/EDITORIAL/C ... 36533.html
by Zed_Steve
Sat 21 Feb, 2009 20:12
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Woohoo!! - first roof down day for 2009!!
Replies: 7
Views: 967

What a cracking day for some roof down motoring.

Went on a run down to Stratford, then on to tackle Fish Hill (what a great stretch of road) then back up the A429 giving it plenty :D and finally the run back home, nice :D
by Zed_Steve
Thu 19 Feb, 2009 13:24
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: Had a Z4 3.0i now thinking of a Z4M
Replies: 22
Views: 6105

Seems baffling as to why 1200mile run in wasnt done on time, as ive read its supposed to invalidate the warranty and its free!
by Zed_Steve
Wed 18 Feb, 2009 13:13
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: Had a Z4 3.0i now thinking of a Z4M
Replies: 22
Views: 6105

smartypants wrote:Z4s in general are where the bargains are to be had at the moment! Just wait until the new one also hits the shelves :)
Yeah, a great time to release a new model Bet theres loads of people queuing up for one.
by Zed_Steve
Mon 16 Feb, 2009 19:58
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Pre v Post facelift Z3's
Replies: 2
Views: 1064

by Zed_Steve
Mon 16 Feb, 2009 19:43
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For Sale - 1999 Z3 2.8
Replies: 13
Views: 1977

Yes, took £4500 in the end. A bit below what i would have ideally liked, but secured a quick sale which i wanted, so overall was pleased.
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Feb, 2009 18:59
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 8500 miles but what a price....
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Phil wrote:Shame about the wheels -- so much better with the original alloys especially if it is being suggested as a collectors item.
Yep, it needs to be completely original to have any chance of fetching a premium price imo!

£17k? No thanks!
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Feb, 2009 18:28
Forum: Performance
Topic: "Fruity" exhaust note wanted on my 3.0 Z3
Replies: 17
Views: 4797

I loved the sound of my Z3 2.8. Had a very juicy beefy sound to it. :)
The Z4 just wants to growl :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 15 Feb, 2009 18:23
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: is the Z4 ment to be an upgrade to a z3 ?
Replies: 15
Views: 1621

Im afraid i did trade in my Z3 for a Z4, and have no regrets! Not because i went off the Z3, i loved evey minute of owning one. But it was time for a change, and went for a Z4. Externally i think it looks great, the front gives an imposing presence on the road. But it the interior design was an area...
by Zed_Steve
Mon 09 Feb, 2009 23:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: stupid question
Replies: 47
Views: 3520

Zed_Steve wrote Does anyone know where the dipstick is on the Z4? Except for the one in the drivers seat! I had found the handbook and the answer to Zed_Steve's question is that the 2.0 does not have a dipstick! Correct! Though i did know this, was just being silly :lol: But i was searching around ...
by Zed_Steve
Mon 09 Feb, 2009 18:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: stupid question
Replies: 47
Views: 3520

Does anyone know where the dipstick is on the Z4? Except for the one in the drivers seat! :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 08 Feb, 2009 20:45
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: stupid question
Replies: 47
Views: 3520

Re: Read All About It

IF you know so little about cars in general, and the Z3 in particular, why don't you read about it in the Owner's Handbook? It is filled with useful information, and even if your car does not have one, they do not cost the earth to buy from any dealer. You may already have one, stored in a black wa...
by Zed_Steve
Sun 08 Feb, 2009 20:37
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: 7 Feb 09: Magical Mystery Tour!
Replies: 179
Views: 29278

Fantastic views, nice one spokey :thumb: Pity i was too much of a wuss to join you all :head: Next time, next time :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Sun 08 Feb, 2009 20:33
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: A "Hi There" from a new Zed Owner
Replies: 19
Views: 3201

Very nice! :thumb: Love black, just a pig to keep clean. Not that it would bother me :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Thu 05 Feb, 2009 17:43
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: heavy snow in the south east cor blimey
Replies: 44
Views: 3693

Im sure he's still having a shuffle down below :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Thu 05 Feb, 2009 17:34
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Looking for Insurance for Z4
Replies: 11
Views: 31597

by Zed_Steve
Thu 05 Feb, 2009 17:29
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: 7 Feb 09: Magical Mystery Tour!
Replies: 179
Views: 29278

Well, after chatting with the lunch venue pub, I reckon that unless something dramatic happens it's more likely that the cruise will go ahead. They've had almost no snow, so if all else fails, we can go there and take over the pub for the day. :twisted: Im more concerned about this http://news.bbc....
by Zed_Steve
Mon 02 Feb, 2009 21:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: A scam or a deal........
Replies: 7
Views: 4221

http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/BMW+Z4/Ne-2-4-5-6-7-8-27-44-49-53-61-64-67-103-133-146-236,N-112-198-240-4294965351-4294967202/advert.action?R=200905327690072&distance=70&postcode=B48+7HX&channel=CARS&make=BMW&model=Z4&min_pr=&max_pr=&max_mileage=&ve...
by Zed_Steve
Mon 02 Feb, 2009 21:14
Forum: Better Driving
Topic: Driving in snow...ASC on or off?
Replies: 24
Views: 14610

The DTC on the Z4 is only to be activated in exceptional situations, such as the current weather conditions.
by Zed_Steve
Mon 02 Feb, 2009 20:08
Forum: Better Driving
Topic: Driving in snow...ASC on or off?
Replies: 24
Views: 14610

That is one of the situations mentioned where its advisable to have this DTC system switched on.
by Zed_Steve
Mon 02 Feb, 2009 19:55
Forum: Better Driving
Topic: Driving in snow...ASC on or off?
Replies: 24
Views: 14610

Kind of glad this question has been asked, as it made me re-read my owners manual. Just realised I have both DSC and DTC (Dynamic Traction Control) I thought the latter was a replacement for DSC, but is actually an optimised version. Also read, for DTC to be activated the telltale light must be ON. ...
by Zed_Steve
Mon 02 Feb, 2009 07:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: heavy snow in the south east cor blimey
Replies: 44
Views: 3693

Very picturesque! :)

Just a light dusting here where i am, so was able to make it to work in the Zed. Think worse is to come later though.
by Zed_Steve
Fri 30 Jan, 2009 20:58
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 Now sourced so ignore - Mods : Thread can be deleted
Replies: 45
Views: 5766

Oh and i sold the Z3 last week, had 58k on it.
by Zed_Steve
Fri 30 Jan, 2009 20:57
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 Now sourced so ignore - Mods : Thread can be deleted
Replies: 45
Views: 5766

The Z4 was already up for a good price, so couldnt haggle anymore off. Pity, as i like a good haggle. :lol: Yes the dealer did say they could only offer 3k for my Z3 because of the price they were selling the Z4 for. But they also said that BMW were going to take the hit on the Z4, they were still g...
by Zed_Steve
Fri 30 Jan, 2009 19:58
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Z3 Now sourced so ignore - Mods : Thread can be deleted
Replies: 45
Views: 5766

I was offered 3k px on my 1999 2.8, no way was i letting it go for that! Ended up selling it for 4500 via PH. Was ideally looking for 5k min, but felt i effectively got close to that figure for it. I got a quick sale which i wanted, thus didnt need to pay out extra to keep it insured, or pay to keep...
by Zed_Steve
Wed 28 Jan, 2009 12:55
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Simply the best!
Replies: 8
Views: 1931

I just love the smell of Zymol Wax :lol:
by Zed_Steve
Wed 28 Jan, 2009 12:53
Forum: Site Announcements and Feedback
Topic: Site issues?
Replies: 13
Views: 3838

Yes, ive found it always seems slow to connect just after midnight.
by Zed_Steve
Sun 25 Jan, 2009 20:29
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: The New Z4 at Brussels Motorshow in Belgium
Replies: 8
Views: 2687

Oh dear, how sad that the boot makes the car a non runner for me and I'm sure many others on the forums. Who do they have in mind as customers? Couldnt even go out for a picnic with the top down -- unless it comes with a trailor :head: Who do they have in mind as customers? Women! :oops: http://www...