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by rayboy
Wed 26 May, 2021 17:41
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Prices on the up
Replies: 9
Views: 5405

Re: Prices on the up

Jeremy Clarkson’s Clown’s Shoe comment. He was referring to the Coupe. James May choosing a 1.9 auto to cross a desert in and then moaning about it being “hopeless”. Endless hairdresser’s car jibes etc. are like water off a Duck’s back to me. These cars are getting the respect that they deserve at l...
by rayboy
Wed 10 Mar, 2021 17:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: outside temp sensor and oil pressure or level light
Replies: 1
Views: 1481

outside temp sensor and oil pressure or level light

Hello I have replaced the outside temp sensor and the computer now beeps and shows -40 I have read that this is a default setting,is there a reset procedure? Also the oil light comes on on start up but soon goes out again the oil level is fine so I am thinking it's the oil sensor in the sump. have a...
by rayboy
Mon 08 Mar, 2021 11:12
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Gazza - sad news
Replies: 21
Views: 9931

Re: Gazza - sad news

Sad news indeed
I never got to meet him in person but I felt a genuine love for the car and a real desire to help whenever I needed sound advice.
A huge gap has opened up in our little corner of Zed World.

Rayboy
by rayboy
Mon 08 Mar, 2021 08:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Luggage rack fitting
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Re: Luggage rack fitting

I’ve found the dimples! One easy to see the other three well disguised. I wondered whether the facelift lid differed in some way. No I just need new glasses. Spacers, strap all there so on with the show! I like the way the case clips on and locks. It’s well engineered in that sense. Keep it to yours...
by rayboy
Sat 06 Mar, 2021 22:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Luggage rack fitting
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Re: Luggage rack fitting

I totally agree about the lack of rearward vision. I’ve only used the case a few times in 16 years but I’m glad I’ve got the set. I started collecting as many OEM accessories I could find years ago The only one I don’t like is the “Speedster” headrest cover. You can get a lot in a Zed except the whe...
by rayboy
Tue 02 Mar, 2021 22:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Luggage rack fitting
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Re: Luggage rack fitting

Thanks Robert
I’ll do some more research
Failing that there could well be be a rack,fittings ,case and inside bag coming up for grabs.

Rayboy
by rayboy
Tue 02 Mar, 2021 09:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Luggage rack fitting
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Re: Luggage rack fitting

Hi again
The reason I’m asking is that the facelift boot lid is double skinned unlike my earlier Zed
Anybody know whether this means I can’t fit the rack?
I’m OK with drilling the holes if there are guidemarks

Thanks

Rayboy
by rayboy
Thu 25 Feb, 2021 08:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Luggage rack fitting
Replies: 9
Views: 3170

Luggage rack fitting

I have a genuine luggage rack and fitted case that I fitted to my old Zed.
I now have a facelift 2.2 and can’t find the little indents on the boot lid that mark the places to drill the holes.
Any advice chaps?
by rayboy
Mon 28 Sep, 2020 13:44
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Engine Mgt Light (2.2i)
Replies: 12
Views: 5515

Re: Engine Mgt Light (2.2i)

Bought 2.2 this Summer from dealer On way home EML came on. Returned to dealer. They spent a lot of money replacing the mixture sensors Lamda? Got it 100 miles home and light came on again Went to my local indie Herring and Palmer in Norwich Tim immediately diagnosed the problem . A split large inle...
by rayboy
Tue 11 Aug, 2020 06:14
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: 1998 1.9 with hardtop for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 3787

Re: 1998 1.9 with hardtop for sale

Any ideas on how to value my car?

Hardtops and fittings going for around a grand on eBay
Cars for breaking seem to be in hundreds

My car is not a breaker by any means but would benefit from a TINY bit of paint and TLC
it will have 12 months Mot

Is 1500 to high?
by rayboy
Sun 09 Aug, 2020 05:08
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: 1998 1.9 with hardtop for sale
Replies: 2
Views: 3787

1998 1.9 with hardtop for sale

I’ve owned this car since 2006 Full service history In good condition considering 145000 mileage Atalanta blue Black interior Hardtop supplied from new Alpine stereo and sub MOT October 2020 Has minor rust on sills and wings. Scuffed drivers seat bolster Driver’s central locking not working Wing mir...
by rayboy
Wed 29 Jul, 2020 09:10
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: LUGGAGE RACK FITTINGS
Replies: 0
Views: 4910

LUGGAGE RACK FITTINGS

Does anybody have a facelift boot lid with the domed bolts for the OEM Luggage rack fitted?
Or a source for something similar

Also I will be selling my trusty 1.9 after 14 years of ownership
usual wear and tear for a 145000 mile car but has a hardtop and full service history


Will buy or swap.

RG
by rayboy
Fri 10 Jul, 2020 10:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 2.0 six
Replies: 0
Views: 4040

2.0 six

Hi everyone Long time since I posted I'm getting a Jap import . A bit daunting but the mileage, spec' and condition is too tempting. It has a 2.0 6 cylinder engine with auto gearbox. A cruiser not a bruiser Performance wise I reckon it will be about the same as my trusty 1.9 which (will become my &q...
by rayboy
Tue 19 May, 2015 07:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: New rear screen £25
Replies: 5
Views: 1724

Re: New rear screen £25

Any news on postage??

Rayboy
by rayboy
Fri 15 May, 2015 05:34
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: New rear screen £25
Replies: 5
Views: 1724

Re: New rear screen £25

Hello there

Is it a BMW replacement or aftermarket??

If genuine I'll take it off your hands

Postage cost?

Rayboy
by rayboy
Sun 01 Feb, 2015 09:17
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: For SALE . Excellent 1.9 M44 exhaust
Replies: 15
Views: 3656

Re: For SALE . Excellent 1.9 M44 exhaust

Hi there

is it rear section only i.e. cat back?
by rayboy
Sun 10 Aug, 2014 19:16
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Breaking - Z3 1.9 4 cylinder M44 Atlanta Blue pre-facelift
Replies: 41
Views: 8204

Re: Breaking - Z3 1.9 4 cylinder M44 Atlanta Blue pre-faceli

I'm looking for a rust free drivers side rear wing and passenger door.

Any prices?
by rayboy
Sun 03 Aug, 2014 19:06
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: MY ZM ROADSTER FOR SALE
Replies: 14
Views: 5693

Re: MY ZM ROADSTER FOR SALE

Hi MIke

I've contacted you via ebay to arrange a look see.
this week if possible
by rayboy
Sun 03 Aug, 2014 19:03
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

Thanks again for all the sound advice.
Arranging viewings as of now.

R
by rayboy
Sun 03 Aug, 2014 11:39
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

OK chaps A few questions: Is an M version a "high maintenance" animal? How much more complicated are they than say a 3 litre? What can or does go wrong. I am aware of VANOS and Bootweld issues. My BMW specialist doesn't see them as a problem. They might sniff an "earner" but I do...
by rayboy
Wed 30 Jul, 2014 18:51
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

These 2 are on my checklist.
40000 miles unmodified is attractive but for £1200 more what a motor Liam has. Difficult choice. Want to have a viewing week and see as many as I can.
Love to have a third one to see.
by rayboy
Mon 28 Jul, 2014 06:15
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

Liam's is certainly on my short list.
Any more out there?
by rayboy
Fri 25 Jul, 2014 12:16
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

Thanks chaps
If Mark thinks yours is the real deal that's certainly worth following up

Tell me more
ray.gotts@btinternet.com will wake me up
by rayboy
Fri 25 Jul, 2014 07:12
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

wanted m roadster

I'm looking for a good Z3M Roadster.
Up to £10k for the right car. Hard top would be good and unmodified preferable. Colours: Estoril,Imola,Silver or Black

Condition over mileage/year.

I'm Norfolk based just in case there's one on my doorstep.
by rayboy
Fri 13 Sep, 2013 05:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Falling Prices
Replies: 45
Views: 9217

Re: Falling Prices

I plan to "stockpile" and use a couple of low milers in the next 12 months. It's better than money in the bank. 3 litre and M on the list. Shouldn't lose much money over 5 to 10 years ( dream on) Would sound a bit flash if it wasn't for the fact that it would be cheaper than a well spec'd ...
by rayboy
Fri 23 Aug, 2013 05:58
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: I've retired, YIPPEE :-)
Replies: 11
Views: 3035

Re: I've retired, YIPPEE :-)

Just down the road from us. Semi retired myself. I'll keep an eye out for you. 1998 Atalanta Blue, 1.9 standard spec, 122000 on the clock full service history.Everyday car still going strong. Looking for low miler for weekend and Summer use if anyone knows of a good one. £5 grandish. Hope the move g...
by rayboy
Sat 10 Aug, 2013 15:01
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: I've retired, YIPPEE :-)
Replies: 11
Views: 3035

Re: I've retired, YIPPEE :-)

One or two zedders in the area. The East Anglian Crew are a happy little band of brothers and sisters.
Where-abouts in Aylsham?
by rayboy
Wed 18 Jul, 2012 15:33
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BLACK Z3 3.0 45000 --- SOLD
Replies: 7
Views: 2083

Re: BLACK Z3 3.0 45000 for sale (pistonheads link)

Thanks for info.
Looks a nice car.
Will talk to talk to m'lady tonight.

Rayboy
by rayboy
Wed 18 Jul, 2012 09:52
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: BLACK Z3 3.0 45000 --- SOLD
Replies: 7
Views: 2083

Re: BLACK Z3 3.0 45000 for sale (pistonheads link)

Hi Skeete Any cu pics of paint issues. You describe paint as wearing badly. Also cus of laquer lift on wheels would be good. Did you leave hardtop brackets in? We are considering moving our zed on and a 3 litre in black with low miles would be a good replacement. Anyone reading this out there who ha...
by rayboy
Tue 17 Jul, 2012 20:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: water where it shouldn't be
Replies: 5
Views: 875

Re: water where it shouldn't be

:dunce: :head: :oops: Sorry should have thanked Southernboy but message to East Coast heroes still applies.
by rayboy
Tue 17 Jul, 2012 20:18
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: water where it shouldn't be
Replies: 5
Views: 875

Re: water where it shouldn't be

Cheers Badman

I'll have a poke around and see what occurs.
Haven't been able to make the East Coast Crew's Cruises of late. Moved house and busy work-wise. Which when you are self employed is no bad thing.
Hope you all have a blinder at Silverstone.

Thanks again

Rayboy
by rayboy
Tue 17 Jul, 2012 16:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: water where it shouldn't be
Replies: 5
Views: 875

water where it shouldn't be

Hi all I have water in me zed! When I pull away from rest there is a sloshing sound of moving water to the left rear of my car. I think water has got in through the rear of the roof. Anyone know where the drainage holes are? It's not the battery box or the spare wheel area. Could it be in the sills?...
by rayboy
Wed 28 Sep, 2011 15:24
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: wanted
Replies: 3
Views: 1015

There is no need for another boot-lid. There are 4 drilling points visible from underneath the lid. If and when you source a rack (try e-bay, I got mine from there and the matching case) you will need a fitting kit from BMW. Not expensive as I recall. This has everything you will need including clea...
by rayboy
Thu 15 Sep, 2011 05:32
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: Norfolk Village & Countryside Cruise 18 Sept 2011
Replies: 70
Views: 9676

Have a great time this weekend.
Sorry not to be hooking up but we are off to the Revival at Goodwood.
See you at Christmas.

R and M
by rayboy
Sat 27 Aug, 2011 17:43
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Christmas 2011 East Anglian Style
Replies: 85
Views: 10993

We can't do the next cruise I'm afraid. We are away from the 16th at The Goodwood revival http://www.goodwood.co.uk/revival/welcome.aspx
As I said in the Cruise thread we'll miss seeing you all again but Christmas will be a Cracker.

R and M :joker:
by rayboy
Fri 26 Aug, 2011 10:24
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Christmas 2011 East Anglian Style
Replies: 85
Views: 10993

Count us in.

Jingle jingle and so on.

We :king: :king: :king:
by rayboy
Mon 22 Aug, 2011 21:28
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: East Anglian Cruise?
Replies: 25
Views: 3804

Sorry to say that we can't make the 18th. Will be at Goodwood Revival.
Will miss you guys.
Next time certainly.
Have a great day.

R and M :drive
by rayboy
Mon 25 Jul, 2011 16:49
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: North Norfolk Coast Cruise 24th July.
Replies: 90
Views: 17316

Great pics macca. What a great day! Sorry we didn't get to say bye and missed the pub but we will be there next time.

Ray and Mags
by rayboy
Sun 24 Jul, 2011 21:36
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: North Norfolk Coast Cruise 24th July.
Replies: 90
Views: 17316

What a day!!!!

Thanks to Mike and Sandy for a great 1st Cruise.

Ray and Mags
by rayboy
Sun 24 Jul, 2011 19:25
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: North Norfolk Coast Cruise 24th July.
Replies: 90
Views: 17316

JUST A FEW PICS Great to meet you guys RAY AND MAGS http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z349/RAYBOY1/IMG_5328.jpg http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z349/RAYBOY1/IMG_5327.jpg http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z349/RAYBOY1/IMG_5304.jpg http://i1185.photobucket.com/albums/z349/RAYBOY1/IMG_5303.jpg ...
by rayboy
Fri 22 Jul, 2011 17:13
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: North Norfolk Coast Cruise 24th July.
Replies: 90
Views: 17316

We'll meet up at Sandringham and join in for the trip up to Holt.
As we live about 9 miles from there we'll take our leave and head home after the train ride or photo-shoot or whatever.
Any contact numbers just in case of problems?
Pm @ ray.gotts@btinternet.com.

Beep beep :drive
by rayboy
Mon 18 Jul, 2011 10:53
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: North Norfolk Coast Cruise 24th July.
Replies: 90
Views: 17316

Is it too late to join in?
Thought we would be moving house that weekend but has been delayed
Ray and Mags
by rayboy
Mon 17 Jan, 2011 18:19
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: New 2.8, bad start to zeds
Replies: 15
Views: 2515

Sorry to hear of your problems. You must get these things sorted ASAP. Dealers have a duty to sell you goods fit for purpose. Power Hoods should work and door handles should not break off particularly after such a short period of ownership. Spot weld issues may not be familiar to dealers particularl...
by rayboy
Sat 03 Jul, 2010 09:44
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1.9 Exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1488

No worries. Funnily enough I've had some contact and it looks like it's sold. Good luck with getting your replacement.
by rayboy
Fri 02 Jul, 2010 19:43
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ive bought another z £17,500 coming soon yippeeeeeee
Replies: 49
Views: 4534

It's a '96 cat C 1.9 with 2 light years on the clock. You bought on ebay when the beer goggles were perfectly focussed.
Yes or No?
I'm guessing NO!! :wink:
by rayboy
Fri 02 Jul, 2010 19:34
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: 1.9 Exhaust
Replies: 12
Views: 1488

I've got a brand new unused stainless twin pipe back box for £200 if you are interested. Unused isn't strictly true I drove around 25 miles before deciding it was a bit too boy racer for me. It's their quietest box and to be fair not excessively rowdy just not to my taste.The Cat Back section with t...
by rayboy
Mon 07 Jun, 2010 18:39
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Stainless Long Life Back-box '98 1.9
Replies: 2
Views: 932

Hi there

I'll download some pics and email them to you if you'll send me your address.
I'm ray.gotts@btinternet.com

RG
by rayboy
Sat 05 Jun, 2010 05:36
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Stainless Long Life Back-box '98 1.9
Replies: 2
Views: 932

Stainless Long Life Back-box '98 1.9

Brand new Longlife Backbox. Twin pipe. Quietest system.
Beautifully crafted and looks great.
Reason for selling : Just a little too loud for my taste.

Cost £289 will sell for £200 ono

Have 'photos of build and fitting if required. Will email.
by rayboy
Fri 28 May, 2010 21:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New exhaust needed. What's best?
Replies: 19
Views: 2451

Noise is a subjective issue. One man's meat etc. The main problem is that at average cruising speed say 55 - 60 it "drones" and to my ears spoils the zed driving experience i.e smooth and relaxing progress. The fitter installed a restricter to try to solve the problem and now it sounds mor...
by rayboy
Thu 27 May, 2010 21:34
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: New exhaust needed. What's best?
Replies: 19
Views: 2451

Well folks I went ahead and got a back box made up by Powerflow in Norwich. Watched it being built and fitted. Build quality brilliant,looks fantastic BUT for me it's too noisy :0( I probably should have known better as it's basically a straight through system all be it their "quietest". S...