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So.. fuel seen leaking from the front side of the tank but cannot see up enough to know where it is coming from. I suspect from the top of the tank or where the fuel pump is mounted maybe... One for the garage I think!

Thanks Pingu, I'll have a look. I may need to jack up somewhat as it's hard to see clearly with the car so low and torch angle etc.

Hi All, It's been a while since Im posted but I wasn't sure where to turn, so hope someone can help...? My 1999 Z3M Roadster has been in the garage all winter (in winter storage) and today I started her for the first time reversed her out of the garage. I noticed a smell of fuel but assumed this was...

PM me if available.

Hi Liam,

Can you pleaes message me the details. Age, Mileage, History, # Owners etc.
Is the car 100% standard or modified? I note your picture of a modified car...
What price are you asking?

Thank you.

Mark (Emo)

Hi, My sister is now looking for a Z3M Roadster (she's a bit of a pertrol head) and I am helping her find one as I know abit more about it... I am seeking anyone selling a low or lowing (sub 80k mileage, or ideally under 60k) example. Must be in v good condition, unmodified and have FSH. Thanks, Emo

If you just consider these 2 elements: Stripping down vanos to investigate fault £510 Replacing vanos £300 Why would one go above £300 on investigating (or £200 even) when a new unit is £300? It should have been pretty clear to an 'expert' quite quickly that the vanos unit needed replacement. so see...

Thanks for all input, wheels finally went of to Lepsons in Kent and car is on axle stands. Excited to receive back wheels next week done in Silver Chrome. (Original S50 B32 model wheel colour) Somewhere between £450 and 500 all in, but you get what you pay forI believe. Lepsons are very familiar wit...

Central Garage - who specialise in BMW's quoted me £450-500 plus VAT depending on how may valve shims are required. (There are 24 in the head) Very positive conversation about the valve shimming and rocker cover gasket replacement etc. Also acknowledgement of the 2 day service (for engine temp cooli...

I called PMW in Chelmsford and they quoted £795 for an Insp2 service. Erm.. this is the same as BMW main stealer quoted me which was Elms BMW in Stansted/Bishops Stortford.
When I told him this he did not budge on price... flawed business model perhaps???? ..I think so.

I am in the same boat, I am based near Stabnsted Airport and I need an Inspection 2 for my S50 ///M-Roadster. I have exactly the same concern you have oveer the valve clearances being done PROPERLY. I am happy to share info with you. One company I kn ow in Chelmsford is PMW. (BMW Specialist) I thonk...

Still hunting if anyone has one to sell....

Hi Phil,

I have sent you a PM...

Note: I am also seeking a quote for 2 car sets to be refurbished from WheelRefurbing. I will let you all know the price they come back with... Here details their process which seems to be convincing that they know their stuff. I have asked specifically about Shadow Chrome. http://www.wheelrefurbishi...

Thanks for the input, it is much appreciated. Personally, i want to keep it standard and I think the 'shadow chrome' (if done properly) is not such a simple process... This is reflected by the prices demanded for doing the shadow chrome refurb as long as it is done properly of course.(in my opinion)...

This 'rave' review of Rimstock made me think they really know how do do the Shadow Chrome finish properly... Maybe the price is a reflection of that? (Quality maybe worth paying for?????) http://www.m5board.com/vbulletin/e39-m5-e52-z8-discussion/154952-my-m5-oem-shadow-chrome-wheels-quest-refurbish-...

Hi Phil,

ok, cool.

I was quoted as follows:

Total price to you:-
Wheels £310.00
Tyrestrip £30.00
Carriage £40.00
VAT £76.00
Total cost to you £456.00

I think that you could knock off the carriage if local?

I will ask them what reduction (if any) they will do for 2 car sets.
Mark

Just seen how old your post was - that's embarassing!!!

Shadow Chrome tone varies but usually slightly darker than the earlier S50 model year, but looks slightly more chrome metalic. (Like melted metal alloy) Personally, I have a stock unmodified 1999 S50 and I am also restroing the wheels (getting quotes) -Maybe we can aim for a deal for 2 sets as thye ...

Hi, I have just brought a T-Reg M Roadster (Estoril Blue) from a genuiely lovely couple in Oxford. It was stored in a garage in the centre of Oxford under a car cover (bliss!!!) The car has done a seemingly genuine 25k miles from new and owned by the same family since 2000! Well documented full hist...

Lastly, whats the condition of the A-Surface trim including the sub speaker mesh etc... Thanks!

I would offer £150 for the lot assuming it includes all the trim and brackets etc to convert my car from the standard (storage box) to the HK centre console etc. At the end of the day, there will be a lot of conversion work to do,a nd extra bits are bound to be required! That's why I am reluctant to...

Please mail me with price if selling, thank you. Mark

Hi Rob, I was looking for an S54 version (2001-2002) but they are hard to come by. You mentioned living near London and I live just north of London on the M11 (next to Stansted airport). I have just sold my car so now in the market with cash waiting - is there a way to view the car in or around Lond...

Yes, budget another £250-300 ish for owning a S54 based on road tax reforms. Annoying if a weekend car...
Another Government stealth tax!

Gooseacre, Oh, no, I am never in the right place at the right time :head: When the time come to part with it, give me a call. I'm not in a massive rush (so patient to wait for a car) and maybe I can prise it away from you at some stage? :-) My email is memerson1978@gmail.com What sort of figure were...

Thanks everyone! Just got back from a work trip so see some great feedback. Gazza, Jay's car is heavily modified and i really wanted to staty away from that and keep a stock example. But thank you for the tip! Also, I prefer red, grey, estoril blue or black - not so keen on the yellow (Just personna...

Hello, I used to own a 1999 M-Roadster and I am getting nostalgic! I am looking for a S54 M-Roadsterv this time just to have somethig a little different from my old one. (Which was still awesome) I know they are rarer and therefore this is why i am posting my interest. I have carved out some space i...