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by Daneborough
Sat 21 Apr, 2007 09:32
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Shell V-Power pricing.
Replies: 6
Views: 609

Ranges between $1.30 to $1.40 per litre where I am (52-56p per litre) and I thought that was expensive!
by Daneborough
Sat 14 Oct, 2006 07:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How many miles per tank
Replies: 56
Views: 6556

Around 700km (highway)
by Daneborough
Fri 06 Oct, 2006 07:38
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: Z4 M recall - control line
Replies: 8
Views: 3624

Re: Z4 M recall - control line

Had a text message from the dealer I bought my Z4 M from this morning so rang them back to find out there is a recall on the car. Apparently the wiring harness that holds the control line (wiring to the fuel pump) can be become pinched when the battery is fitted. They have asked to have the car for...
by Daneborough
Thu 05 Oct, 2006 11:12
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Any Z1's in Australia
Replies: 8
Views: 1849

Left hand drive can be legally registered in my State (Queensland) subject to the age of the vehicle - I'm sure this also applies in other parts of Australia.
by Daneborough
Thu 05 Oct, 2006 11:06
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: Z4 M recall - control line
Replies: 8
Views: 3624

Re: Z4 M recall - control line

Had a text message from the dealer I bought my Z4 M from this morning so rang them back to find out there is a recall on the car. Apparently the wiring harness that holds the control line (wiring to the fuel pump) can be become pinched when the battery is fitted. They have asked to have the car for...
by Daneborough
Tue 29 Aug, 2006 08:17
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Highest Mileage 2.8
Replies: 7
Views: 1087

Bought mine new 9/99 and was my daily drive until I bought my Z4 12/03 - the Z3 2.8 now has 140,000+ km and drives like new (still has original clutch, etc. - only parts replaced to date have been disc pads at 95,000) - most of the kms (130,000) were accumulated during the pre-Z4 period and has been...
by Daneborough
Wed 28 Jun, 2006 13:15
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Face lift model??
Replies: 11
Views: 2209

St_G wrote:I had always heard that those changes occurred with the 2000 model...or is that what you mean by "late '99?," as in late in the 1999 calendar year, not the 1999 model year?
My 2.8 (face lift) has a build date of June 99 - definitely pre-2000.
by Daneborough
Sun 25 Jun, 2006 11:45
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Rear window cleaning
Replies: 33
Views: 6816

Oxford_gruen_II wrote:Thanks for the info Daneborough
Happy to assist.
by Daneborough
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 22:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dash Repair Assistance?
Replies: 0
Views: 406

Dash Repair Assistance?

Although my Z3 has been regularly garaged, the usual UV protectants used, etc., the vinyl trim on the dash is starting to lift away in a couple of places (passenger airbag cover and behind instrument cluster) - most likely the result of living in a hot and humid tropical climate. I could pay a deale...
by Daneborough
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 22:08
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Rear window cleaning
Replies: 33
Views: 6816

Oxford_gruen_II wrote:What's your experience been of its longevity?
I've used the BMW product twice a year for the past 8 years (current and previous Z3s) with no problems at all with finish being maintained 6 months at a time.
by Daneborough
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 22:01
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Damn cat
Replies: 33
Views: 4762

Mine used to do the same - sprinkled some hot chilli powder on the roof one night and the cat never got up there again (undoubtedly not a taste it appreciated when washing itself after the event!) - hosed off the chilli powder next morning and no sign of any stain.
by Daneborough
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 21:53
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: jealousy=vandalism
Replies: 18
Views: 1834

I sympathise - earlier in my Z3's life the rear window was slashed and replaced twice and the roof once - unfortunately there are lowlifes out there that can't help defacing the property of others, most probably driven by jealousy.
by Daneborough
Sat 24 Jun, 2006 04:08
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: is it possible to buy?
Replies: 4
Views: 797

My first Z3 (98 1.9) roof was unlined but my 99 2.8 is lined - same roof so you should be able to buy the liner - either from a dealer or maybe fabricated by an auto trimmer?
by Daneborough
Tue 20 Jun, 2006 09:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Big lad requires accomodation info
Replies: 17
Views: 1637

6'2" and no problems at all
by Daneborough
Thu 15 Jun, 2006 10:25
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Service intervals?
Replies: 12
Views: 989

My 2.8 (now 140,000+ km) has averaged 27,000 km between services, but oil is also changed mid-way through.
by Daneborough
Sun 11 Jun, 2006 08:24
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Personal Number plates
Replies: 35
Views: 4621

Coming in a little late on this, but thought I'd add some useless information from the Australian end - through our BMW Club we've arranged personalised plates carrying the name of the Club and Logo that are available in 3-alpha 2-numeric combinations I have RLP 40 on my Z3 (had that number for 20+ ...
by Daneborough
Fri 09 Jun, 2006 22:28
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: How hot does it have to be to go topless?
Replies: 27
Views: 2353

Any temperature as long as it's not raining!
by Daneborough
Fri 09 Jun, 2006 12:36
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tilting steering Wheel??
Replies: 36
Views: 3033

Looks OK to me - I've been driving a new 320 loaner for the past couple of days while new clutch is fitted to my Z4 and it has a similar Nav system fitted.
by Daneborough
Fri 09 Jun, 2006 11:11
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tilting steering Wheel??
Replies: 36
Views: 3033

Re: Oriental?

Most normal people would not really need an adjustable wheel in a Zed, making me wonder if your car was originally destined for the Japanese market, where they too drive on the left, but are generally a good bit shorter than Brits - particularly those who were raised on regular outings to Mcdonalds...
by Daneborough
Fri 09 Jun, 2006 10:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tilting steering Wheel??
Replies: 36
Views: 3033

Daneborough, are you in Scarborough, Perth? I'm not far from you in Northbridge. I'll take some photos to prove you're not a liar. :D No, Scarborough Queensland (just north of Brisbane) - I'm currently doing contract work out of Mackay (North Queensland) and my Z3 is here with me - at this very mom...
by Daneborough
Wed 07 Jun, 2006 09:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tilting steering Wheel??
Replies: 36
Views: 3033

My 99 2.8 came standard with passenger airbags (front/dash and side/door) and also has a height-adjustable steering wheel. We need proof. Take a photo and post it here to settle this. I don't take kindly to being called a liar! Doubt me if you will, but I have the evidence parked in my garage. Mayb...
by Daneborough
Tue 06 Jun, 2006 12:22
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tilting steering Wheel??
Replies: 36
Views: 3033

My 99 2.8 came standard with passenger airbags (front/dash and side/door) and also has a height-adjustable steering wheel.
by Daneborough
Sat 03 Jun, 2006 23:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: BMW Warranty
Replies: 8
Views: 1241

Don't know about the U.K., but in Australia it's law that servicing does not have to be undertaken by a dealer, and if undertaken by a third party it won't affect the warranty - unless of course the work done is a warranty claim that must be done by a dealer.
by Daneborough
Sat 03 Jun, 2006 09:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bad tyre wear on rear.
Replies: 23
Views: 1910

I mean, if we were to calculate the increased wear to inside edge of the tyre compared the effective lifespan and cost of the tyre itself. How much would we be talking about. I don't know but it's food for thought. I suppose It depends how many miles you do per year. Absolutely right, it is a can o...
by Daneborough
Fri 02 Jun, 2006 11:54
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Bad tyre wear on rear.
Replies: 23
Views: 1910

My first set of rears lasted around 50,000 km - after that I've had them "rotated" every 20-25,000 km (remove tyre each side from rim and swap to opposite side rim) - second set lasted 70,000 km, and now on third set at 140,000 km with less than 50% wear - rotating has worked for me.
by Daneborough
Tue 23 May, 2006 10:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Suspension Rattle
Replies: 16
Views: 2443

Try the rear exhaust bracket - mine has broken twice - took ages to find it the first time, but second time knew exactly where to look! - dealer told me it's apparently a common problem!
by Daneborough
Sat 06 May, 2006 06:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Conditioning roof seals
Replies: 18
Views: 1607

Benoz wrote:In my part of the world the stealer had never heard of our friend Gummi. Another chap told me they don't stock it anymore.
Benoz - Coming in a little late on this, but tell your dealer to get his act together, bought some at mine two weeks ago - still on BMW Aust product list!
by Daneborough
Fri 28 Apr, 2006 09:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 3.0 oil consumption
Replies: 31
Views: 8897

Neither my Z3 2.8 (140,000 km) nor Z4 3.0 (50,000 km) have ever used a single drop (other than oil changes).
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 08:53
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Dashboard Removal?
Replies: 0
Views: 354

Dashboard Removal?

Unfortunately, after six and a half years of driving (and regularly parking) in the hot tropical sun, some of the dash lining fabric has started to separate and lift. I need to remove the passenger side airbag pod cover and the instrument cluster pod to repair. Has anyone ever done this? Would appre...
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 08:48
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tachometer Fault Question?
Replies: 2
Views: 531

Tachometer Fault Question?

Has anybody experienced the tacho needle not registering correctly? The needle will "flip" upward on initial acceleration from a standing start then simply falls back to zero. All other instruments in the cluster are doing what they were designed to do with no fault. I suspect a loose or f...
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 08:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Insurance Time
Replies: 52
Views: 14398

Why don't you all move to Australia? In addition to all of the other benefits of a life down under, full comprehensive insurance on my 2.8 is around AU$500.00 (roughly 200 Pounds). I could reduce that by half if I declared it for what it is as a second car and limited travel to 15,000 km per year.
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 08:13
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3bra
Replies: 18
Views: 2261

Seems a pretty mixed reaction. some don't like it. others, well... i'm glad my home address isn't public knowledge as a lynching tends to offend :wink: I shall direct my creative urges elsewhere. Torniquet - I'm coming in a little late on this, but don't lose your creative urges! I agree with some ...
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 07:47
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Whats the average life of your front discs ??
Replies: 9
Views: 1345

Changed my disc pads at around 90,000+ km only because I thought I should! Wear was very minimal when the pads were removed but replaced them anyway - probably a result of using the gearbox in preference to the brake pedal. Some say that brake pads are cheaper than clutches, but the original clutch ...
by Daneborough
Sat 08 Apr, 2006 07:27
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Clear Windblocker
Replies: 27
Views: 1817

I have the mesh blocker (original BMW) on my Z3 and clear blocker (RoadsterSolutions) on my Z4 - like the "look" of the clear blocker better and visibility is improved - neither of them stop wind intrusion entirely
by Daneborough
Wed 01 Dec, 2004 05:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: OBDII connector?!
Replies: 12
Views: 1636

In my 99 2.8 the connector is behind a flap in the cowling under the dash to the right of the steering wheel column (RHD)
by Daneborough
Wed 01 Dec, 2004 05:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Am I asking too much................
Replies: 11
Views: 2054

There are good ones and bad ones - my first Z3 (98 1.9) had diff problems that just couldn't be repaired (to my satisfaction at least) and that car to me was an absolute "lemon" - my dealer and BMW got me out of it and into a 99 2.8 (that I still have) that I've had no problems with at all...
by Daneborough
Wed 01 Dec, 2004 04:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: steering wheel adjustable ?!
Replies: 24
Views: 3044

My 99 2.8 (purchased October) has the wider rear guards (and tyres) - my previous 98 model (purchased September) didn't - so the model upgrade was somewhere between the two - my 2.8 steering wheel also has the "M" badge on it (as per TonyCal's photo in 27 November post) with airbag (also s...
by Daneborough
Wed 01 Dec, 2004 04:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 2.8 Z3; fitted with LSD?
Replies: 19
Views: 11530

I have the original factory spec sheet for my Z3 2.8 and it definitely has LSD - don't know whether "standard" or an "option" - that's just the way it came to me
by Daneborough
Wed 01 Dec, 2004 04:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: whats go bad after 5 years & 120.000 km ?
Replies: 3
Views: 913

Took delivery of mine new on 1 October 99 (2.8 manual) - travelled 118,000 km - serviced three times as per indicator (although the engine oil is changed more frequently) - put a couple sets of new tyres on it - changed the brake pads at around 95,000 km - other than that it has been OK with no sign...
by Daneborough
Wed 27 Oct, 2004 07:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Power Hood Conversion (Help Please)
Replies: 9
Views: 1712

After disengaging the levers push the front panel up a few inches then push the button.
by Daneborough
Wed 27 Oct, 2004 07:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: About to buy 2.8 Z3
Replies: 12
Views: 2220

I've had my 2.8 for five years and 26 days, travelled 118,000 km, looked after it, driven it the way it was designed to be enjoyed, and the only "problem" I've had was rear shock mounts during the first year. I bought my Z4 about three months ago and the Z3's still here - can't bear to sel...
by Daneborough
Thu 16 Sep, 2004 01:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Tyre Comparisons
Replies: 3
Views: 1687

Ratings are OK but doesn't it all come down to how the car is driven, the roads it's driven on, etc.? I've had Michelin Pilot Sports on my Z3 since new, and they have averaged 55,000+ km on the rear and up to 70,000 km on the front. I also do limited track work on these tyres and have no complaints ...
by Daneborough
Thu 09 Sep, 2004 05:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: dealers & courtesy cars
Replies: 19
Views: 2384

My dealer must be the exception - always a courtesy car (they'll also pick up my car from the airport if I'm travelling and have it back for my return) - they also try to match the courtesy car to your own (same model if available) - they do want a "loaner agreement" signed and the only co...
by Daneborough
Wed 08 Sep, 2004 03:42
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: SMG and Redline
Replies: 24
Views: 8525

I'll swear by mine! If any of you guys ever move to the great Down Under land, Brisbane BMW is the way to go. Only had one problem with the Z4 - rain sensor wipers stopped working so a new windscreen was fitted with no questions asked. No problems at all in 5 years with my Z3, but my prior Z3 was a ...
by Daneborough
Wed 08 Sep, 2004 03:26
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Orange lights above my head...
Replies: 3
Views: 3173

Purely for illumination of the dash and console area - no surrounding night illumination of the A/C controls for example as in the Z3.
by Daneborough
Wed 08 Sep, 2004 03:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What colour is this? (Apart from nice!)
Replies: 11
Views: 2486

Looks like mine - Sienna Red. Mine has beige interior and I had the interior aluminium trim replaced with woodgrain pre-delivery. My dealer tells me there are only two like it in Australia (in 2.8) - I think it looks great and I love it!
by Daneborough
Fri 27 Aug, 2004 05:20
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Mini Question
Replies: 28
Views: 5351

Probably a little late with this, but re the original question the knob is most probably instrument illumination - if it had cruise control the buttons would be on the steering wheel. Regarding other comments, can't say re the One as we don't have it here, only the Cooper, Cooper S, and Works. We op...
by Daneborough
Fri 27 Aug, 2004 05:10
Forum: Z4 roadster and Z4 Coupe
Topic: Concerns about 3rd party Wind Deflectors
Replies: 10
Views: 5449

I have the BMW mesh blocker on my Z3 but opted for Roadstersolutions clear alternative on my Z4. Took about 10 minutes to fit all three sections, looks good, and haven't experienced any problems at speed.
by Daneborough
Fri 13 Aug, 2004 03:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Couple of points from a newbie
Replies: 6
Views: 2443

Dave, Bought my Z3 2.8 new in Sept '99 with Michelin Pilots on it - the first set lasted around 55,000 km (front and rear) - I replaced them with Michelin Pilot Sports and got about the same distance from the rears before replacing them again with the same tyres - the second front set has now travel...
by Daneborough
Fri 13 Aug, 2004 03:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Do you use the tonneau/boot cover?
Replies: 19
Views: 4319

Another one in agreement. I don't particularly like the "inconvenience" of storing the cover, but it looks good when in place, protects the roof as it's designed to do, and is simple and quick to install/remove - I also only use the two outside fixings and have never had a problem with that.

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