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by *_they_*
Wed 19 May, 2010 10:39
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Dent free Z3
Replies: 16
Views: 3291

I have several dents in both my drivers and passengers doors, thanks to my delightful neighbours :head:
Does anyone have any recommendations for the Camberley area?
Thanks,
Chris
by *_they_*
Fri 21 Nov, 2008 13:19
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: What iPOD connection for 2003 Z4
Replies: 5
Views: 2149

Dension IPod - Z4 Nav Pro

Has anyone tried (successfully) to get an IPod Touch to display on the Nav Pro screen?
I was thinking of the Dension 500, but unsure of compatability.
What want is to control IPod via the Nav Pro screen, and play video?

Any thoughts welcome.
thanks,
Chris
by *_they_*
Tue 09 Sep, 2008 14:32
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New arrival...
Replies: 12
Views: 1236

Some more pics.
I just wish the rain would stop, need to unleash some of those ponies!
by *_they_*
Mon 08 Sep, 2008 14:43
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New arrival...
Replies: 12
Views: 1236

here is a picture of the ///M
by *_they_*
Fri 01 Aug, 2008 10:17
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New arrival...
Replies: 12
Views: 1236

I cannot think what company has a head office in Tutbury??
I will be sure to wave :devil:

I will keep en eye out for the September cruise, will definately try and make that :thumb:
by *_they_*
Thu 31 Jul, 2008 13:14
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: New arrival...
Replies: 12
Views: 1236

New arrival...

Hi, I have been off the board for a long time, just returned with a new P&J. Z4MC, Carbon Black, Imola red interior. Collect it tonight. This will be my first M, so should be filled with fun. I will post pics when I get some if anyone is interested. Looking forward to reading all the humurous de...
by *_they_*
Tue 26 Jun, 2007 15:26
Forum: Performance
Topic: Tyres - HANKOOK VENTUS
Replies: 4
Views: 992

BUMP

I need any input on these - about to buy....
by *_they_*
Tue 26 Jun, 2007 10:26
Forum: Performance
Topic: Tyres - HANKOOK VENTUS
Replies: 4
Views: 992

Tyres - HANKOOK VENTUS

Anyone tried them?
Comments please...

Was thinking of them for my 325 vert on 255/35/R18
by *_they_*
Thu 12 Apr, 2007 09:37
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Wind deflector
Replies: 10
Views: 1035

Jamie - drop me a PM, i have one for sale.
by *_they_*
Fri 30 Mar, 2007 11:04
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: scrap value
Replies: 23
Views: 1465

I had a similar level of repairs on my 325 cabrio - result 11.5K
by *_they_*
Thu 01 Feb, 2007 16:52
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Sports car hire in Germany/Europe
Replies: 3
Views: 691

Millau Bridge

I had a trip down to Montpellier last year via the Millau Viaduct - simply stunning.
The photos cannot do it justice.
The autoroute from Millau to montpellier is amazing - 100Km of pure adrenalin!
by *_they_*
Mon 16 Oct, 2006 16:07
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Chartwells, Derby
Replies: 3
Views: 790

Any feedback?

Does anyone have any feedback on Chartwells in Derby?
www.chartwells.net
any input welcome.
by *_they_*
Wed 11 Oct, 2006 10:35
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Chartwells, Derby
Replies: 3
Views: 790

Chartwells, Derby

Does anyone have any experience with Chartwells in Derby. :rtm:

My E46 325 vert is in for some serious supension reapirs (£9,600).

I had the unfortunate experience if not quite making it around a roundabout! :head: :head: :head: :head:

Any feedback on bodyshop welcome.
by *_they_*
Mon 05 Jun, 2006 13:09
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: My new baby....
Replies: 5
Views: 594

One more pikey picture for the collection. i am thnking about getting a Merc van to complete the pikey set! :lol:
by *_they_*
Mon 05 Jun, 2006 11:56
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: My new baby....
Replies: 5
Views: 594

hahaha - i should have thought twice before using that picture!
by *_they_*
Mon 05 Jun, 2006 11:19
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: My new baby....
Replies: 5
Views: 594

My new baby....

Thought i would add a pic of me new 325 vert alongside the Z3.
by *_they_*
Thu 27 Apr, 2006 08:39
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: HOW do you reset the service indicator on a 2001 Z3 1.9 ???
Replies: 18
Views: 9072

Glad to be of service :D
by *_they_*
Mon 24 Apr, 2006 12:28
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: HOW do you reset the service indicator on a 2001 Z3 1.9 ???
Replies: 18
Views: 9072

If you have a later model with the OBD II connector then you need to do the following; Hold down trip (mileage) button and turn key to accessory position one, hold down until service interval starts flashing (about 5 sec) Release and then depress shortly, it will then display STC END ??, press once ...
by *_they_*
Mon 24 Apr, 2006 10:07
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: F1 testing-Silverstone
Replies: 20
Views: 2913

I am going tomorrow - like you not sure where best place to stand.
by *_they_*
Wed 19 Apr, 2006 12:28
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: E 46 forum?
Replies: 5
Views: 577

E 46 forum?

Does anyone know of a good E46 forum?
The reason i ask is I am about to pick up my new wheels and wanted some extra info etc.

Just for interest, new car is:

325Ci Cabrio M Sport
Black/Black/Black
2003 - 27k miles
Will post some pics when i collect.

Still keeping the 2.8 Z though :P
by *_they_*
Mon 13 Mar, 2006 08:21
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Fuel light / Guage
Replies: 11
Views: 1204

Fuel Gauge

I have just had this sticking gauge problem on my 2.8. I have not refilled it yet. Did this problem go away on yours?
by *_they_*
Tue 21 Feb, 2006 14:44
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 1 series 130i or E46 M3
Replies: 9
Views: 1074

I have to say that the M3 is looking very tempting. I think it is going to come down to numbers at the end of the day (thats £££ not 0-60). My initial temptation os for the M3, having had a E46 325 for the best part of 3 years - it sure would be nice in M version. One general question, was there eve...
by *_they_*
Mon 20 Feb, 2006 16:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 1 series 130i or E46 M3
Replies: 9
Views: 1074

1 series 130i or E46 M3

I got a tough choice to make, help required!
by *_they_*
Mon 20 Feb, 2006 15:08
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 1-series 130i M sport
Replies: 7
Views: 713

thanks for your input. I am looking forward to having a drive of one.
by *_they_*
Mon 20 Feb, 2006 14:37
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 1-series 130i M sport
Replies: 7
Views: 713

1-series 130i M sport

I currently have an E46 325 as the daily (company) car and am about to change in June. One thought i have had is a 1 series, in particular the 130i. I have a test drive booked at my local dealers next month, but was wondering if anyone has driven one and what they think of them? The other option is ...
by *_they_*
Wed 02 Nov, 2005 13:22
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Switzerland - any info welcome
Replies: 14
Views: 1394

Thanks for the positive feedback guys.
I am definately looking forward to those roads!

I was over there in June... here is a couple of pics.
by *_they_*
Tue 01 Nov, 2005 10:19
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Switzerland - any info welcome
Replies: 14
Views: 1394

Switzerland - any info welcome

I am thinking about moving to Swtizerland (Fribourg). Got a few simple questions (some Z related others not). Z related: 1: How do you go about registering a UK car? 2: Do you need to change headlights or can they be adjusted? 3: When is the next Swiss cruise???? 4: Will Swiss dealers service RHD ca...
by *_they_*
Thu 13 Oct, 2005 10:53
Forum: Event/cruise aftermaths
Topic: BMW Show Donnington 23rd Oct..
Replies: 20
Views: 4458

Is the show open to the public or only BMW CC mebers only?
by *_they_*
Fri 07 Oct, 2005 11:58
Forum: Boyz Toyz
Topic: Ipod
Replies: 25
Views: 5224

i use a IPAQ for TomTom - would be interested if i could get this to feed into the standard head untit and use as MP3.
Any ideas?
by *_they_*
Mon 22 Aug, 2005 09:56
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What do you look like??? - Part 3......
Replies: 58
Views: 6136

CMF-56 baby....lol
JoeB - You should upgrade that old A340 to a A340-600 with lovely new Trent500 engines....

well here is me
by *_they_*
Sun 26 Jun, 2005 10:06
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: is any one from this board going to greenville for the BMW h
Replies: 4
Views: 631

When is the home coming this year?
I am in Greenville this week by chance.
by *_they_*
Fri 15 Apr, 2005 10:49
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: First Car?
Replies: 43
Views: 4094

My first car was a 1989 (F) E30 318i.
Still got it now, garaged and pampered when the weather is nice.
by *_they_*
Fri 21 Jan, 2005 10:55
Forum: The Beauty Parlour
Topic: Recommended valeter
Replies: 7
Views: 1764

Mojo,
What are do they operate in and how much £££ is a full Zymol tratment?
*_they_*
by *_they_*
Fri 21 Jan, 2005 10:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Oil service...
Replies: 5
Views: 834

Richard MC, To alleviate some of your concerns about 'promotive' - the person that owns this independent garage (O'Sullivan) used to hold the franchise for the dealers in Newport, 'LMT'. They lost their dealership about 5 years ago and it got moved to the new Rydale site in the docks area. The work ...
by *_they_*
Tue 09 Nov, 2004 09:05
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: 5th gear..........
Replies: 4
Views: 1181

I think i need to down size to a tent, or sell a kidney.

Was amazed how liberal they were in claiming some of the cars featured as British.
by *_they_*
Thu 07 Oct, 2004 15:14
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: How Many miles do people do in there Z1..Z3..Z4 and //M's
Replies: 41
Views: 6140

I only get to do about 50 miles a year in my Z :bawl: , the wife has done 5000 in the 2 months we have had it. :head: On average i normally do betwwen 20-30k a year in mine (currently 325i). I can sympathise with Roeland, I done a similar trip from, Lindau (South Germany) to South Wales in a non-sto...
by *_they_*
Tue 05 Oct, 2004 15:56
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Let's find out the preference for top down motoring then
Replies: 24
Views: 3709

Re: You've been there.

The economy of scale to get the perspex cut to a good quality was in units of 100 - this was OTT - therefore the only way would be to find some other method of cutting it - to a level of quality we were happy with and that was economic in time. Having not tried it yet, I was imagining a cut with a ...
by *_they_*
Tue 05 Oct, 2004 10:04
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: What do you look like??? - Part 2......
Replies: 35
Views: 4617

Well time to be brave - the resolution is just a little better than Robins
by *_they_*
Tue 05 Oct, 2004 09:59
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: dealers advise a complete rubber seal replacement?
Replies: 16
Views: 3404

Jam, mine was leaking in the same place (both sides) I adjusted the hooks to the tightest settings and this has stopped the leak. Be careful if you are going to tighten the hooks up that you dont drop the small allen screw that locks the hooks in place. I had to take my seat out as a result of dropp...
by *_they_*
Tue 05 Oct, 2004 09:52
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Car Cover vs Cap
Replies: 4
Views: 1315

I have to park my Z outside under some trees (until I finish building my garage!), so for the short term I use a 'cap' that just covers the roof/screen. This works OK, but it depends how often you use your Z. Mine is used daily, so I wanted something quick to put on / take off. The most advantage it...
by *_they_*
Thu 30 Sep, 2004 16:54
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Finally got some pics ....
Replies: 2
Views: 919

and here is the front :arrow:
by *_they_*
Thu 30 Sep, 2004 16:38
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Finally got some pics ....
Replies: 2
Views: 919

Finally got some pics ....

The colour just has been impossible to get right. :colourful:
But here it is anyway. :P
by *_they_*
Thu 30 Sep, 2004 11:23
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Seat Height Adjuster
Replies: 14
Views: 2414

Re: Seat Height

Winnie2111 wrote: Chris my partner has the same problem at the moment he is 6'2" and I'm 5'8" and the seat is set to high. His head is on the roof.

Su
You could just put the roof down :dunce:

Or do what wife does and never let me him it unless either it needs washing or petrol :colourful:
by *_they_*
Thu 16 Sep, 2004 11:06
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leaking Boot
Replies: 7
Views: 1738

Alfie,

Where did you get the chrome surround from? Sounds nice! How much?
Cheers,
They
by *_they_*
Thu 16 Sep, 2004 10:21
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Leaking Boot
Replies: 7
Views: 1738

Leaking Boot

After fixing my leaking roof, the demons have decided that they would now inflict a leak in my boot. :bawl: :head: It is coming in through the boot brake light cluster. Is this a common thing? Has anyone had this and if so is there a simple fix. I was just going to remove it and then replace it care...
by *_they_*
Mon 06 Sep, 2004 11:58
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Road Race
Replies: 14
Views: 2032

Maybe you have just become a victim of VASCAR - the photo may be in the post?
by *_they_*
Wed 25 Aug, 2004 13:30
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: 2.8v3.0v//M performance. Low //Mpower mystery solved. Prang!
Replies: 207
Views: 24000

I can't comment on the performance of the M/// as i have never had a drive of one. However I can vouch that the Z3 2.8 is a wolf in sheeps clothing. When I first picked mine up a few weeks ago, I was amazed with its mid range torque and just how well the engine 'breathes' top end. The car is an anim...
by *_they_*
Tue 24 Aug, 2004 11:26
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Z3 Roll bar
Replies: 31
Views: 4822

Huntsman,

Will they fit a 1997 2.8?

Can you post some pics of them please?
Thanks
*_they_*
by *_they_*
Fri 20 Aug, 2004 12:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Premium grade petrol & M//'s. Hardtops.
Replies: 42
Views: 5232

You should not have a pinking prob with 95RON at all. You will however suffer from poor response as the management system will not utilise the full ignition timing range. If you are getting pinking a simple way to check if you knock sensor is working is when the engine is idling, tap the block with ...
by *_they_*
Fri 20 Aug, 2004 11:40
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Premium grade petrol & M//'s. Hardtops.
Replies: 42
Views: 5232

The knock sensor is a piezo crystal that outputs a voltage relative to vibrations of certain frequecies/levels it detects in the engine. It is normally mounted in the block at the top of the engine. When pre-combustion (pinking) occurs, due to ignition timing being to far advanced, it detects the vi...