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- Mon 03 Mar, 2014 13:49
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Should I?
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2696
Re: Should I?
I'd agree totally with Sam. It's clearly a more fragile machine than a regular BMW, but it is eminently usable and within its designers' parameters, surprisingly practical. The centre console does wobble if you lean on it, so don't lean on it. As for the rest, it's nice to be surrounded by hand-stit...
- Thu 23 Jan, 2014 19:20
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
Mine also has an Italian libretto di servizio, and service stamps from a BMW dealer near Modena. It also has EI's signature in the service book!
- Thu 23 Jan, 2014 19:19
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
Mine also has an Italian libretto do servizio, and service stamps from a BMW dealer near Modena. It also has EI's signature in myhe service book!
- Wed 15 Jan, 2014 15:39
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: 2014 Technical Day
- Replies: 44
- Views: 10047
Re: 2014 Technical Day
The only weekend I'm definitely not free to attend is Sat-Sun 22-23 March. (Thought I'd get that in early!)
- Mon 30 Dec, 2013 14:48
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Are UK Z1's undervalued ??
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1733
Re: Are UK Z1's undervalued ??
Hi Jet, and happy new year to you too. Now you're scaring me! OK the Z1 is impractical as a production car, compared to a Z3 or MX-5 but it's hugely impressive as a concept car. As such, it tells you what the development team was thinking in a way the others can't emulate. If some Americans apprecia...
- Mon 30 Dec, 2013 00:09
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Are UK Z1's undervalued ??
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1733
Re: Are UK Z1's undervalued ??
mobile.de has a high mileage one that looks good for 18990€ from a dealer and a low mileage private sale for 1000€ more. Isn't that roughly in line with UK values. I'm just surprised at how many hardly used examples are for sale. What a waste to own it but not to use it! What are the effects of the ...
- Tue 12 Nov, 2013 11:25
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: NEC Classic
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1575
NEC Classic
Anyone going to the NEC Classic Show on Friday?
- Sat 28 Sep, 2013 12:35
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Article
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2403
Re: Z1 Article
At least the article didn't scare off potential Z1 enthusiasts by warning about cracking panels and water leaks. Jamal could have written something much more engaging than this.
- Mon 02 Sep, 2013 10:28
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Pictures
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3679
Re: Z1 Tour Pictures
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set ... fffbcfe34a
Once again, you don't need a Facebook account to view these.
Many thanks for the planning and convivial company.
Chris
Once again, you don't need a Facebook account to view these.
Many thanks for the planning and convivial company.
Chris
- Fri 23 Aug, 2013 20:47
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
Andy,
You should now have a PM from me.
Best wishes,
Chris
You should now have a PM from me.
Best wishes,
Chris
- Mon 19 Aug, 2013 18:27
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Help - My car is cracking up!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 8619
Re: Help - My car is cracking up!
KC Autocolour don't seem too concerned by this. They noted that the rubber washer under the hex bolt nearest to the crack was much more compressed than the others. We loosened all the bolts by about half a turn to relieve the tension on the plastic panels on each side of the car. The provisional est...
- Mon 19 Aug, 2013 17:11
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
This looks good. I was going to meet up with you at Lotus, at 1.00pm, but since that would mean missing out on lunch, could you let me know which village the Fox pub is in, please? I'll catch up with you there...
- Fri 16 Aug, 2013 19:38
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Help - My car is cracking up!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 8619
Re: Help - My car is cracking up!
Today I have joined the cracked wing club. The crack is about 3 inches long so far. I'm taking it to a local repairer who did some work on Mrs Clarkson's Z1. I hope the crack doesn't spread further by then. At least I don't need to drive the Z1 over the weekend.
- Fri 16 Aug, 2013 19:38
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Help - My car is cracking up!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 8619
Re: Help - My car is cracking up!
Today I have joined the cracked wing club. The crack is about 3 inches long so far. I'm taking it to a local repairer who did some work on Mrs Clarkson's Z1. I hope the crack doesn't spread further by then. At least I don't need to drive the Z1 over the weekend.
- Thu 15 Aug, 2013 10:53
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Like buses...
- Replies: 1
- Views: 982
Re: Like buses...
But then, it's the anonymity of the Z1 that is one of its chief attractions. (Until you drive with the doors down).
- Sat 03 Aug, 2013 19:49
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Source for a new wing?
- Replies: 29
- Views: 7546
Re: Source for a new wing?
Is the taxi aggressor's insurer likely to pay for the more expensive, carbon wing? Since the OE alternative isn't available within a reasonable time, there would appear to be no alternative way for them to settle the claim promptly.
- Tue 30 Jul, 2013 18:37
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
This is my confirmation. See you at Enstone at the time you determine. Looking forward to meeting up.
- Tue 30 Jul, 2013 14:06
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
The car looks good. I look forward to seeing it. Mine is from 1991 so the wings haven't started to crack yet :roll: I've had it for 4 years and it's proved extremely reliable, except for the alarm/immobiliser which I've had replaced recently. I'm taking it to France at the end of the week, and my da...
- Tue 30 Jul, 2013 10:25
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
@Motorhead: Welcome, Richard, to the joys of the Z1. Did you perchance buy the Lancashire ex-Eddie Irvine car?
@Jet: What time are we expected at Lotus F1? Since I live quite close by, there's not much point in driving further away to meet up.
@Jet: What time are we expected at Lotus F1? Since I live quite close by, there's not much point in driving further away to meet up.
- Fri 05 Jul, 2013 07:19
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: LED side lights project
- Replies: 35
- Views: 7114
Re: LED side lights project
2-filament bulbs are 5/21w and I'm concerned about the heat that would be generated when 21w is being drawn whenever the sidelights are on. LED's draw much less current, so if I pinch the contacts, as you suggest, I won't risk damaging the lamp covers. There's also the little matter of the ease with...
- Fri 28 Jun, 2013 07:28
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: LED side lights project
- Replies: 35
- Views: 7114
Re: LED side lights project
Returning to this topic, and lacking the skills to make up an LED array, would this give a worthwhile upgrade to the brightness and whiteness of the sidelights? http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/380-Ultimate-Canbus-92-SMD-LED-Bulb.html is available in white. I know the Z1 doesn't need Canbus bulbs bu...
- Sat 22 Jun, 2013 09:51
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: 2014 Technical Day
- Replies: 44
- Views: 10047
Re: 2014 Technical Day
I'm interested in both door adjustment and interior care.
- Tue 18 Jun, 2013 10:41
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
Well noticed, Fred's Dad, though it's only one digit out, BT23 7PZ. My postcode has also been changed to accommodate more addresses in the area. Look on Google Streetview. This address seems to have been comprehensively redeveloped since the document was issued. I can't imagine Eddie lives there now...
- Mon 17 Jun, 2013 22:36
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
- Mon 17 Jun, 2013 22:35
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
- Thu 13 Jun, 2013 19:49
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
The vendor kindly responded with excerpts from the car's registration document.
- Wed 12 Jun, 2013 20:48
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
I've requested further details.
- Tue 28 May, 2013 23:04
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Big "Merci" to Frederic.
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2820
Re: Big "Merci" to Frederic.
So was it someone going down to the Pyrenees who passed me on the A26 near Arras on Friday? Urgruen, with hardtop Jxxx xxx I think...
(I was in a coach!)
(I was in a coach!)
- Wed 22 May, 2013 23:12
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: New member considering Z1 ownership
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1938
Re: New member considering Z1 ownership
The Z1 I bought was the third one I drove. One of the others had larger wheels that made it tramline quite badly. My car with standard 16 inch wheels feels much nicer, especially on badly maintained roads. It's quite surprisingly rigid for a 20 year old car without a roof - one positive effect of th...
- Wed 22 May, 2013 22:53
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Shock time
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2302
Re: Shock time
My last MoT had an advisory on rusting rear springs. Is that likely to be expensive and what are the options? The damping feels fine, by the way.
- Tue 21 May, 2013 22:26
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
Room booked.
- Thu 16 May, 2013 23:15
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Eddie's Z1
- Replies: 33
- Views: 7422
Re: Eddie's Z1
No. Not me. I've never been to Manchester.
- Tue 09 Apr, 2013 17:04
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
31/1 is good for me. Depending on the date of the factory visit which is very close to home, I may not stay at Ettington overnight. What might the rest of the program look like?
- Wed 03 Apr, 2013 22:51
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Help - My car is cracking up!
- Replies: 30
- Views: 8619
Re: Help - My car is cracking up!
Like Austin Montego bumpers that became more brittle in cold weather?Racing Tortoise wrote:Could it be linked to the very cold weather?
- Sun 31 Mar, 2013 12:40
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
How does that fit in for Andy Hallas and Lotus?TJS wrote:A weekend of Z1 driving including a visit to the Lotus factory would be ideal.
Weekend of 3-4th August ? combine with drive across the Cotswolds to the VSCC hillclimb event at Prescott ?
TJS
- Sat 23 Mar, 2013 23:54
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 Tour Anyone?
- Replies: 112
- Views: 25656
Re: Z1 Tour Anyone?
I'm certainly keen for a Lotus factory visit whenever it is.
- Sat 23 Mar, 2013 13:07
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Gaydon 17-18 August 2013
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3057
Re: Gaydon 17-18 August 2013
Another late reply. I'd like to join this but just for one day, probably Saturday.
- Tue 12 Mar, 2013 23:38
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 on front cover of BMWCC SS
- Replies: 30
- Views: 5669
Re: Z1 on front cover of BMWCC SS
Best thing in this edition of the magazine is Jet's photograph of his Z1. The more you look at it, the more subtle it becomes.
- Tue 01 Jan, 2013 20:06
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Seasons Greetings
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1636
Re: Seasons Greetings
...and a happy new year that's prosperous enough to keep the Z1s in the manner to which they want to become accustomed!
- Wed 07 Nov, 2012 23:49
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Winter Zzzz
- Replies: 27
- Views: 4291
Re: Winter Zzzz
The St Paul's one is rather wonderful. The parallel lines of the bus lights contrast with the reflections of the double yellow lines on the car and the depiction of the concave are of the bonnet is really clever.
- Sat 22 Sep, 2012 11:03
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z Tour in Pyrenees (France) - 25-26 May 2013 - NOW REGISTER
- Replies: 39
- Views: 20647
Re: Z Tour in Pyrenees (France) - 25-26 May 2013
Sorry to miss out on the Pyrenees, as I'll be in north-east France that weekend (sadly without the Z1. For those who haven't driven in France before, it's a joy, with well-surfaced roads and seldom much traffic. Further to Sam's comment about speed limits, there is usually no specific signed limit a...
- Sun 22 Jul, 2012 13:24
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Silverstone Classic
- Replies: 19
- Views: 5652
Re: Silverstone Classic
Great to meet up yesterday. A few more photographs Jon and I took are at http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set= ... 657&type=3.
Not all are Z1 or even BMW related.
Many thanks to the organisers for putting on a fine show with some decent weather.
Not all are Z1 or even BMW related.
Many thanks to the organisers for putting on a fine show with some decent weather.
- Sun 15 Jul, 2012 09:24
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 attendance at Silverstone Classic ZedFest 21st July
- Replies: 106
- Views: 24905
Re: Z1 attendance at Silverstone Classic ZedFest 21st July
Sorry if I'm repeating anything, but are there any plans to meet up before going in to Silverstone, notably on Saturday morning?
- Tue 03 Jul, 2012 20:39
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Switch Illumination
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1861
Re: Switch Illumination
I would agree with Felix about the fragile tabs. I've recently had a new alarm/immobiliser fitted and as the fitter removed the window switches from the panel, the tabs dropped off.Fortunately, I found them on the floor of the car and they seem just to be a push fit. One thing I noticed is that the ...
- Thu 17 May, 2012 21:38
- Forum: The Gallery
- Topic: Ready for summer
- Replies: 15
- Views: 3728
Re: Ready for summer
To experience the champagne lifestyle, try http://champagnepiersonwhitaker.com/, a very welcoming B&B in a champagne house, with encouragement to visit the cellars, where it's much easier to understand the full process than in the major players in Epernay. The owners, French husband, English wif...
- Thu 17 May, 2012 21:24
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: This looks reasonably priced
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2969
Re: This looks reasonably priced
The two photos don't look like the same car. The picture with the roof folded appears to have a British registration and light grey nubuck. With the hood erected, the front plate is yellow and could be Dutch but more importantly, the seats seem much darker. Not very important really, since the car's...
- Fri 24 Feb, 2012 22:35
- Forum: Check your diary
- Topic: BMWCCGB Zedfest, 20 – 22 July 2012, Silverstone Circuit
- Replies: 455
- Views: 179314
- Fri 17 Feb, 2012 14:04
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 attendance at Silverstone Classic ZedFest 21st July
- Replies: 106
- Views: 24905
- Fri 03 Feb, 2012 14:02
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Z1 attendance at Silverstone Classic ZedFest 21st July
- Replies: 106
- Views: 24905
- Tue 25 Oct, 2011 22:03
- Forum: Z1 roadster
- Topic: Help . No clutch.
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1344