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Pat Slade
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Parts Availability

Post by Pat Slade »

Hi All,

Recently I have had increasing difficulty in obtaining not only BMW, but also pattern, parts which need replacing based purely on age.
In particular rubber suspension items.
A frustrating example. My Z1 has the original alloy rear end I have been replacing as many rubber components as possible. For over a year now BMW have had no availability of the stabiliser bushes (Part 33551135720). Even amongst the suppliers of so called OEM parts cannot produce the correct item.
Most of the parts people claiming to have the above numbered 14mm bush do NOT have it. The majority of diagrams (pinched from RealOEM) show in fact the later rear stabiliser which has a different part number!
The only option which is available appears to be the Powerflex item. I really do not want to use these on the old girl. It can only do harm to stiffen any suspension element on the Z1. Flex and shock to the chassis and bodywork must be undesirable.
Even some of my German connections have been unable to turn up a parts source.
This part is not unique to the Z1 it was also fitted to the 318i E36 and an early Z3, so you might imagine someone might produce a pattern part.
Anyone else had problems?

Pat
TJS
Joined: Mon 12 Sep, 2005 19:05
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Re: Parts Availability

Post by TJS »

I think we should be ok for rubber parts shared with other contemporary BMW models, especially the E30. Fingers crossed

I ordered two replacement rubber bump stops and plastic sleeves for the front dampers yesterday which are in stock in the UK. Not sure if it is an individual dealer decision but North Oxford BMW were happy for me to pay for the parts upon collection next week. The dealers at MK and Tring want cash up front and no refunds or parts return. Maybe I should check my credit reference !!

I also enquired about the supply of the rubber door belts, a pretty essential item for a Z1. They are now £192 each but no UK or German stock and no indication as when they will be available. Perhaps the time has come for Z1 specialists such as Potti's to source an alternative supply using modern materials.
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Stoertie
Joined: Fri 04 Jun, 2004 05:52
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Re: Parts Availability

Post by Stoertie »

Hello everyone,

I can only repeat it again and again, whenever you have problems getting vehicle-specific spare parts for the Z1 because they are not available, be sure to contact BMW Classic with the problem and send them an email describing the problem and also pointing out that the missing part is an operationally important part and that you cannot use the car without this part/s.

The more owners who complain, the sooner and faster the parts will (perhaps) be remanufactured.

You can reach BMW-Classic via this page: https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/gen ... ntact.html

Please use this channel regardless of whether you find suitable parts elsewhere or build them yourself or however you know how to help yourself.
The situation will only improve if we (the owners of classic cars) put pressure on the manufacturer directly

Regards
Michael



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TJS
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Re: Parts Availability

Post by TJS »

Thanks Michael,

I have fired off an email to BMW Group Classic regarding the door belts which are currently unavailable.

Unfortunately, despite two new hips, I am too old to climb in and out of the window with the door and top up ... even if Daisy Duke was sitting in the passenger seat !
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:D :D :D
Men of steel driving cars of plastic! :-D

Sorry, for my poor english... schooltime is already a few years ago, but I try to do my very best! :-D

If you like, please visit Z1-Nordlichter / Leather Care / Roadster-Fashion.de

I believe I can fly... *lalala* Image
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