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It all depends on condition.

My zed has now 130,000 miles but since I bought it, at 60,000 miles, 3 years ago, it's done mostly long commutes (average speed on the computer at 40mph substantiates that) and it's been serviced religiously, and it's as good as when I got it.

mattdedasc

I have the same problem but I am far too scared to take it to BMW for a check as they'll rape me to find the fault.

I might give this guide a go.

mattdedasc

I'm having the same problem. It worked fine until a few days ago, and then, nothing.

The light flickers on the remote when i click the buttons, but no sign from the car.

Is it a fuse or something?

mattdedasc

what about Powerflow? I was thinking of getting one on mine, they are pretty tasty?

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I'm surprised at the low MPG around there. I admit i do 90% motorway journeys at around 70mph, but even in the winter, with heater, lights, everything on I get never less than 300-310 miles per tank, or 34 mpg on the computer Mine is a 1998 1.9 DOHC 16v. In the summer I get up to 340-350 miles per t...

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I've been going sideways for the past few days. Always on deserted roads of course. On the main roads, extra distance, slow and eyes wide opens for the tailgating tdi brigade

mattdedasc

You and I have the same wheels. I love them (but mine need refurbishing)

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http://www.auto-bavaria.co.uk/

Newcastle - Auto Bavaria - Looks after my auld zed very well. George is very knowledgeable around beemers and has all the tools.

mattdedasc

Should be, I've never heard of a motor failing (although now that I've posted that someone will correct me! :roll: ) Just a thought - if you can't move the seat forward and back then you may struggle to get it out. Some tips here on how to contort yourself to try and get access: http://forums.bimme...

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nice one

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it also puts the TVR Cerbera in that top 50. Total rubbish

mattdedasc

I had the same problem. I faffed around before fixing it and, you won't believe me, now it's gone by itself after about 18 months of ownership.

I don't know what I did but now both locks go up/down with the remote.

mattdedasc

You've got to be kidding me!

I'd have the wheels though

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nice car mate

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94500 miles on my 1.9. Bought it on Oct 2007 with 68k on. It needs new rear coil springs (no big deal) and some cleaning. But no oil useage whatsoever, never misses a bit and I'm very happy with it.

mattdedasc

Honestly, did anyone notice any difference at all with the system on/off? I can't.

mattdedasc

For the leak I used vaseline. The car had been kept open for a long time in the showroom and the seals dried up. After that, no problem at all.

mattdedasc

I am stingy and tried something else before buying Gummi...

Vaseline. It works wonders. Seriously.

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thanks guys, could it be anything else apart from the fuses?

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I tried to check but I can't work out which fuses to look at

mattdedasc

Hi,

I thought that the 9005 type bulb blew on my driver's side, so I went to Halfrauds and bought a new one.

I replaced it and it still won't work.

Any thoughts?

Thanks

mattdedasc

I still need to fix the blown motor (that's what I think it is).

Does anyone know how much will I have to fork out to sort the forwards-backwards movement?

thanks

mattdedasc

I have the driver's seat forwards-backwards motor jammed, or broken. Basically, the seat won't move in that direction.

Luckily it is in my usual driving position, but I have a MOT next week.

Will it fail the MOT for that?

Thanks

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i think a combination of the dreaded credit crunch plus not much nice weather to get your hood down are keeping prices very low,im sure they will increase by next year as will house prices a friend recently sold his house for 100,000 less than the starting price :shock: :shock: this credit crunch i...

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I was thinking about doing the same thing. Selling my 1.9 and buying a S2 elise.

I am still not convinced though. no boot and no comfort...

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thanks

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I had a total breakdown with the brakes. Basically I need the driver's side caliper, disk and pads.

Do you know anyone who won't just rip me off for the job?

any help is greatly appreciated

Thanks

mattdedasc

Back again. Sorry experts, but I want to get this one right. 1 jack up car, secure 2 remove wheel 3 undo 16 mm bolts on hub 4 slide caliper and mount back, while suspending it with a cable 5 replace disc 6 push back piston to accommodate new disc (Do i just use a spanner and pry it out or should I r...

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It is fine to remove the whole caliper assembly by just undoing the two 16mm bolts on the hub, slide it back swap the discs and bolt the caliper/carrier back on. Just lever back the pads a bit first to ensure they're go back on over the new disc. that's what I thought, thanks I'll give a good look ...

mattdedasc

Try a kettle of boiling water, slowly poured over the wheel centre, then see if it comes off. IF not, wrap a cloth around the centre, and try the water treatment again. When it is off, clean the spigot in the centre of the hub flange and coat it with Copaslip. If you need new discs, I would think t...

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I tried to take a wheel off today to look at the disc before the parts arrive and after having removed all 8 nuts the wheel doesn't move. It won't come off. 8 nuts? Hopefully you mean 5... The "trick" to getting it off is force. If it's just a bit stuck, a few solid boots to tyre may loos...

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I tried to take a wheel off today to look at the disc before the parts arrive and after having removed all 8 nuts the wheel doesn't move. It won't come off.

Any advice?

mattdedasc

What equipment would I need?

A set of screwdrivers
A set of hexagonal keys

what else?

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fantastic.

I might as well change both.

Thanks

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I have this wobbling on the steering wheel due to the driver's side disc being completely warped. I already had new pads, overhauled the caliper, and new wheel bearing about 3 weeks ago, but the mechanic said the disc was still ok for him. Well, it isn't. Since I am sick of wasting money at a $teale...

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I will try with the "hammer" trick before ordering the new motor. someone told me that is a common fault that when you send the seat all the way back it jams there and needs to be freed. That would save me some money...

mattdedasc

this is what I need.

P/N 67318398810.

I'm thinking of replacing it myself

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Mike Fishwick wrote:Make sure that your brake pads are not sticking to their carrier, which will cause brake binding and increase fuel consumption a little.

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I have this very problem. That, and a wheel bearing to change.

it's getting expensive to run that Z

mattdedasc

Hi. Newcastle here. Z3 1.9 Silver

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I just had the same problem. Sitcky calipers... apparently it was the flexible tubes (worn out) and the pads. $tealer suggested to replace calipers too, but at 108£ each (fitted) I'll drive the z for a few days and see if there is an improvement with new tubes and pads. for what I can feel, the car ...

mattdedasc

I spoke to a local BMW specialist who advised me to try vaseline (yes, the one you buy from the chemist) before anything else.

It actually works. never a single drop of water in the car in 3 months. And before it was leaking seriously.

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nonamebrand wrote:could be brakes squeeling?

that's what I think happens to me. I thought it was the brakes, but I think I can hear it in neutral when the car is stationary. It really annoys me

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Sounds like the motor, there are 2 motors one for back/forward and one for up down. I've had to replace both recently, not as bad as you might think. The back forward one was £65 and the up down about £100 plus labour. A common fault I understand, you don't need to use a dealer I went to an autoele...

mattdedasc

I just had the same problem. some idiot at an airport park moved the seat all the way back and now it won't move forward. It does go up and down.

I really shudder to think that it could be the motor.

any suggestions?

mattdedasc

I have the same problem on my driver's side door. very sluggish to go up, sometimes it stops and goes back down again.

I booked it in at a dealer to get that and a couple of other things checked as I have a warranty.

Let's see how it goes

mattdedasc

I am in love with the wheels on mine. Major factor for me choosing this one over another similar Z

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It happens to me too between 1st and 2nd.

I think it's the way the gear stick is made, for left-hand drive.

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Oxford_gruen_II wrote:Lovely looking Zed.

thanks

mattdedasc

Man, this is my worst nightmare.

I decided to move to a flat with garage to avoid nervous breakdown.

I feel sorry for you and hope you catch those useless chavs.

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Justin Time wrote:ooooh nice one!

Any plans for small mods at all, or do you like her au naturelle?

I'm thinking about a few things.

on this site I found a lot of little gadgets that I want

http://www.motormec.co.uk/z3acc.html

Some of those chrome things are really nice.

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