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by Jonttt
Tue 10 Feb, 2015 21:05
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: What's a Z3M worth?
Replies: 32
Views: 6495

Re: What's a Z3M worth?

The blue one s having a laugh but was bought from a main agent with warranty so you can assume a few facts: - it's a good example for a main agent to put a used approved warranty on it - the current owner paid over the odds for it I can't believe however that he paid £40k as recent coupes sold throu...
by Jonttt
Mon 09 Feb, 2015 17:46
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: SIMOTA CAI SYSTEM
Replies: 7
Views: 2530

Re: SIMOTA CAI SYSTEM

The S52 is not an ///M (well it's badged as one in he usa market) The S54 won't take a Simota as the MAF is integrated into the OEM intake unit, you would need an alpha remap. Also the S50 needs a different part ideally for a snug fit (Renault Clio) and different hose fittings so the none ///M altho...
by Jonttt
Mon 09 Feb, 2015 17:40
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: I got bored - What do you think?
Replies: 15
Views: 2376

Re: I got bored - What do you think?

I don't like it, nothing to do with ///M branding as already said above BMW stick that everywhere on every model nowadays (except the boot :twisted: ), I just do t like it for cosmetic reasons. Makes it look like the doors have been re sprayed and the stripes missing.
by Jonttt
Tue 03 Feb, 2015 23:05
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: S54 Roadster on eBay - lowish miles
Replies: 32
Views: 8795

Re: S54 Roadster on eBay - lowish miles

You can't beat a thread resurrection..........but we need pics :wink:
by Jonttt
Thu 29 Jan, 2015 00:28
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3M V8 Conversion
Replies: 420
Views: 175171

Re: Z3M V8 Conversion

Lovin the new garage, I must keep up, did not realise you had moved but good to see larger garage was high on the list of requirements :wink:
by Jonttt
Mon 26 Jan, 2015 23:29
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Anyone see one of these around?
Replies: 14
Views: 3365

Re: Anyone see one of these around?

I drive past one most days in the BMW showroom liverpool City centre.

Saw my first one on the road last week in burnley, they do look ace, no car tax, mmmmmmmm
by Jonttt
Mon 26 Jan, 2015 23:25
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WTB - Z3 3.0i - Anyone fancy selling?
Replies: 37
Views: 8662

Re: WTB - Z3 3.0i - Anyone fancy selling?

Too much power for you Chris :lol: Ps welcome back, sort of :wink: As much as I love Z3M's I'm not sure I could ever own one, simply because all the rare parts I've acquired over the years are predominantly for non-M's. I'd have to start over, hunting down the prefacelift 3-pc aero deck spoiler, ha...
by Jonttt
Mon 26 Jan, 2015 18:29
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: WTB - Z3 3.0i - Anyone fancy selling?
Replies: 37
Views: 8662

Re: WTB - Z3 3.0i - Anyone fancy selling?

Too much power for you Chris :lol:

Ps welcome back, sort of :wink:
by Jonttt
Sun 18 Jan, 2015 14:31
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0
Replies: 31
Views: 5899

Re: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0

I wasn't planning on spending an awful lot, maybe £4K on a Z3 or £5K on a Z4. The Z3 should be Sept/Oct 1998 (i.e. so it's the face-lift model) and a Z4 should be 2004 onward. I don't care what millage they have done simply because I'd be adding a lot to them anyway. Don't mind what value they hold...
by Jonttt
Sun 18 Jan, 2015 00:14
Forum: Performance
Topic: Strut Brace questions
Replies: 20
Views: 8707

Re: Strut Brace questions

Del wrote:I would say the brace is the "icing on the cake" and best to get the cake sorted out first :)
Amen to that, so many people want to mod a car before getting the basics sorted
by Jonttt
Sun 18 Jan, 2015 00:10
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0
Replies: 31
Views: 5899

Re: Choice, Z3 3.0 or Z4 3.0

Have you ever driven a Z4, if not the question is irrelevant as only you can answer it by driving both cars. However, for what it's worth doing 30k pa I would go for the Z4. The Z3 is more fun but that is not its main purpose with that mileage, it's greater refinement you need which is what the Z4 w...
by Jonttt
Wed 14 Jan, 2015 19:36
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Z1 ... to i8, the first owner's story
Replies: 5
Views: 2391

Re: Z1 ... to i8, the first owner's story

Saw my first one on the road at lunchtime today near padiham burnley, looked great
by Jonttt
Sun 04 Jan, 2015 01:00
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof switch move
Replies: 25
Views: 6124

Re: Roof switch move

How when you are doing 70 mph or any speed could you "accidentally" unclip and push up the front of the hood and put your foot on the brake whilst pushing the button? I said "accidentally interfering with commercial aircraft", not "accidentally operating the roof". It ...
by Jonttt
Sat 03 Jan, 2015 00:27
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Vanos
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: S54 Vanos

gookah wrote:S54 owners tend to suffer more from 'Vanity' issues.......... :devil: :wink:
As the old saying goes, if you've got it, flaunt it :squeeze: :twisted:
by Jonttt
Sat 03 Jan, 2015 00:25
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Vanos
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: S54 Vanos

I may be getting mixed between S50 and S54 requiring the updated bolts (I've had both and am easily confused these days)
by Jonttt
Fri 02 Jan, 2015 12:27
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54 Vanos
Replies: 24
Views: 6720

Re: S54 Vanos

From memory the bolts on the S54 where a free recall fix so any S54 owner should check it's been done on the warranty history, any dealer can check for you as all warranty work is shared across the dealership network.

I'm not aware of any other S54 vanos issues :?:
by Jonttt
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 20:38
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Roof switch move
Replies: 25
Views: 6124

Re: Roof switch move

Take up yoga? The switch is behind you to deliberately make it awkward to operate the roof whilst driving. :roll: So if you PROMISE not to use the electric roof when you're going along.... :D A. You have to have your foot on the brake for them to work (although it's that long since I've driven mine...
by Jonttt
Mon 29 Dec, 2014 20:35
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: 3rd brake light and AC Schnitzer Z3
Replies: 2
Views: 995

Re: 3rd brake light and AC Schnitzer Z3

The only official ac Schnitzer cars where sold in South Africa, the parts where official options though. Most just have the wheels and sadly most of them nowadays are cheap Chinese copies :roll:
by Jonttt
Mon 22 Dec, 2014 18:37
Forum: Performance
Topic: 320 vs 340mm rid steering wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 2090

Re: 320 vs 340mm rid steering wheels

I hope your german is good as their English is not brilliant. Try carnewal, although Gert is a porsche specialist they are the same wheel and he will be able to source you the Z3 hub if needed. His English is good and he has a great rep in porsche circles. The other option is keep your eyes open on ...
by Jonttt
Mon 22 Dec, 2014 18:30
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ZM and 3.0 sport
Replies: 23
Views: 5396

Re: ZM and 3.0 sport

Re the 3 v ///M debate the best examples of the differences are actually on the road driving. I've done numerous fast road runs with well sorted 3 litres in the group. Driven hard they are quick but for example driven hard out of a 2nd gear roundabout the ///M has to be held back or it would drive t...
by Jonttt
Mon 22 Dec, 2014 18:24
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: ZM and 3.0 sport
Replies: 23
Views: 5396

Re: ZM and 3.0 sport

The 3.0i and the M are both touring cars, and neither can be considered as a sports car, both having dodgy handling. The 3.0i has more than sufficient performance for its roll in life, who needs the M.? I would suggest any one looking for a proper sports car having power to spare and perfect handli...
by Jonttt
Sat 20 Dec, 2014 19:53
Forum: Performance
Topic: 320 vs 340mm rid steering wheels
Replies: 4
Views: 2090

Re: 320 vs 340mm rid steering wheels

I run a 340mm on my Z3 and 360mm on my porsche........ The 320mm would be too small for the Z3 and obscure the dials IMHO, a 340mm is perfect IMHO. Don't fall into the trap of thinking it's only 10mm each side as that makes a massive difference in terms of turning effort and feel. Ps I fitted the la...
by Jonttt
Sat 20 Dec, 2014 00:01
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Oh dear maybe i should have checked
Replies: 7
Views: 2214

Re: Oh dear maybe i should have checked

I thought all facelift post 04/99 production cars had the revised connectors :dunce:

I must be starting to forget more than I know :head:

What date did the electrics change over :?:
by Jonttt
Fri 19 Dec, 2014 23:56
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Missing Airbag bulb in the instrument panel
Replies: 13
Views: 6241

Re: Missing Airbag bulb in the instrument panel

Hi, I fitted the slightly later steering wheel to my '97 2.8 about 4 months ago......... When you say later do you mean a post 04/99 two stage airbag wheel :? If so it won't work as designed as your car is the earlier single stage SRS system. That should not cause the light to come on however as th...
by Jonttt
Sun 14 Dec, 2014 23:02
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Steering wheel
Replies: 47
Views: 12705

Re: Steering wheel

There are four factors to consider with Z3 steering wheels which are:- - the thickness, it's generally accepted the OEM wheel is too thin and a thicker wheel feels much better - diameter, the OEM wheel is too large IMHO. A smaller diameter wheel makes the "driving" feel so much better, my ...
by Jonttt
Wed 10 Dec, 2014 22:51
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Was there ever a six speed box for the Z
Replies: 17
Views: 3611

Re: Was there ever a six speed box for the Z

Deano1712 wrote:Im surprised more people haven't done a 6-speed conversion. Pal if mine in Carlisle did it a few years ago. Easy job, just needs a driveshaft mod.
Lol I remember him proudly showing off his 6 speed knob :wink:
by Jonttt
Sun 05 Oct, 2014 21:17
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Charlotte
Replies: 61
Views: 14305

Re: Charlotte

That's great to hear Daz. I've got to get mine back on the road next spring, it's been sorned for 12 months now :head:

The raid is a great upgrade, really improves the driving feel just don't go smaller than 340mm ;-)
by Jonttt
Tue 23 Sep, 2014 21:28
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Matching Tyres on 1999 S50 M Roadster?
Replies: 3
Views: 1746

Re: Matching Tyres on 1999 S50 M Roadster?

I always try to keep the same tyres on all 4 corners but the original wheels on mine when I got it were mixed front to rear. They were fine. Nothing wrong in doing it but you are adding an extra dimension of complexity in mixing brands.
by Jonttt
Tue 23 Sep, 2014 19:33
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54's and shadow chrome wheels
Replies: 6
Views: 2322

Re: S54's and shadow chrome wheels

Shadow chrome v none shadow chrome...

Image


The problem is pics can be misleading.

I would speak to Chris at excel as suggested on your other thread, he has experience of doing them :wink:
by Jonttt
Mon 22 Sep, 2014 21:25
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Picked up the new S54, and a few photos
Replies: 13
Views: 4158

Re: Picked up the new S54, and a few photos

aceman wrote:Wow I am sure Jontt will be along shortly as you have one of only 3 imola red S54's in the country. :shock: :thumb:
4, they are rare enough without you getting rid of one :lol:
by Jonttt
Mon 22 Sep, 2014 21:24
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Picked up the new S54, and a few photos
Replies: 13
Views: 4158

Re: Picked up the new S54, and a few photos

Oooooh looks fantastic, you've captured the deep imola colour well in those pics :wink: Yep the stock exhaust has no character too it especially compared to an air cooled porsche with RSRs lol but I have eisenmanns race on mine which are loud, too loud for a daily but great on a hobby car. You will ...
by Jonttt
Sat 20 Sep, 2014 02:02
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Lotherton Hall Sept 28th
Replies: 142
Views: 36033

Re: Lotherton Hall Sept 28th

I'm afraid not it's been SORN for a year :-(
by Jonttt
Thu 18 Sep, 2014 21:29
Forum: Check your diary
Topic: Lotherton Hall Sept 28th
Replies: 142
Views: 36033

Re: Lotherton Hall Sept 28th

I'm hoping to go but it depends on both the weather and how the Ryder cup is going :roll:
by Jonttt
Thu 18 Sep, 2014 21:18
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Anyone know this S54 ?
Replies: 16
Views: 4487

Re: Anyone know this S54 ?

Wow, I can't believe it's come up for sale again so soon and found its way to the forum :shock: Welcome to an exclusive club within an exclusive club :D Ps don't worry about the wheel colour, it was common for shadow chrome to be refurbed in silver as shadow was hard to do, refurbers have got better...
by Jonttt
Tue 16 Sep, 2014 19:18
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: S54's and shadow chrome wheels
Replies: 6
Views: 2322

Re: S54's and shadow chrome wheels

They all had them from factory.
by Jonttt
Sun 14 Sep, 2014 18:09
Forum: Let's talk
Topic: Z3 Best engine choice.
Replies: 3
Views: 2838

Re: Z3 Best engine choice.

Best all round and sound = 2.2 ( in sport form if you can get one )
by Jonttt
Sat 13 Sep, 2014 16:18
Forum: Performance
Topic: which rims?
Replies: 5
Views: 2172

Re: which rims?

Make sure you know the offsets you want, those deep dish shown above won't fit :wink:
by Jonttt
Sun 24 Aug, 2014 19:31
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Spot welds popped...
Replies: 10
Views: 3171

Re: Spot welds popped...

Make sure you check the diff bracket carefully, it usually has a small split and can be hard to spot unless you check specifically.

Most are not a big job to sort out
by Jonttt
Fri 22 Aug, 2014 22:38
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Help Needed Please...
Replies: 10
Views: 2618

Re: Help Needed Please...

Abs is commonly a speed sensor, you need a diagnostic to identify which one or it will at least put you in the right direction :wink:
by Jonttt
Fri 22 Aug, 2014 15:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Desirable Options on Z3
Replies: 14
Views: 2615

Re: Desirable Options on Z3

Sport version ;-)

You can download a brochure and price list below which will help you ...

November 2001 Brochure

November 2001 Price List
by Jonttt
Tue 19 Aug, 2014 19:52
Forum: New to zroadster.net?
Topic: Yet another from West Lancs (Ormskirk)
Replies: 14
Views: 4673

Re: Yet another from West Lancs (Ormskirk)

Welcome, your not far from me.

Good luck with your search which is all part of the fun.

Ps the 2.2 are the best all round Z3s IMHO :wink:
by Jonttt
Fri 15 Aug, 2014 12:44
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Pheonix Z3m Roadster - Crosby, Liverpool
Replies: 0
Views: 883

Pheonix Z3m Roadster - Crosby, Liverpool

I passed this parked up at the side of the road yesturday.

Unfortunately I had a car full of people and got enough stick for looking back at it so could not turn around.

Looked lovely, anyone on here ?
by Jonttt
Wed 13 Aug, 2014 19:06
Forum: The Lounge
Topic: RENT-A-GARAGE!
Replies: 5
Views: 1715

Re: RENT-A-GARAGE!

These have been knocking about for years, I always wondered how they get public liability cover, the premiums must be high :shock: it does not matter how many disclaimers you get people to sign, in this day and age there is an overriding duty of care on the operator.
by Jonttt
Sun 10 Aug, 2014 10:54
Forum: M Roadster and M coupé
Topic: Z3M Roadster - New purchase!
Replies: 32
Views: 8175

Re: Z3M Roadster - New purchase!

It's got a gruppeM induction inlet which are basically the same as the Simota but a lot more expensive. I think they where c£800 new and still worth some good money second hand as pretty rare. The simotas are more common as they where c£300. It will give some induction noise but won't give any real ...
by Jonttt
Mon 04 Aug, 2014 18:33
Forum: Z3 roadster
Topic: Fans stink?!
Replies: 7
Views: 1238

Re: Fans stink?!

Try the washer jets. Common problem on cars used only in summer, the water can sit in there for years.

Worth running it all through and refilling with fresh water and windscreen wash in any case :wink:
by Jonttt
Wed 30 Jul, 2014 21:20
Forum: Stock exchange
Topic: Wanted Black Tonneau cover
Replies: 9
Views: 1735

Re: Wanted Black Tonneau cover

Hi, I have a spare I would sell. It's in good nick, happy to sell it for £80 including post to uk mainland.

Pm me if your interested :idea:
by Jonttt
Wed 30 Jul, 2014 21:17
Forum: Z4M roadster and Z4m coupé
Topic: wanted m roadster
Replies: 20
Views: 9964

Re: wanted m roadster

:lol:

Your assuming he would want to buy it :twisted:
by Jonttt
Mon 28 Jul, 2014 19:22
Forum: Z1 roadster
Topic: Silverstone Classic 2014
Replies: 29
Views: 7679

Re: Silverstone Classic 2014

Sad news indeed Birmingham local press........ A woman watched in horror as her race driver husband was killed in a crash at the Silverstone Classic on Sunday. Staffordshire businessman Denis Welch died when his 1960 Lotus 18 crashed during a race for pre-1966 Grand Prix cars at Silverstone in North...
by Jonttt
Tue 22 Jul, 2014 20:44
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lovely Z3M Coupe in Manchester
Replies: 7
Views: 2182

Re: Lovely Z3M Coupe in Manchester

Del wrote:It's probably got one of those rare S54 engines the Z3M owners keep raving about :D
Not all :twisted:
by Jonttt
Mon 21 Jul, 2014 19:54
Forum: Spotted!
Topic: Lovely Z3M Coupe in Manchester
Replies: 7
Views: 2182

Re: Lovely Z3M Coupe in Manchester

Yep pheonix yellow always looks much better n the flesh