02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
After four years of ownership and hitting her 10th birthday its time for me to give my beloved Zed some badly needed attention.
Shes needs:
1 New wheels (arriving tomorrow)
2 Interior roof frame painted (paint flaking)
3 New carpets (in the post)
4 Drivers seat touched up with liquid leather
5 New BMW Sport aerial fitted
6 Steering wheel retrimmed (stitching starting to go and a few scratches from the other halfs diamonds!!! (found a German company on ebay that do a leather/alacantra with M stitching for £135 exchange)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-M3-M-P ... 3cc1386cb7
7 New illuminated gear knob (existing one tatty)
8 A few minor dents removed
9 Hood cleaned and reproofed (just enough Renovo left to do the job)
10 Find some white bulbs for the headlights to better match LED - did I see someone here with a conversion kit fitted for £50 or so?
11 Lower her
12 Give her a good lather up and rub down - bought an AutoGlym clay package to try out
As she is now:
LED side lights arrived today
BMW Sport aerial (£22)
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More pics to follow in the next few days with her new boots on - 18" LM replicas from Mark at BMAutosport
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Shes needs:
1 New wheels (arriving tomorrow)
2 Interior roof frame painted (paint flaking)
3 New carpets (in the post)
4 Drivers seat touched up with liquid leather
5 New BMW Sport aerial fitted
6 Steering wheel retrimmed (stitching starting to go and a few scratches from the other halfs diamonds!!! (found a German company on ebay that do a leather/alacantra with M stitching for £135 exchange)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z3-M3-M-P ... 3cc1386cb7
7 New illuminated gear knob (existing one tatty)
8 A few minor dents removed
9 Hood cleaned and reproofed (just enough Renovo left to do the job)
10 Find some white bulbs for the headlights to better match LED - did I see someone here with a conversion kit fitted for £50 or so?
11 Lower her
12 Give her a good lather up and rub down - bought an AutoGlym clay package to try out
As she is now:
LED side lights arrived today
BMW Sport aerial (£22)
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More pics to follow in the next few days with her new boots on - 18" LM replicas from Mark at BMAutosport
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2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Great color combo, the sidelights look good, usually photos make them seem dull?
PS got the same aerial, great mod but useless at picking up reception! Lucky the radio is barely used!
PS got the same aerial, great mod but useless at picking up reception! Lucky the radio is barely used!
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
You can get a xenon HID kit like this which will match up with the sidelights and really improve your vision at night. A lot of people will advise against fitting aftermarket xenon HID's and reckon they won't pass the new MOT rules but so far no one has had any problems and the garage where I take mine for MOT says they will pass with them on. Make sure they are aligned correctly and you won't dazzle oncoming traffic, but if you do the swap without removing the headlamps they should be correctly aligned anyway.ShinyDave wrote:10 Find some white bulbs for the headlights to better match LED - did I see someone here with a conversion kit fitted for £50 or so?
Can't wait to see them, great choice of wheels Did you go for a staggered set up?ShinyDave wrote:More pics to follow in the next few days with her new boots on - 18" LM replicas from Mark at BMAutosport
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Is that a fairly easy fit? Looks tempting as I like the shape of the original lens but want a white headlight (not blue or yellow).g8jka wrote:You can get a xenon HID kit like this which will match up with the sidelights and really improve your vision at night. A lot of people will advise against fitting aftermarket xenon HID's and reckon they won't pass the new MOT rules but so far no one has had any problems and the garage where I take mine for MOT says they will pass with them on. Make sure they are aligned correctly and you won't dazzle oncoming traffic, but if you do the swap without removing the headlamps they should be correctly aligned anyway.ShinyDave wrote:10 Find some white bulbs for the headlights to better match LED - did I see someone here with a conversion kit fitted for £50 or so?
Wheels arrived and looking very nice - went for 8.5 225 up front and 9.5 255 out back - looking forward to getting them on tomorrowg8jka wrote:Can't wait to see them, great choice of wheels Did you go for a staggered set up?
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Good choice of wheels im looking to get a set myselfShinyDave wrote:Is that a fairly easy fit? Looks tempting as I like the shape of the original lens but want a white headlight (not blue or yellow).g8jka wrote:You can get a xenon HID kit like this which will match up with the sidelights and really improve your vision at night. A lot of people will advise against fitting aftermarket xenon HID's and reckon they won't pass the new MOT rules but so far no one has had any problems and the garage where I take mine for MOT says they will pass with them on. Make sure they are aligned correctly and you won't dazzle oncoming traffic, but if you do the swap without removing the headlamps they should be correctly aligned anyway.ShinyDave wrote:10 Find some white bulbs for the headlights to better match LED - did I see someone here with a conversion kit fitted for £50 or so?
Wheels arrived and looking very nice - went for 8.5 225 up front and 9.5 255 out back - looking forward to getting them on tomorrowg8jka wrote:Can't wait to see them, great choice of wheels Did you go for a staggered set up?
I see you went for the wider staggered setup, Are these a direct fit on the Z3? Mark mentions on his site that the wider set will require some arch rolling.
be great to know how you got along with these
thanks
Amz
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Yes they have a ballast with wires coming out to the bulb and the other wires plug into the original loom, then you just put the bulbs into the original holes. Pretty simple and straight forward and if you get a 4300k kit I think they are pure white. Mine are 6000k and have a hint of blue.ShinyDave wrote:Is that a fairly easy fit? Looks tempting as I like the shape of the original lens but want a white headlight (not blue or yellow).
They are wider than mine by half and inch but the tyres are the same size. What are the offsets? They should look great on your carShinyDave wrote:Wheels arrived and looking very nice - went for 8.5 225 up front and 9.5 255 out back - looking forward to getting them on tomorrow
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Wheels fitted and Im very pleased - perhaps the rear could do with a slightly wider tyre to make the rim less proud but overall im very happy.Amz wrote:Good choice of wheels im looking to get a set myself
I see you went for the wider staggered setup, Are these a direct fit on the Z3? Mark mentions on his site that the wider set will require some arch rolling.
be great to know how you got along with these
thanks
Amz
LM replicas from Mark at BM Autosport
Front - 18"x8.5" et38 225/40
Rear - 18"x9.5" et43 255/35
No arch rolling required
Before
After
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Think its worth a go for the price - Why are they frowned upon? Am I going to be blinding people?g8jka wrote:Yes they have a ballast with wires coming out to the bulb and the other wires plug into the original loom, then you just put the bulbs into the original holes. Pretty simple and straight forward and if you get a 4300k kit I think they are pure white. Mine are 6000k and have a hint of blue.
Prob go for 4300k for an OEM look. Hope they will blend with the LED sidelights.
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Nice new wheels!!
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Range Rover 4.6 V8 HSE 03/2000, Webasto preheater and CTEK MXS 7000 batterycharger
Citroën Xsara 2.0 110 Hdi Prestige hatchback with VTS alloys, Musketier rear spoiler and Webasto preheater
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Stubby aerial is going back to the dealers - reception was very poor. Decided I like the original one - especially when its bending over at ....aahhhemm..... speed
Rover single CD player (with an ///M wheel sticker covering the Rover logo) fitted today to replace the BMW cassette player - cost me £70 inc sticker. Planning to remove the CD changer to give me more boot space then maybe a DICE if I get bored swapping CDs.
New gear gaitor fitted (handbrake to be done this weekend).
Pics to follow.
Rover single CD player (with an ///M wheel sticker covering the Rover logo) fitted today to replace the BMW cassette player - cost me £70 inc sticker. Planning to remove the CD changer to give me more boot space then maybe a DICE if I get bored swapping CDs.
New gear gaitor fitted (handbrake to be done this weekend).
Pics to follow.
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
I bought a stubby aerial off Ebay and it can only pick up a signal on my drive...as soon as I'm moving it turns to hiss.
I love those wheels you've put on, could be tempted myself once I've sorted all the other bits 'n' pieces out on mine. Just replaced the exhaust camshaft sensor on my 3.0 and now it finally goes like I thought a 3.0 litre should, no dash lights to warn of the issue either, so it was bought like this. Code readers/INPA software well worthwhile Z3 upgrade IMHO.
Have you got the new steering wheel yet as I fancy a thicker rim than the M style one on mine? Be interested in some pictures if you have got it.
I love those wheels you've put on, could be tempted myself once I've sorted all the other bits 'n' pieces out on mine. Just replaced the exhaust camshaft sensor on my 3.0 and now it finally goes like I thought a 3.0 litre should, no dash lights to warn of the issue either, so it was bought like this. Code readers/INPA software well worthwhile Z3 upgrade IMHO.
Have you got the new steering wheel yet as I fancy a thicker rim than the M style one on mine? Be interested in some pictures if you have got it.
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Gave the alloys a good clean and AutoGlym EGP polish.
Rover CD player fitted no problem - very happy with it. Glad to see my cassette player go !!!!!!!!!!
New gear and handbrake gaitor fitted - need to glue them to the plastic frame for a longer lasting fit.
Havent got round to the steering wheel refurb yet - think a brushed aluminium engraved \\\M Storm gear knob will come first
Wheel im going for:
From these guys: http://stores.ebay.co.uk/LEDERRAEDERoEU ... 4340.l2563
Gave the exhaust tips a polish but I think they are going to need replaced as they didnt come up too good - anyone know where to get them?
Rover CD player fitted no problem - very happy with it. Glad to see my cassette player go !!!!!!!!!!
New gear and handbrake gaitor fitted - need to glue them to the plastic frame for a longer lasting fit.
Havent got round to the steering wheel refurb yet - think a brushed aluminium engraved \\\M Storm gear knob will come first
Wheel im going for:
From these guys: http://stores.ebay.co.uk/LEDERRAEDERoEU ... 4340.l2563
Gave the exhaust tips a polish but I think they are going to need replaced as they didnt come up too good - anyone know where to get them?
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress - Steering Wheel
Try Jack at Royalsteeringwheels (google)
I visited him on Wednesday night, and am delighted with the wheel he fitted for me..... I paid the paypal on Sunday night, and by wednesday pm I'm enjoying a whole new experience.....
I visited him on Wednesday night, and am delighted with the wheel he fitted for me..... I paid the paypal on Sunday night, and by wednesday pm I'm enjoying a whole new experience.....
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress - Steering Wheel
Can I ask how much you paid jj?jj29 wrote:Try Jack at Royalsteeringwheels (google)
I visited him on Wednesday night, and am delighted with the wheel he fitted for me..... I paid the paypal on Sunday night, and by wednesday pm I'm enjoying a whole new experience.....
Any pics to share?
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Almost forgot - I fitted a new bonnet badge - the old one had a splodge of black stuff to stop it vibrating I guess - should I do the same with the new one? if so - whats the best thing to use?
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
- OldskoolRS
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
A small amount of silicon sealant should do the job without risking paint damage.
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Cheers will try that this weekend.OldskoolRS wrote:A small amount of silicon sealant should do the job without risking paint damage.
Storm gear knob arrived today and I'm well pleased with it - pics to follow.
Ed from Furniture Clinic coming on Tuesday to work wonders on my leather - based on the pics on the website I'm expecting great results. I'm going to lose the textured finish of the Oregon leather on the bolsters but I don't mind.
2002 3.0 Sport in Sterling Grey with full red/black leather
Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
About £120 incl. fitting. There are some pics on his site... If I get the chance over the weekend, I'll take some myself...
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Hi stunning car looks great, did you have any trouble with removing the steering wheel and fitting the replacement from ebay? would like to get
the same steering wheel myself as mine has a cover on it due to wear, I'm not sure my steering wheel is the same as the ones in the listing the difference being it's a there spoke but the bottom one is a double spoke if you know what I mean.
the same steering wheel myself as mine has a cover on it due to wear, I'm not sure my steering wheel is the same as the ones in the listing the difference being it's a there spoke but the bottom one is a double spoke if you know what I mean.
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
I have that steering wheel feels lovely when driving
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Re: 02 Z3 3.0 Sport - progress
Which one the one from eBay or the one I have?Z3cade wrote:I have that steering wheel feels lovely when driving