I've recently realised a long held dream of mine by joining you guys & gals in Z1 ownership. I'm now the proud owner of the penultimate UK Z1 in red which had a rhd and 2.7 conversion from Griffen when new. (From what I've read I hope this is one referred to by the guru Paul as one of the better conversions he's seen!) My hat is duly doffed to Chris Lowe, the original owner who clearly looked after it very well. To you lhd aficionados, my apologies if I'm swearing in your presence
Thanks to the great help already gleaned from this forum, I've managed to get in touch with BTB for a future exhaust purchase, auco re. a metal spring for the fuel cap (yep - bust it almost immediately), renovo for some rear screen cleaner and classic additions for a wind deflector. I think however, I'd better steer clear of the bank manager for a while
Couple of questions: 1. I note from some original press releases that owners could either carry a spare tyre or opt for the 2 compressed air canisters supplied?! Anyone aware of this or what the idea was - clearly to be able to remove the spare would surely make the Z1 almost too practical?
Alternatively, anyone tried run flat tyres as an alternative or don't they come in this size?2. I feel the need to get my hands dirty
I know there's plenty of notes on the subject but take pity and please confirm what's the deifinitive Z1 guide available and where from? 
Cheers
Not only that but I have had personal experience that the glue in the canisters will send your wheel balance out. resulting in getting the tyre repaired properly and having to steam wash the glue off. The space saver wheel is alloy and the tyre is so thin that it's not really a problem. It sits neatly on the shelf under the soft top when it's down.
. See Neil Banks at Damon Hill BMW in Warwick for all your Z1 parts, he's a great bloke and very knowledgeable. Most parts are still available. 
