:( Sad but true but not so sad now :)

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 15:53

Well guys after 2 years and 4 months of Z3 ownership I will be moving on to pastures new. I have enjoyed every minute of owning my Z3 but I have recently had the bug to change and after looking around for something that will satisfy my need for speed and do it in style I have put a deposit down on a Jaguar S-Type R. For those that don't know these have a 4.2L supercharged engine with 400bhp and 400lbft torque and are simply awesome to drive if what something different to the Z3 !

All of you have been fantastic over the years and I have loved the outings and I am sure I will still see you at various events through next year. Many thanks to all those who have helped me solve the various problems we all experience from time to time but please be rest assured I am not leaving this forum and will still contribute as much as I can in the future.

Keep an eye out in the stock exchange as I will be putting a few things up for sale including my hardtop with fitting kit, coverbag, and stand plus a few other bits and pieces I have collected over the last couple of years.

All the best and bon voyage but still here if you get my drift.

Jonttt · Post by **Jonttt** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:04

Aceman, good luck with your new motor

I think its the same engine as was fitted to the Range Rover which was fantastic but good luck with the fuel bills (I used to average 14mpg

)

You trading in the Z or selling private ?

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:12

Thanks Jon,

Traded the Z in got a reasonable price and with the money I will make on selling all the bits and pieces it will work out quite well.

Now what you mean with the fuel bill especially for the first couple of months until the grin wears off my face

although fuel has never been too much of an issue for me as I only do around 5k a year and use the wifes scenic for any long trips although the temptation to use the STR will be hard to resist.

stu · Post by **stu** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:34

Blown S type - nice.

Bet you'll miss the drop top though & don't think you wont still be made welcome on here matey.

So what bits do you have for sale then?

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:45

sod off then!

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:53

Hi Stu,

You must have had a heads up that I was changing as I had a for sale sign in the car at Malton last weekend when you parked near me.

Here's a list of what will be up for sale;

Hardtop
Fitting kit for above
Hardtop bag which allows hardtop to be hung up from ceiling
hardtop stand
BMW rear screen blanket

All of the above hope to sell as one to right person but of course open to offers.

I also have;

Full set of BMW staggered 5 spoke alloys with mixed tyres but all with legal tread.
Tonneau cover
Mesh wind deflector
Voyager outdoor tailored Z3 car cover
Alpine 9880R car stereo plus 350BT bluetooth module (IPOD compatable)
Extended leather dashboard binicles (both sides) were cream but recoloured black.
Headlight switch
Centre airvent

I think that's all but may have some other bits laying around I have missed.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 16:54

gookah wrote:sod off then!

NICE !

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 17:06

aceman wrote:
gookah wrote:sod off then!

NICE !

You still here?

freds dad · Post by **freds dad** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 17:34

Good luck with the fuel monster and sorry to see you go as you seem like a really nice guy from your posts.

PS Can I have the hardtop fitting kit pleeeaaaaaaasssssse?

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 17:46

freds dad wrote:Good luck with the fuel monster and sorry to see you go as you seem like a really nice guy from your posts.

PS Can I have the hardtop fitting kit pleeeaaaaaaasssssse?

Blimey already getting messages for the hardtop !

I will reserve sale of the fitting kit with the hardtop as it is more actractive to sell all the lot together.

Sorry

Canman · Post by **Canman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 19:03

good luck with the new venture Ian, keep in touch on here and lets see some pics of the new motor.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 19:25

Thanks Canman, I will post some pics up for sure but I can tell you it's going to be wrench letting go of the zed on friday

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 19:25

Ahhhhhh I would have kept the Zed and still got the Jag

Good luck with the Jag though, looks like pipe and slippers prezzies for you at x-mas

Tim.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 19:28

TitanTim wrote:Ahhhhhh I would have kept the Zed and still got the Jag

Good luck with the Jag though, looks like pipe and slippers prezzies for you at x-mas

Tim.

I was waiting for that from someone, well done Tim for getting in first

Seriously though if anyone gets chance to have a go in an STR they will soon realise it is not a grandads car, the acceleration is simply brutal.

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 19:48

aceman wrote:
Seriously though if anyone gets chance to have a go in an STR they will soon realise it is not a grandads car, the acceleration is simply brutal.

well ..... when compared to the mobility scooter...

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:05

I'm sure it will be the dogs, take no notice of gookah

Tim.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:08

Who's gookah

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:18

aceman wrote:Who's gookah

Didn't he used to own a proper Zed

Tim.

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:19

ouch.....

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:26

TitanTim wrote:
aceman wrote:Who's gookah
Didn't he used to own a proper Zed

Tim.

Oi Mr Tim...... who is thinking of getting a Z4 instead of the Z3 now......?
but one of them "Cou "...... sorry I just can't bring myself to say it...
the one with a welded on roof

and when the sun comes out oh how I will

jontymo · Post by **jontymo** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:26

Looks like i need a trip over to see your new motor!

pm sent

jontymo

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:36

gookah wrote:
TitanTim wrote:
aceman wrote:Who's gookah
Didn't he used to own a proper Zed

Tim.

Oi Mr Tim...... who is thinking of getting a Z4 instead of the Z3 now......?
but one of them "Cou "...... sorry I just can't bring myself to say it...
the one with a welded on roof

and when the sun comes out oh how I will

I could compromise and go MK2-Z4.....................if I win the lottery

Tim.

Dicanio · Post by **Dicanio** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:36

Don't know my Jags all that well, but if it's anything like these that we raced on a corporate day last year then a pipe and slippers will be the last thing on your mind.

It was a fun day, though the drive back seemed very boring!!

Jamezee · Post by **Jamezee** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:37

Did they throw in a personalised T shirt for you ?

gookah · Post by **gookah** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:38

Dicanio wrote:

he's got slippers on......

Dicanio · Post by **Dicanio** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:44

Yeh we all had STIG on the back with our number underneath.

Drove evrything from a Landrover to a Porche 911 to a single seater Formula Jag

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Mon 25 Oct, 2010 20:45

gookah wrote:
Dicanio wrote:

he's got slippers on......

My goodness I was right afterall

Tim.

maurice the martian · Post by **maurice the martian** » Tue 26 Oct, 2010 13:22

Sorry te see you go Ace.If youre still comming on the christmas lunch
i trust you`ll be in the new motor

.
Maurice

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Tue 26 Oct, 2010 13:34

Hi Maurice,

Well if you are all still talking to me I'll still be coming

You know this has got to be one of the hardest car swaps I have had, I have deliberated over it for weeks convincing myself to do it then changing my mind the next. One thing I am sure of is that if I get the chance to own a Z as a second car I will be back for certain.

Zed Carer · Post by **Zed Carer** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 19:19

Aceman - sorry that the Zed is going but the new toy looks good. Now about the leather dashboard binnacles

Mrs ZC could be interested in the car cover so she can get the Z3 out of the garage and have hers in there instead.

See you the Christmas lunch.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 19:49

Thanks ZC

Unfortunatly the vultures have been circulating already and the car cover is already spoken for

I will keep in touch and many thanks for all the help you have provided in the past, I'm still here if you need help from me.

jontymo · Post by **jontymo** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 19:49

Aceman

pm sent regards the alpine

jontymo

nobynom8ss · Post by **nobynom8ss** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 20:33

I hope you have no problems with your new mirrors as they look sealed

all the best enjoy . Shame we never got to meet as you seem to no your stuff.

moontop · Post by **moontop** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 21:58

sorry to see you go,have you checked out the jag club yet, just think of all those new problems you can tackle , hope you keep in touch, and keep us informed of the idiosyncrasy's [ kind regards to spellcheck] of your new car, is your z3 for sale in a dealer around Wakefield then, just wondered ray

Good · Post by **Good** » Wed 27 Oct, 2010 22:18

Aceman
In the short time I have own my Z you have been very helpful with your encouragement.Many Thanks
Best of luck with your new venture
Best Regards Ian

indizee · Post by **indizee** » Thu 28 Oct, 2010 07:15

HI Aceman, so you to have bit the bullet. The last time we spoke I mentioned that I was getting an XK. I sold my Zed to an enthusiast and he and wife were very happy with it, I was very sad to see it go, but now im happy with my XK. Jaguar clubs and forums are just like zroadster, very good. I dont miss the top down, or the wind noise with the top up, I can now hear my stereo.

I still turn my head with a big smile when a Zed goes by. Im already contemplating a return to Zeddom, but in a Z4 folding tin top next time. But Ive promised my wife I wont sell the Jag cos she loves it.

All the best to you Zedders.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Thu 28 Oct, 2010 08:54

Thanks guys I really do appreciate all your comments, I will still be around though.

Great car Indizee see you on the Jag forums eh !

Ray, I suppose it will be for sale in Leeds if the dealer decides to sell it on his forecourt.

velocemax · Post by **velocemax** » Thu 28 Oct, 2010 09:44

Hi Aceman

Shame about selling the Zed. Did you not try the Z3M before you went for the Jag ?

Deano1712 · Post by **Deano1712** » Thu 28 Oct, 2010 20:29

Sorry to see you go Ian. I hope the new car gives you as much enjoyment. I will probably bump into you at the petrol station sometime

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Thu 28 Oct, 2010 21:56

Deano1712 wrote:Sorry to see you go Ian. I hope the new car gives you as much enjoyment. I will probably bump into you at the petrol station sometime

Thanks Mark, I just couldn't resist the sound of a V8 just like you you but when you hear the supercharger wine on top you just can't control yourself.

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Fri 29 Oct, 2010 17:26

Picked up the STR this morning and what a car. Spent this afternoon cleaning and admiring it, will get some pics done this weekend

johnwayne · Post by **johnwayne** » Fri 29 Oct, 2010 17:43

Ian, I can only echo the comments from other forum members, really sorry you are no longer a Z owner, as you were (are) a decent bloke and very helpful with members problems. In particular my roof problems when you volunteered coming over to help fix.!

Look forward to seeing pics of the Jag-they are a fantastic looking car and I can see the attraction -fantastic lines and engine to die for.

Hope to see you around early next year-keep smiling

Best wishes John

fanlynne · Post by **fanlynne** » Tue 22 Feb, 2011 09:36

Look forward to seeing pics of the Jag-they are a fantastic looking car and I can see the attraction -fantastic lines and engine to die fo

garyw · Post by **garyw** » Tue 22 Feb, 2011 10:19

aceman wrote:Picked up the STR this morning and what a car. Spent this afternoon cleaning and admiring it, will get some pics done this weekend

Blimey he's into Jag ownership already.... I'd of spent the afternoon getting to 'know' the car

and listening to the howl..

garyw

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Wed 23 Feb, 2011 20:33

Sorry guys never got around to taking some pics for you all but then again we have had poor weather for god knows how long.

Must try harder watch this space

seasurfer · Post by **seasurfer** » Wed 23 Feb, 2011 21:52

Will we see it at Waterton ?

Gill

aceman · Post by **aceman** » Wed 23 Feb, 2011 22:12

Oh yes, it was there at christmas too

seasurfer · Post by **seasurfer** » Wed 23 Feb, 2011 22:17

Looking forward to seeing it then

zroadster.net

:( Sad but true but not so sad now :)

:( Sad but true but not so sad now :)

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