workshy_fopp

If you only want a 1.9 Z3, then get an MX-5 instead. Much better car.
2.8 engine or above on the Z3 is a different story. I quite like them now, they're so uncool, they're cool again. Like Capris.



[Edited by workshy_fopp - 11/3/2003 10:57:24 PM]

simb 2

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I'm looking at getting a Z3 for the missus. Just need some helpful hints from any owners/previous owners or anybody who knows anything about these cars, on what to look for.
Will be looking to get a Z3 on a 97/98, on a 1.9cc. Do these cars suffer from any problems?
What sort of mileage is the major service due (cambelt)?

Any input would be grateful.

simb

Raks

unfortunately matey, i've heard that this is one of the poorest engines they have in the range ?!!?

if you could manage to get hold of a 2.0 or 2.2 even, i would do that IMO.

R

Alas

Hi m8
Just traded in my 97 P plate last week. Never had any probs from it, no engine or leak troubles. Nice car, bit pedestrian but we enjoyed it over the summer.
Service is an an oil, service 1 and service 2(expensive). Don't know the timing change though. Watch out for the underside as there can be fuel tank probs from them bouncing.
Cheers
Alasdair

Alas

And I forgot to say - knackered my knees getting in & out
Alas

doctor CLIFFORD

Great car mate i have a 2.8 wide body running 150 nos kit
Its great for killing scoobys off the lights !!!!

IwantAscoob

great car just have a gay image like the audi tt shame

simb 2

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Cheers boys, not to worried about the gay image, as her in doors will be driving it the most.

Alas - what mileage was on your car, do these cars serve well, into high mileage?

simb

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Bttt

ajm

If you get one with any of the 6 cyl engines they are all cam chains with no set service interval (i.e. expected to last life of engine)

woodmeister

Dare I say if you can stretch to it. ZM Coupe. 3.2 M Power madness. Top, top motor.

bartmanuk

remember boys its only for his woman

Simon S3

.........and the ZM Coupe is a lot more expensive to buy than the ZM Roadster, the coupes hold their value amazingly well.

I`ve had a quick go in a 2.8i Z3 and actually thought it was OK, I know they get slated but the engine won me over. Not sure about a 4 cylinder one though.

Kevin Greeley

Watch out for the depreciation - someone at work traded in an R reg (1998) 2.8 Z3 with all the options (cost £37k) for £13k against a new Z4 - ouch!

simb 2

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Cheers boys, keep them comming.

simb

simb 2

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Up we go

JockyTT

Same (old) rear end as the E30 and E36 compact (semi trailing arm) and chassis is more or less the same as the E36 compact.

Do not (under any circumstances) buy a 2.8 with a build date before march 98. If so you are asking for trouble - this is the fables M52 engine with premature bore wear. I know, I had one, and the engine went. The water pump on these early 2.8's are also a bit dodgy.

1.9 is woefully underpowered but if it's pose value you're after then it matters not. Early hoods leak.

Shop around for dealer prices on inspection 1, Inspection 2 and oil change. The differences in prices can be £50-£100.

HTH

Steve

Spooks

Work for BMW , email me as per profile if you want any info, basically its underpowered as everyone says. No major probs but I can fill you in with anything you need to know
Spooks

simb 2

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Cheers lads.
Spooks - If thats ok will mail you with some questions.

simb

Chicken Man

Mines a Jan '98 M Roadster.

Roof doesn't leak, engine's blinding, handling's..... interesting!

The Coupes are not that much dearer anymore (about 3-4k for a similar age).

Great replacement for my STi5 because its almost as quick, better built, won't break as often and doesn't scream like its being battered on a motorway.

Plus, its a convertible so its got the same amount of gay image as any other.

Trust me, when you lash people in things that they think are quick, they soon drop the whole gay thing!