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hi, im gareth, a self employed signwriter from south wales. looking to buy a z4 in the coming months and having a poke around the forum for advice and issues to watch out for when buying. currently driving an audi a3, but with the kids getting older, we fancy a weekend toy. thinking around 2005-07 z4 (e85 is it??) with the 2.5l engine ![Thumbs Up :thumbsup:](./images/smilies/smilie_thumbsup.gif)
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Welcome to the forum good luck with the search
Z less again
14 E89 Z4 2.0 msport grey gone now
10 E89 Z4 3.0 Black auto now. Very sadly gone
Gone 04 E85 z4 3.0 Maldives blue smg
14 E89 Z4 2.0 msport grey gone now
10 E89 Z4 3.0 Black auto now. Very sadly gone
Gone 04 E85 z4 3.0 Maldives blue smg
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718 4.0 GTS Boxster in YELLOW
718 Guards Red Boxster .........Gone!
A35 AMG saloon .........Gone!
JCW ...........Gone !
E89 35i Msport VO ................Gone !
E89 23i SE DSB ................Gone !
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718 Guards Red Boxster .........Gone!
A35 AMG saloon .........Gone!
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E89 35i Msport VO ................Gone !
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Hi and welcome.
Yes it is the E85 that you want - the one that allows you to see the sky when you're driving.
Not that I have had another Zed, but the consensus of opinion is to go for the 3.0L, but many will say that the 2.5L is fine.
Good luck with your search.
Yes it is the E85 that you want - the one that allows you to see the sky when you're driving.
Not that I have had another Zed, but the consensus of opinion is to go for the 3.0L, but many will say that the 2.5L is fine.
Good luck with your search.
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You should also look at the E89 25i. You will soon see the rivalry between the E85 and E89 camps.
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Welcome OP.
Hopefully you will find one you like soon!
ETA Don't forget the photos when you do.
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Hopefully you will find one you like soon!
ETA Don't forget the photos when you do.
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I have avoided this problem - I've only had E86s!
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Coupes because stunning!
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
Gone - Montego Blue
Gone - Ruby Black
Current - Silver Grey MC, Imola Red heated Nappa & carbon trim. Aeros, H & R Coil-overs, 224s, OE Strut brace, Nav, cup-holders, DSP Hi-Fi, pdc, cruise, MFSW, no CDV! E90 330i daily
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Hi and welcome!
List of advise on here and plenty of newbie threads here with checklists, what to look out for (common failures etc), so take a browse and ask if unsure.
I'm sure you'll find a Zed which is for you (e85, e86 or e89!). They're all amazing machines!
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List of advise on here and plenty of newbie threads here with checklists, what to look out for (common failures etc), so take a browse and ask if unsure.
I'm sure you'll find a Zed which is for you (e85, e86 or e89!). They're all amazing machines!
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Welcome and good luck with your search
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My E85 Z4 3.0i SMG
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
BMW Family History (past and present):
1 Series - E87
3 Series - E46 Coupe, E46 M3, E90 (x3)
4 Series - F36, F82 M4
5 Series - E34 (x2), E39
7 Series - E32
X5 - E53, E70
X6 - E71
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Hi and welcome, good luck with your search
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2004 3.0i SE Roadster , GONE to a good home
2010 e89 35i Sdrive M sport. GONE for salvage
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2010 e89 35i Sdrive M sport. GONE for salvage
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Best of luck in your search there are a few people posting looking for cars. Prices will only climb in the next 3 months as the weather warms.
E89 23i pearl black.
E85 Titanium Silver 3.0se sold
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Welcome. I'm sure you'll get a few pointers on what to look out for when buying a Z. Lot's of info on here. Good luck and be patient, impulse buys can cost money in the long run. ![Thumbs Up :thumbsup:](./images/smilies/smilie_thumbsup.gif)
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There is no debate when it comes to 4 v 6
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