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Post by Genie » Sun Sep 24, 2017 8:12 pm

Hi,

Ive been lurking on the forums for a couple of years now, around the time when I purchased my Z4. Its a facelift 2.5si roadster, black with red interior.

I use to drive a Honda DelSol, 1.6 VTi. Fun little car, problems are relatively easy to diagnose and fix, however, it did start to show its age. The Z4 was not my first choice for the required upgrade, but by recommendation from a friend, he helped source a good fit for my requirements. I don't regret this.

As a second hand car, its not without its problems, but I will make separate posts about these elsewhere. Some are already fixed with the vast knowledge this community possess; others are minor issues that can be tolerated, but will be dealt with in due time. But as I learn more about the car, it seems there may be some mechanical issues that need to be addressed.
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These wheels were on the car when I purchased it. They are 17", Style 391 and came off a 3 series I believe. I am unsure of fitment, but I do know the tyre sizes are too big for the Z4.

I don't usually post on forums, but due to the complicated nature of most modern cars, I feel that discussions will be required to further my understanding, if not for myself, then for future owners of Z4's. I hope this obligatory introduction in the newbie section will be the start of this journey.

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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 24, 2017 8:48 pm

Hi and welcome to the forum OP. :thumbsup:

Good effort to add a photo to your first post, but you need to find another hosting site because "botophucket" doesn't let you share your photo! :headbang:
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Post by Genie » Sun Sep 24, 2017 9:14 pm

Mr Tidy wrote: Sun Sep 24, 2017 8:48 pm Hi and welcome to the forum OP. :thumbsup:

Good effort to add a photo to your first post, but you need to find another hosting site because "botophucket" doesn't let you share your photo! :headbang:
Thanks for letting me know. The post previewed fine, but have updated photo using forums tools.

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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 24, 2017 9:18 pm

Genie wrote: Sun Sep 24, 2017 9:14 pmThanks for letting me know. The post previewed fine, but have updated photo using forums tools.
Sorted! :thumbsup:

Car looks great, especially the red interior!
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
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Post by Marlon » Sun Sep 24, 2017 9:23 pm

Long time lurker coming out of the shadows in style. Hope you get the help you're looking for - great looking Zed :thumbsup:
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Post by buzyg » Sun Sep 24, 2017 9:29 pm

Welcome to the forum. Those wheels look rather good on a Zed. :thumbsup:
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Post by hopz121 » Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:10 pm

Welcome along, nice looking Zed not sure if I am personally a fan of the wheels but each to there own.

Enjoy the motor :thumbsup:
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Post by firebobby » Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:21 pm

Welcome Genie, your Zed looks stunning :thumbsup:
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Post by Mr Tidy » Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:33 pm

I quite like those wheels - easy to clean too. :thumbsup:

Now you've started OP I hope we'll see you on here on a regular basis - there is so much useful information and advice available for free, plus plenty of people who know the answers to questions you haven't thought of yet! :lol:
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
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Post by enzed4 » Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:44 pm

Greetings from another 2.5si owner (the 'poor cousins' on this forum I think :lol: ). I hope the forum can help in getting your Zed back in top shape, it certainly has been a goldmine of info and helpful members for me.
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Post by thanatu55 » Sun Sep 24, 2017 11:18 pm

Welcome! I do like red interior against black.

I used to have a Del Sol too a fair few moons ago, good ol' V-tec engine :)
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Post by jabber » Mon Sep 25, 2017 7:18 am

Hi and welcome to the forum nice looking z4 :thumbsup:
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10 E89 Z4 3.0 Black auto now. Very sadly gone
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Post by saseinlinie » Mon Sep 25, 2017 7:56 pm

Hi, nice car, looks very similar to mine actually :) is it the 3.0si ?

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Post by MrPT » Mon Sep 25, 2017 10:17 pm

enzed4 wrote: Sun Sep 24, 2017 10:44 pm Greetings from another 2.5si owner (the 'poor cousins' on this forum I think :lol: ).
No way! Great engine. :driving:
2008 Z4MC: heavy wheels | crap suspension | skittish rear end | wobbly engine | not enough induction noise | underwhelming turn in | inconsistent braking | lardy battery | chubby steering wheel
2006 Z4 2.5si: gone

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