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Specific discussion about the E89 2009 Z4 (sDrive35is, sDrive35i, sDrive30i, sDrive23i)
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New purchase!

Post by rchamp » Fri Aug 18, 2017 6:44 pm

Hi z4 forum

Further to my post a few months back where I was mulling over whether to get a 35i or 35is, I have now taken the plunge and put a deposit on this little beauty:

http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/ ... New&page=1

I'm hoping to pick it up on Thursday, can't wait!
2011 Z4 35is | Alpine White | Kansas Red Leather | Mods to come!
Gone: 2003 Z4 3.0i SE Roadster

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Post by Smartbear » Fri Aug 18, 2017 6:48 pm

Looks in good order :) did you feel the ride was different from your e85? i.e.-softer :?
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Post by rchamp » Fri Aug 18, 2017 6:53 pm

Well I only had a brief test drive but I would say it felt fairly similar, pretty stiff!
2011 Z4 35is | Alpine White | Kansas Red Leather | Mods to come!
Gone: 2003 Z4 3.0i SE Roadster

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Post by buzyg » Fri Aug 18, 2017 8:20 pm

Very tasty. :thumbsup:
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Post by Zed Five » Fri Aug 18, 2017 8:25 pm

All important heated steering wheel. Trust me, there is no going back. :thumbsup:
Why is it that people who can't take advice always insist on giving it? 

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Post by firebobby » Fri Aug 18, 2017 8:26 pm

Very nice :)
BMW Z4 30i 2003 auto 107's Whippy Toledo Blue
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Post by IRD » Fri Aug 18, 2017 8:27 pm

Beautiful looking car. Bet you can't wait.

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