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E85 3.0 Z4 Roadster Project
- Thread starter Rob
- Start date
How do you think he affords to change his car every fourteen days ?
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
I cannot get over how divided opinion is on things. I'm about to order a standard zhp knob though I think. It can come from the UK that way too.
Cheers mate, the csl wheels will go on eventually, but I think I'm going to tidy up the standard ones first.
I just liked the look of the illuminated knob, and a bright cabin isn't something I'm too fussed about. BUT having looked I think a illuminated knob would need to imported, and I can't be arsed with that.
Bet you had a look on pistonheads last night didn't you?
Alan, lowered on eibachs and 19's is pretty much unnoticeable to the naked eye. I'm going to tidy the standard ones up first though don't worry.
Why so? I think they look pretty OEM?
Why so? Do you really think CSL's look that noticeably not standard to anyone not in the know?
Cheers mate.
*Puts hand up*
Love the car, btw
But - couldn't care less about the gear knob really
CSL wheels all the way here
Cheers mate, the csl wheels will go on eventually, but I think I'm going to tidy up the standard ones first.
Myself, I prefer it if the c**kpit is wihtout lights when driving at night. if I could fit a SAABeqsque "Night-panel" switch to my car I'd do it in a snap.
But, of course, that's just my idea.
Besides, are you going to forget your gate pattern and need to stare at the shifter to remember which way it goes? I can't imagine so. It just seems tacky. Z4M-spec or not.
Oh, and CSL wheels are superior. WHich is probably why they cost
I just liked the look of the illuminated knob, and a bright cabin isn't something I'm too fussed about. BUT having looked I think a illuminated knob would need to imported, and I can't be arsed with that.
I would just like to reiterate how wonderful this car sounds
That is all.
Bet you had a look on pistonheads last night didn't you?
Alan, lowered on eibachs and 19's is pretty much unnoticeable to the naked eye. I'm going to tidy the standard ones up first though don't worry.
Why so? I think they look pretty OEM?
Why so? Do you really think CSL's look that noticeably not standard to anyone not in the know?
It needs CSL's Rob.
Looking great
Cheers mate.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
FFS I was just about to order a normal one.
I can't believe I'm this torn about a f**king gear knob.
For goodness sake man, buy something you like - if you want your knob to glow in the dark, get on with it !
People (hi) have slated your clothes/shoes/dresses for years on here yet you still dress like a lady.
:rasp:
People (hi) have slated your clothes/shoes/dresses for years on here yet you still dress like a lady.
:rasp:
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
Only light up ZHP I can find for sale is ebay and german though... hmmmm
My advice would be go for what you want mate.
You need to remember that the views on here are car enthusiast forum goers; we think about these things way too much!
I can assure you with a set of csls and a subtle drop the general public will not be shouting chav at you as you drive past lol.
You need to remember that the views on here are car enthusiast forum goers; we think about these things way too much!
I can assure you with a set of csls and a subtle drop the general public will not be shouting chav at you as you drive past lol.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
On the bright side I've found a place in essex that does the ZHP knob, but not the illuminated one.
I may fit that Saturday.
I may fit that Saturday.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
Tom, mines looks more like the bottom one, it's just brushed metal. If the piece around the gearknob etc was in perfect nick I'd keep mine no contest, I'm just a fussy fucker.
That woodwork though, very... not me? ha
Called the place in essex for the gear knob, none in stock and it'll take until monday, boring.
That woodwork though, very... not me? ha
Called the place in essex for the gear knob, none in stock and it'll take until monday, boring.
Tom
ClioSport Club Member
EV (s)
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Z4-Genuine-Maritime-Mahogany-Interior-Trim-Kit-NEW-/170203762494
WOAH.
Yeah rob yours looks like 4AD-Brushed Light Aluminum.
Carbon is actually quite nice.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Carbon-fi..._Accessories&hash=item3a7003e19b#ht_572wt_952
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
I like the look of that carbon. Can't wait to get mine back, still got to post it mind
I <3 BMW, phoned parts, asked for the gearknob, £52, have it by sat morning. BONZA.
Alan - £2.50? Have you misplaced a decimal? I'd certainly give it a go! Baller spec.
Oh, another opinion (Tom, Ant), would a non gloss lacquer look better? Like a satin finish?
I <3 BMW, phoned parts, asked for the gearknob, £52, have it by sat morning. BONZA.
Alan - £2.50? Have you misplaced a decimal? I'd certainly give it a go! Baller spec.
Oh, another opinion (Tom, Ant), would a non gloss lacquer look better? Like a satin finish?
its a darker one, pretty sure its this - http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v718/slinkyu2/Z4/WoodDash1.jpg
it might be the walnut but i dont think so, i seem to remember it being quite red / orangy in the light. I had it taken off before i took delivery of it so dont remmeber much about it!!
EDIT - Rob i'll dig it out tonight and post up a picture mate. £2.50, its brand new and unmarked. Dont say i dont look after you!
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
Since I purchased this car you've definitely been nicer to me Alan. That'd be awesome though, like really.
Edit: One more thanks mate
Edit: One more thanks mate
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Rob
ClioSport Moderator
The current trim is quite "satin like" though, being brushed.
I'm going to get it done in carbon no matter what, as I've already got the trim and if I don't like it I'll pass it on to someone on the zed forum
I think that photo on ebay makes it look more shiny than it really is TBH.
I'm going to get it done in carbon no matter what, as I've already got the trim and if I don't like it I'll pass it on to someone on the zed forum
I think that photo on ebay makes it look more shiny than it really is TBH.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
Knowsit Tom.
Wick came out in it yesterday and was sold. Just buy one, you know it makes sense. No kids (that you know of) means two seats is just purrfect.
Wick came out in it yesterday and was sold. Just buy one, you know it makes sense. No kids (that you know of) means two seats is just purrfect.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
I'm not sure exactly what that means, but cool.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
I've made the educated decision today that I'll be replacing them with fully refurbed mint ones, an option that'll cost me £340 I have a £180 option, but this doesn't involve splitting them, and will powder coat over the bolt holes.
Funnily enough the guy on the forum that does them has PM'd me today saying he's got a set ready.
Then, I'll see about getting friendly with someone on the zed forums, and either trial fitting or just having a good look around one with CSL wheels.
Pick up the gear knob saturday morning, so that'll go on Saturday day.
Cars with two seats are so much more interesting, and not as expensive as 90% of the general population assume.
I have a £180 option, but this doesn't involve splitting them, and will powder coat over the bolt holes.Funnily enough the guy on the forum that does them has PM'd me today saying he's got a set ready.
Then, I'll see about getting friendly with someone on the zed forums, and either trial fitting or just having a good look around one with CSL wheels.
Pick up the gear knob saturday morning, so that'll go on Saturday day.
Cars with two seats are so much more interesting, and not as expensive as 90% of the general population assume.
Rob
ClioSport Moderator
You coming Saturday Luke? We'll go for a little spin, you can drive (as long as it's not raining)
