What do we think of Z3s?

What do we think of Z3s?

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dan101smith

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16,806 posts

212 months

Tuesday 17th July 2007
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Like the title says, I've spent the weekend driving around in a Z3 (admittedly only a 1.9 auto), and quite enjoyed the top-down motoring - yes I am aware that they have storage spaces designed for combs and scissors!

Now, I've not driven a 2.8 or 3.0, but are they any good (in manual form)? Are they for driving, or for cruising?

I want something that's fun, convertible, small, and reliable, and a Z3 seems to fit the bill.

Someone talk me out of this!

dan101smith

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16,806 posts

212 months

Tuesday 17th July 2007
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I'm ruling the M out because I can't be arsed with the running costs of it - kinda looking for something that won't dent the pocket too much to run, as I'm still pouring money into my E28 and can't see that ending for a while yet!

The 2.8 manual seems the most likely candidate, looking for one with leather, air con, electric seats and preferably a manual hood. In a dark colour. With less than 100k miles.

Other than that I'm pretty flexible!

dan101smith

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16,806 posts

212 months

Thursday 19th July 2007
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As far as I can see they've all got electric seats, the heated ones are the option.

Lee - doing good mate! Don't fancy a TVR cos it'll be my only car (probably) and I'd like it to work every now and again! Wayne and I did the Jonathan Palmer day on Monday - some awesome cars there! If you get a chance to, get yourself on it! Glad to hear you're getting a Sag, what's the spec? Not heard about the TVR day, but I'll mention it to Wayne. Your nipper made an appearance yet?

dan101smith

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16,806 posts

212 months

Thursday 19th July 2007
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Also, anyone know if 17" M Contour alloys (from M3 Evo saloon) would fit a Z3? Don't like the standard wheels much...