z3 m coupe

Does anybody know where i can find a decent buying guide for the z3 m coupe? or know of what to look for/ horror stories with the model.

Cheers

one of the past Total BMW Mags had a very good guide.
Try a google for their website

E61 520d, slow and buzzy but my wallet likes the mpg.....

Servicing was standard BMW M servicing - ie not too bad for an Inspection 1 but flinching for an Inspection 2. Like �600+, and they need the car for 2 days because they set the shims which requires the car to be totally cool.

Tyres seemed to last a reasonable amount of time given the cr*p I gave them. Mine had no traction control (98 model) so wheelspin was an enjoyable evil rather than an avoidable cost. No, thats not fair it is avoidable.

The reason I got rid was I was starting to drive like a 19 year old again cos the cars are such good fun. But todays roads and my increasingly boring adult attitude persuaded me that driving to work sieways everyday (particularly in the wet) was an accident waiting when to happen rather than if and I didnt want anyone else involved in my accident.

My SO2s lasted well, given their excellent grip.

As I mentioned on a previous post - I loved the car, loved the looks (and the fact that many didnt) and could even live with my best mates calling it an allegro.

A testament is that I would have another! But I would have to be more in control of my teenage right foot.

Still wish my other half had bought the S2000 though - excellent machine and a fabulous noise.
This is a copy of a previous question I answered on the forum - I had one for a year and miss it terribly.

Also check out this months Top Gear Mag...

Things to look out for - mine seemed okay but did go through a vanos unit so my key tip would be to ensure you have warranty left and if not then think seriously about extended warranty from BMW Dealer.

They come fairly well specc'd anyway so no real worries there.

Oh thats one other thing about the coupe - the Yanks love doing it up so there are quite a few aftermarket exhausts, supercharger kits (ott) and styling kits (not my cup of tea) available. And Birds had a secondhand Scnitzer suspension kit whihc they were selling for a customer - wouldnt be surprised if they still have it.

On the track it was more fun than I envisaged but the seats could do with more lateral supoprt. 162 on the clock though.

search on forum for zm (search thingy at top of page - I don't know how to link you to it - don't know how things work - just drive 'em!

cheers guys

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senna65 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 25-August-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 58	Topic: z3 m coupe Posted: 19-November-2003 at 20:35
	Does anybody know where i can find a decent buying guide for the z3 m coupe? or know of what to look for/ horror stories with the model. Cheers

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BMG M3 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Really Senior Member II Joined: 26-April-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1594	Posted: 19-November-2003 at 20:48
	Try asking at www.roadfly.com

UweM3 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Moderator Group Joined: 11-February-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 5445	Posted: 19-November-2003 at 20:55
	one of the past Total BMW Mags had a very good guide. Try a google for their website
	E61 520d, slow and buzzy but my wallet likes the mpg.....

B 7 VP Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Really Senior Member II Joined: 04-November-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1115	Posted: 19-November-2003 at 21:06
	Why not log on to the NEW www.zroadster.net and ask the same question.

pottsy Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member II Joined: 19-November-2002 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 181	Posted: 20-November-2003 at 20:16
	Servicing was standard BMW M servicing - ie not too bad for an Inspection 1 but flinching for an Inspection 2. Like �600+, and they need the car for 2 days because they set the shims which requires the car to be totally cool. Tyres seemed to last a reasonable amount of time given the cr*p I gave them. Mine had no traction control (98 model) so wheelspin was an enjoyable evil rather than an avoidable cost. No, thats not fair it is avoidable. The reason I got rid was I was starting to drive like a 19 year old again cos the cars are such good fun. But todays roads and my increasingly boring adult attitude persuaded me that driving to work sieways everyday (particularly in the wet) was an accident waiting when to happen rather than if and I didnt want anyone else involved in my accident. My SO2s lasted well, given their excellent grip. As I mentioned on a previous post - I loved the car, loved the looks (and the fact that many didnt) and could even live with my best mates calling it an allegro. A testament is that I would have another! But I would have to be more in control of my teenage right foot. Still wish my other half had bought the S2000 though - excellent machine and a fabulous noise. This is a copy of a previous question I answered on the forum - I had one for a year and miss it terribly. Also check out this months Top Gear Mag... Things to look out for - mine seemed okay but did go through a vanos unit so my key tip would be to ensure you have warranty left and if not then think seriously about extended warranty from BMW Dealer. They come fairly well specc'd anyway so no real worries there. Oh thats one other thing about the coupe - the Yanks love doing it up so there are quite a few aftermarket exhausts, supercharger kits (ott) and styling kits (not my cup of tea) available. And Birds had a secondhand Scnitzer suspension kit whihc they were selling for a customer - wouldnt be surprised if they still have it. On the track it was more fun than I envisaged but the seats could do with more lateral supoprt. 162 on the clock though. search on forum for zm (search thingy at top of page - I don't know how to link you to it - don't know how things work - just drive 'em!

Anders Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20-September-2003 Location: Belgium Status: Offline Points: 29	Posted: 20-November-2003 at 21:53
	Go to http://www.z3mcoupe.com/forum/ for all your questions. Also, Evo magasine (no 045)had a buying guide, which is excellent. The only real weakness the M Coupe has is the Vanos unit. If the car has a full BMWSH then BMW normally covers any replacements. Do a search for Vanos and you will see what to look out for and what owners (E36 M3 EVO + early M Coupe and Roadster has the same engine, S50-B32) have experienced/endured with the Vanos. Edited by Anders

senna65 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 25-August-2003 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 58	Posted: 21-November-2003 at 11:05
	cheers guys