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How have you got on with diagnosing the fault? Had to do a running repair on my Z3 in the week as the original intake trunking had perished and was drawing unregulated air through the hole and the car ran incredibly rough - replaced the part with the new one that I had in the boot for years and runs great now Another thing worth trying when its running on song is using super-unleaded - has made the world of difference the flat spot at around 2000rpm which has disappeared since using the higher octane (and lower ethanol) fuel

congratualtions! a new beast to the stables 🙂 Hopefully the X5 will be accepting of the its new companion

It's a good thought and may be able to create one in the near future when updating the site

First thoughts were cam / crank sensors but unless the new ones are faulty then I would start looking at the fuel system. If the car has been stood for a while then I would firstly look at changing the fuel filter - rarely changed as its an expensive part and also tucked away under the sill. Also look at the battery connections and it may also have an SRS power cutout on the positive cable which may also be faulty but be careful testing this as it has an explosive charge

I know that feeling Dave, same thing after rolling out from under my Z3 at the weekend and the realisation that I'm not 21 anymore 🙂

Superb news for older models of BMW, even up to the Z4 https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/offers-and-services/bmw-classic-reproductions.html

Superb news for older models of BMW, even up to the Z4 https://www.bmwgroup-classic.com/en/offers-and-services/bmw-classic-reproductions.html

What a lovely genuine early 3 series, looks in superb condition from the photos you posted. I'm sure there would be no problem in selling it, just a bit difficult to judge the value. You are welcome to place an advert in the For Sale section of this forum and invite offers for it. https://www.bimmerownersclub.com/forums/forum/29-bmw-cars-for-sale/

Merry Christmas to the members of the Bimmer Owners Club Enjoy the festive break and see you back here in 2025

And a Happy Christmas to you also Dave, and to all the members on this forum. Let's hope its a nice restful time for all - until New Year's Eve at least.....Enjoy!

This is what was possibly fitted to put the light out originally EMULATOR Link The site link has lots of information about the problem with the seat mat which causes the fault

Yes sorry about that unexpected interlude The site had an update which inadvertently switched the site offline - but now back and should be even smoother with the new improved upgrades 🙂

Glad you found the source of the leak and hopefully the MIL will stay off

That's the part (plastic housings) that you do not want to tighten up too much as it can distort the housing and cause the flap to stick on movement

My 2.0 litre Z3 doesn't give any induction sounds on slight throttle Just wondering if the Jubillee Clips may be tightened too much as when they clamp the can actually go out of (round) shape. If they are new hoses then they should fit snug and the clips just lend some clamping effect to the assembly. Worth slackening them off slightly to see if this gets rid of the noise

Hi Steven....welcome to the Club A fine collection of Zed's and would definitely snap up the 2.8 if I had the money Good luck with the sale and feel free to post up any content about Z3's anytime

Mainly issues from sitting in a garage for a couple of years, flat battery but runs beautifully once charged. Failed on two tyres which were at the end of their life two years ago, brakes sticking in caliper carrier so removed, cleaned up, lubed and refitted with a brake fluid change. Cleaned up headlamps and needed realigning.....jobs a good one and less than £50 in parts

Well, she's back out and on the road after a two year layup, with all the rain we've had just didn't feel inspired to dig her out of her resting place...until now! MOT test - two tyres, brakes needed cleaning up and fluid change and headlamps cleaning. Still surprises me (although it shouldn't really) that after jump starting and she fired up instantly after not running for two years. Very little required to recommission back onto the road and enjoy the sunshine once more. For a 24 year old car with 115k miles - BMW certainly did make quality cars in the day

Glad that sorted the issue....cheap fix and worth carrying a spare as I seem to recall they are the same both sides?

An interesting topic, I have considering getting one for my motorbike key (cost hundreds to replace if lost) so at £35 for an AirTag it's worth a punt. However, not sure how effective it is as it relies on Bluetooth and can only triangulate to a rough area then I guess it tracks more accurately once you are within that area. Also, have read that some airlines won't let them be used when traveling as they can affect the plane's electronics. Once I get one, will update this post to let you know pros and cons but I guess for that money it's worth a try as cheaper than replacing a key

I think Dave has hit the nail on the head with the name of this component https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2499334.m570.l1313&_nkw=bmw+z4+bonnet+buffer+stop&_sacat=131090

feel free to post up any photos of the Z3 as may help to sell it

Hi...welcome to the Club I have a soft top complete with the fabric (which isn't in too bad condition) but the rear screen needs replacing - you can have it free of charge and located in Bournemouth. Already removed from the car You can get replacement screens to fit by yourself and a lot easier if you have the hood removed from the car already https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/335292667774?itmmeta=01HSBDG7M4AHAARP66PWMDBHJA&hash=item4e1100177e:g:VycAAOSwux5YYXC6&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4GA%2B0WhxFIsKr0WPjb9uJ%2FhuU1p3eCP2uiWl9oAUctlVbFR7uu8zz2dcNKHi%2Fisp%2FVwMCJJb2RpN%2BJmAKFhavLBb0BVXxXwzvu70ohM2x2JyWE8ObVCSxRyytSP31SdbnIrXsQElnvmcuHqIhFmWxRqJljyattaZFRHU%2BSOw%2BztgYXPrPYdvuSBMjhWntRmE%2BckCruO7rQdeB40xXl%2BuUEhckd5MAc32yRcYDHw5i06gli5gGXwgOo2Yneq%2FAROO%2FSI9cohd59a0WWsako%2FhZTMAF2XhfK%2Bibo4RbqzIXKB6|tkp%3ABk9SR6b6wO3KYw

By the sounds of it you are having major electrical issues with you Zed I found similar issues stemmed from water collecting in the boot area (on the left hand side under some trim cover) removed the cover and found a pool of water that had flooded out the electronic components in there which control the alarm system so possibly start there

Hi Robin......and welcome to the Club Membership packs usually take between 7 to 10 days to generate and dispatch so yours should be with your shortly. You should also now be able to access the online discounts section I have private messaged you with your membership number