A bit sad, but the big computer suggested this to me on eBay and I spent my month’s coffee allowance on it. Annoyingly, one of the wing mirrors is broken off, but actually that adds to the authenticity of it.
What have you bought for your Zed this week?
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Did it come with a tiny bottle of oil too ?
I found a Matchbox exact replica of mine..even down to the Style 78s
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Check the sills, if rusty send it back.
You’ve also got some authentic damage to the mirror on that one too!Did it come with a tiny bottle of oil too ?
I found a Matchbox exact replica of mine..even down to the Style 78s
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Yip.. told you!.. it even has the same amount of dust and dirt on it as mine does
2 new Avon ZV7's on the front end. 
Couple of recommends on here for them, inexpensive improvement for a better response and to stop the tramlining.
Halfords, Tyres on the drive...........£163 all in.
Money well spent
Couple of recommends on here for them, inexpensive improvement for a better response and to stop the tramlining.
Halfords, Tyres on the drive...........£163 all in.
Money well spent
Been working away so got home and treated Ann-Maries Bluebell to some new brakes. 330 fronts with yellow stuff pads.
1. Replacement aerial grommet
BMW dealer price exactly the same as eBay prices but with the added benefit of an easy fit.
2.Door handle gaskets
I had to re-order as eBay seller sent 2xRHS.
One day I’ll learn…
3. Plastic spark plug cover
The silver was coming off the logo. Ordered a new one from BMW dealer - arrived all black so out with the paintbrush. Looks ok - from a distance.
Also, not really new but I refurbished the door speaker grilles. A genuine ‘5 minute job’ - not like the ones you hear from the keyboard hero mechanics elsewhere.
And also repaired the damaged triangular plug in the roof seal that was the source of a minor leak.
I am pleased with this repair because most of the YouTube vids show a horrible gloopy mess at the end, this looks no different to the other side and no more leaks.
I realised that I neglected to take any ‘before’ pictures but I think you’ll all know what they looked like.
I am stupidly pleased to be rolling back the years on my Z
BMW dealer price exactly the same as eBay prices but with the added benefit of an easy fit.
2.Door handle gaskets
I had to re-order as eBay seller sent 2xRHS.
One day I’ll learn…3. Plastic spark plug cover
Also, not really new but I refurbished the door speaker grilles. A genuine ‘5 minute job’ - not like the ones you hear from the keyboard hero mechanics elsewhere.
And also repaired the damaged triangular plug in the roof seal that was the source of a minor leak.
I am pleased with this repair because most of the YouTube vids show a horrible gloopy mess at the end, this looks no different to the other side and no more leaks.
I realised that I neglected to take any ‘before’ pictures but I think you’ll all know what they looked like.
I am stupidly pleased to be rolling back the years on my Z
What did you use to repair the triangle seal?1. Replacement aerial grommet
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BMW dealer price exactly the same as eBay prices but with the added benefit of an easy fit.
2.Door handle gaskets
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I had to re-order as eBay seller sent 2xRHS.
3. Plastic spark plug cover
View attachment 300911The silver was coming off the logo. Ordered a new one from BMW dealer - arrived all black so out with the paintbrush. Looks ok - from a distance.
Also, not really new but I refurbished the door speaker grilles. A genuine ‘5 minute job’ - not like the ones you hear from the keyboard hero mechanics elsewhere.
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And also repaired the damaged triangular plug in the roof seal that was the source of a minor leak.
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I am pleased with this repair because most of the YouTube vids show a horrible gloopy mess at the end, this looks no different to the other side and no more leaks.
I realised that I neglected to take any ‘before’ pictures but I think you’ll all know what they looked like.
I am stupidly pleased to be rolling back the years on my Z
Remember that you shouldn't totally block up the channels in that rubber stopper. Water gets under the front of the roof and drains along the channel across the top of the windacreen and into the little grooves in that rubber stopper to get down the rubber tube along the A pillar.
Instead of silicon I'd just use a bit of vaseline or gummi pflege
Instead of silicon I'd just use a bit of vaseline or gummi pflege
The repair was to re-attach the triangular piece to the main roof seal while, as you say, ensuring the channels (and everywhere else) remains clear of the adhesive. For a permanent repair, the silicone adhesive is ok if used with care. Vaseline or the other stuff would be a Band-Aid at best.
What did you actually do to the speaker grilles? Did you paint in situ?1. Replacement aerial grommet
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BMW dealer price exactly the same as eBay prices but with the added benefit of an easy fit.
2.Door handle gaskets
View attachment 300909
I had to re-order as eBay seller sent 2xRHS.
3. Plastic spark plug cover
View attachment 300911The silver was coming off the logo. Ordered a new one from BMW dealer - arrived all black so out with the paintbrush. Looks ok - from a distance.
Also, not really new but I refurbished the door speaker grilles. A genuine ‘5 minute job’ - not like the ones you hear from the keyboard hero mechanics elsewhere.
View attachment 300913
And also repaired the damaged triangular plug in the roof seal that was the source of a minor leak.
View attachment 300915
I am pleased with this repair because most of the YouTube vids show a horrible gloopy mess at the end, this looks no different to the other side and no more leaks.
I realised that I neglected to take any ‘before’ pictures but I think you’ll all know what they looked like.
I am stupidly pleased to be rolling back the years on my Z
Boot polish? That is interesting why boot polish and not plastic black paint? Just curious in case I attempt it
I’d read another thread on here recommending it for all sorts (tyres, tonneau, seats, etc) so I had it to hand. The manky speaker grilles really let down the interior but I was not at all prepared to remove door cards or mask off for painting. I’m not the best painter either - see 3rd image in post #1209 above. So, I experimented with the boot polish and it worked like magic. No more manky speaker grilles. I thought it’s easily reversible if it’s a mess but it worked great. Try it. What could possibly go wrong??? 
Interesting! Have always used a little matt black paint with a fine brush to touch in.
so this triangular thing has to be fully sealed?1. Replacement aerial grommet
BMW dealer price exactly the same as eBay prices but with the added benefit of an easy fit.
2.Door handle gaskets
I had to re-order as eBay seller sent 2xRHS.
3. Plastic spark plug cover
The silver was coming off the logo. Ordered a new one from BMW dealer - arrived all black so out with the paintbrush. Looks ok - from a distance.
Also, not really new but I refurbished the door speaker grilles. A genuine ‘5 minute job’ - not like the ones you hear from the keyboard hero mechanics else
And also repaired the damaged triangular plug in the roof seal that was the source of a minor leak.
View attachment 300915
I am pleased with this repair because most of the YouTube vids show a horrible gloopy mess at the end, this looks no different to the other side and no more leaks.
I realised that I neglected to take any ‘before’ pictures but I think you’ll all know what they looked like.
I am stupidly pleased to be rolling back the years on my Z
strangely enough mine was missing both of them and thought it was supposed to be like that for draining or something… well, well, I always learn.