My new Monaco Blue Z4M

[308tr6]

So I've had it for a week or so....time to get started. Tires were pretty knackered - the rears at least, so that was an obvious. I looked at a 1000 wheel threads and just couldn't make a decision, so staying stock for now - I kinda like them. Maybe another day for that. Pickup tires tomorrow - Potenza's in stock size.

Basically doing a complete fluids change, and since its up on the lift might as well put a new exhaust on (Stromung). (ya gotta do something while the oil is draining) I was amazed at how easy this was - literally a couple hours. Pic is with everything "started" I will tighten and try to get the tips as aligned as possible.

Anyway, started down the slippery slope.....thanks to all you sick bastards.

[SDCoupe]

That blue looks black in photos. Interesting.

[JonM]

Super cool colors! Nice ride.

[Finnegan]

Originally Posted by 308tr6

So I've had it for a week or so....time to get started. Tires were pretty knackered - the rears at least, so that was an obvious. I looked at a 1000 wheel threads and just couldn't make a decision, so staying stock for now - I kinda like them. Maybe another day for that. Pickup tires tomorrow - Potenza's in stock size.

Basically doing a complete fluids change, and since its up on the lift might as well put a new exhaust on (Stromung). (ya gotta do something while the oil is draining) I was amazed at how easy this was - literally a couple hours. Pic is with everything "started" I will tighten and try to get the tips as aligned as possible.

Anyway, started down the slippery slope.....thanks to all you sick bastards.

Hey, that's what we're here for!

Congratulations on a very nice find.

[Punisher3.0si]

Originally Posted by SDCoupe

That blue looks black in photos. Interesting.

Yeah that's what it looks like in the shade too. It's pretty cool because it's like having a car with two different colors.

I love the gloves hiding the plate numbers! At first I was like wtf is that haha

[308tr6]

So I got the oil changed without issue. Looking at diff and trans...googling around I saw some mention of "one use plugs". You can re-use these right? Or???? I have never heard of one use plugs before, but then I have never owned a BMW before....

[JayyLebron]

Originally Posted by Huz-Z

If it's the same color as my SI then your car is Montego blue.

And congrats to the OP on the awesome new ride!!

No sir, definitely same color as OPs car.

[Efthreeoh]

Congrats on finding the car you were looking for. I like your shop too. What brand of heater is that sitting up in the corner? I've got a Modine Hot Dawg, which I'm not impressed with (reliability sucks), so I'm looking for a new shop heater. I have the same saw horses BTW

Thanks

[308tr6]

Originally Posted by Efthreeoh

Congrats on finding the car you were looking for. I like your shop too. What brand of heater is that sitting up in the corner? I've got a Modine Hot Dawg, which I'm not impressed with (reliability sucks), so I'm looking for a new shop heater. I have the same saw horses BTW

Thanks

Thanks, the shop is a bit dirty (another day), but it is a nice place to work. The heater is a REZNOR, and I have never had an issue with it.

[XMetal]

Originally Posted by 308tr6

So I got the oil changed without issue. Looking at diff and trans...googling around I saw some mention of "one use plugs". You can re-use these right? Or???? I have never heard of one use plugs before, but then I have never owned a BMW before....

The plugs have built-in rubber sealing o-rings so it's iffy to reuse them. If it leaks reusing them, then you'll have to change them out, which means draining away all that expensive BMW-magical-unicorn diff fluids The plugs are relatively inexpensive, so it's not worth the risk of having leaking trans or diff - IMHO.

[Efthreeoh]

Originally Posted by 308tr6

Thanks, the shop is a bit dirty (another day), but it is a nice place to work. The heater is a REZNOR, and I have never had an issue with it.

Thanks. I'll check it out. Every 5 years or so my Hot Dawg needs a new exhaust fan. It's a high efficiency unit so it needs a stainless steel exhaust for the acid in the exhaust gas, but for some reason they designed and built it with a galvanized squirrel cage... I tried to get the specs on the fan from Modine (the manufacturer) and find a stainless version, but they wouldn't give them up.

Again thanks for the info. Enjoy the M!

[308tr6]

Originally Posted by XMetal

The plugs have built-in rubber sealing o-rings so it's iffy to reuse them. If it leaks reusing them, then you'll have to change them out, which means draining away all that expensive BMW-magical-unicorn diff fluids The plugs are relatively inexpensive, so it's not worth the risk of having leaking trans or diff - IMHO.

OK, makes sense. I am more troubled by getting it perfectly aligned on my lift than anything. So will have to do it another day and wait for my magical plugs to arrive in the mail.

[308tr6]

So, this was on my to do list and is done...(except for waiting on diff/trans plugs to do that)

Fluids change
Stubby antenna
CDV replacement
Stromung Exhaust
New tires (not wheels)
Rear brake pads

50K mileage car, very strong and solid, I am not a track guy. Anything else you guys think I should consider? Frankly it runs and feels awesome, nothing is bothering me, no weird noises, etc. The sound system bass is probably the biggest disappointment, but not exactly a problem...might check to see if the speaker is blown or something.

[Steeler]

Originally Posted by 308tr6

So, this was on my to do list and is done...(except for waiting on diff/trans plugs to do that)

Fluids change
Stubby antenna
CDV replacement
Stromung Exhaust
New tires (not wheels)
Rear brake pads

50K mileage car, very strong and solid, I am not a track guy. Anything else you guys think I should consider? Frankly it runs and feels awesome, nothing is bothering me, no weird noises, etc. The sound system bass is probably the biggest disappointment, but not exactly a problem...might check to see if the speaker is blown or something.

Check out threads on coding to the roadster setup for your bass issue
Most guys were surprised by the results

[Hammam]

I love monaco blue ! Nice Ride!

I just bought a monaco blue m coupe which is currently in the process of a RHD->LHD conversion

Will post some pictures in the near future.

[Mtxzptlk]

Nice Find OP!
Another member to the MB Posse lol.

Looking forward to seeing what you do.

Here's a pic of mine i snapped yesterday. Pardon the quality

[308tr6]

Originally Posted by Mtxzptlk

Nice Find OP!
Another member to the MB Posse lol.

Looking forward to seeing what you do.

Here's a pic of mine i snapped yesterday. Pardon the quality

That looks awesome, kind of wished I went with new wheels when I bought tires, but still can.....yours look great

[308tr6]

Wow its been awhile - a little over 3 years. So, obviously not been following the forum, etc., but still enjoying the car (summers only here in the frozen tundra)

Anyway, it is a garage queen, very stock, mileage about 59K ish. I am driving it rather infrequently.

Thinking about a sale, can someone clue me in on price situation recently? Up/down, sideways?

Thanks.

[KevinC]

Prices have risen for desirable examples in the past few years. I sold my first one in mid-2015 - that was pretty much the bottom of the market. Prices slowly & steadily rising since. Your car is a very rare color, and VERY rare interior combo, plus non-nav is a definite plus, and extended light sepang leather is a HUGE plus IMHO. 59k miles not silly-low but still low. My guess? $38k with the "right" buyer? Though finding that buyer could take a while. My advice? HANG ON TO IT!! I immediately regretted selling my first one, finally got around to replacing it late last year, and I plan on keeping this one for the duration.

[308tr6]

Hey thanks for the feedback, much appreciated. I agree with the just hang on to it theory, but my motorcycle interests are getting a tad out of control (in a good way). I just need to thin the herd (or win the lottery).

It is still a very desireable car - people comment and kids stare at it all the time and ask me how fast it will go - ha!

I know this sounds like a lame sales pitch, but I don't think there is a better value in the used sports car world right now.

[Andyh1]

Congrats on the car... I do agree with the fact that Dallas roads just suck. I live in Houston and have traveled to Dallas over the years, constantly under construction. Not a fan...

You do have a rare color ….seems like you are going through the right items to freshen up the car.
I also added a stromung set up and a CAI....the sound is pure awesomeness.
enjoy.....

[wdb]

Here are some recent prices from Bring A Trailer auctions. The most recent one went for $33K. Rare interior color -- yours! But not a particularly rare exterior color. 38K miles. It seems to me that mileage is a big factor in what these cars will bring on BaT.

https://bringatrailer.com/bmw/z4-m-coupe/