http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/ (1996 - 2002) In 1996 BMW added the Z3 to the lineup. First available only with the 1.9 liter engine, the Z3 went on to carry every 6 cylinder produced between 1996 and 2002. A fun, sporty little 2 seater came both in convertible and coupe form. Being a bit of a “parts bin” car, the Z3 is part E30, part E36, but all original. en Thu, 17 May 2012 06:59:35 GMT vBulletin 60 http://images.bimmerforums.com/vb3images/misc/rss.jpg http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/ http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837769&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 04:56:37 GMT Hi guys! This just happened today: Image: http://i.imgur.com/lCFMg.jpg Image:... Hi guys! This just happened today:


I am brand new to the forums and also brand new the the z3 family :] 2002 3.0

I am curious what is the best way to go about fixing this little problem. It looks like contact cement might work, but I am curious if you guys had something else in mind.

I look forward to your responses.

All the best
Black~ ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) blackburnzero http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837769 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837676&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 01:10:16 GMT Like the title says! Like the title says! ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) yacob555 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837676 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837655&goto=newpost Thu, 17 May 2012 00:16:00 GMT Can someone please send me the glovebox fix from the group buy, I am unable to reach the seller as... Can someone please send me the glovebox fix from the group buy, I am unable to reach the seller as her PMs are full.

Also are additional screws required? And how easy is it to get it installed as I am a noob.

Looking forward hearing from Y'all. ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) spider310 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837655 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837644&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 23:56:22 GMT Hi all,

As I'm sure some of you may recall, I gave my Z3 to my Mother as a 'thanks for being a great Mom' gift back in January. I said I'd get another Z and be back at some point. Well, I did! Sort of............. I won't be a regular on here (for obvious reasons) like I was before but I thought I'd pop in and say hello and let you know that I did indeed re-join the Z Roadster world!

Last Thursday I was mentioning to someone that I rather liked the styling of the new Z4. That's all it was, a quick two minute statement. Before I knew it I had bought one the very next day. As of Friday, I am once again a BMW Roadster owner (and I still have my 99' 328i Convertible).


Here are some quick shots taken when I bought it.







]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) E36ic4Me http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837644 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837574&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 21:21:38 GMT Anyone going to bimmerfest this year? Anyone going to bimmerfest this year? ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) Shoe Coupe http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837574 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837529&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 20:04:49 GMT Hi all.., anyone know where I can get a Z3M engine harness for the S54 ? please email me... Hi all.., anyone know where I can get a Z3M engine harness for the S54 ?

please email me directly phil@inofstreet.com

Thanks. ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) philom5 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837529 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837510&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 19:32:07 GMT Found this Coupe posted for sale in South Africa today. I think it's a great color on the Coupe! The seller didn't list a color of the vinyl wrap, but to me it look a lot like Lamborghini Grigio Telesto (except non-metallic). I think there are some Audi colors that are similar, but not quite the same.

What do you guys think about this Coupe?


http://www.coupeaday.com/2012/05/16/...telesto-vinyl/ ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) Jeremy http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837510 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837471&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 18:10:15 GMT 1997 Z3, 1.9 L
I'm combining information from 2 previous posts. Recently I have had a squealing noise from the engine bay after driving a bit. The sound seemed to be coming from the belt path area on the driver's side or possibly on that side of the engine. When I shut off the engine, the squeal seems to wind down and stop. I had also noticed that the idle seemed slower and a bit more rough than normal. Yesterday I removed the belts and checked everything that turns. The idler and tension pulleys spun freely with no evidence of binding. Pushed and pulled on the water pump pulley and found barely perceptible play. Spun the alternator pulley and thought I detected a slight squeak. Decided to put the belts back on and come back to it later. When I started the engine there was an almost immediate squealing. When I went to check on it I just by chance put my hand on top of the emissions control pump. There was a slight give in the top of the pump and the squealing stopped. I could also feel air blowing beside the pump. With the squealing stopped I could also hear a hissing from the top, rear of the engine. I also found a vacuum leak at the crankcase vent valve. When I shut off the engine the hissing sound gradually went away. Started the car today and there was no immediate squeal but it was idling rough. Is it possible that both the emissions control pump and crankcase vent valve are both bad? Could this be the source of the squealing after driving a while? I saw another post regarding the emissions control pump squealing when the car was first started. Any suggestions? Do I risk further damage by driving the car? ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) slocum5jo http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837471 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837368&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 13:53:49 GMT Found this for my 01 Z3M and same for most other BMWs I've owned.

http://repair-manuals.blogspot.com/2...al-repair.html ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) CMM3 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837368 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837347&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 12:49:01 GMT I've installed race seats, both Pass & Drivers side.
Of course I now have an glowing air bag light that I'd like to put out.

My understanding is that for the drivers seat the only electronic sensor that might trip the AB light is the seat belt tensioner.
While on the pass seat there is a seat belt tensioner and a occupancy sensor.

There is a single large connector that I have retained easy access to that was connected to the pass seat.

I've done some searching but was only able to locate information pertaining to older models.

Does anyone know of a solution to get the AB light out in my car.
I'd really appreciate help with this. ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) CMM3 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837347 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837334&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 11:41:56 GMT Need a little help. What are the two components circled in the attached photo? What do they do? I... Need a little help. What are the two components circled in the attached photo? What do they do? I seem to have air leaks at both places and low, rough idle. ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) slocum5jo http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837334 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837299&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 06:58:51 GMT Seeing the awesome potential in making the already perfect roadstar design with widening projects... Seeing the awesome potential in making the already perfect roadstar design with widening projects got me thinking.

It can receive extra two inches in the inner part without any mods .we all saw it done successfully. Or was it 1.5" eventually?

I'm missing another 1-2 inches in the outer lip to be flush with the body.
Seeing the FMU (sp?) roadster shows that's possible too.

What are the limits inside and outside to make this project without the need for any body mods or the need of spacing? And crazy camber...

What are the tire possibilities for these extreme roadstars?

Thanks in advance!! ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) DrSasha http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837299 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837241&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 03:41:23 GMT The lower part of my bumper needs a lil repair from scratches and rock chips ... I ve bought the... The lower part of my bumper needs a lil repair from scratches and rock chips ... I ve bought the OEM touch up bottles from my local dealer but .. the color doesnt match, and it leaves some brushing pattern when i apply the paint.I think any spray paint would work better than these thing. So what brand and color code that you have used ? Thanks for any input. ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) gioioi http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837241 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837223&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 03:03:35 GMT is it possible to fit 17×9 tires:205/40/17 at the front of a 2000 roadster without doing any... is it possible to fit 17×9 tires:205/40/17 at the front of a 2000 roadster without doing any modifications ? ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) kmcc http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837223 http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837221&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 03:03:28 GMT is it possible to fit 17×9 tires:205/40/17 at the front of a 2000 roadster without doing any... is it possible to fit 17×9 tires:205/40/17 at the front of a 2000 roadster without doing any modifications ? ]]> Z3 (E36/7, E36/8) kmcc http://forums.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1837221