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#63 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [jose5010] by bornleader

Mar 30, 2010 (10:53 am)

Replying to: jose5010 (Mar 29, 2010 9:58 pm)
Jose, the moderation has recommended to me that I do not provide references to information on other websites - so my last message was blocked. I am not familiar with the transmission in the 2000 Z3 and if no one provides you an answer in this forum I suggest you Google for other website forums or contact your dealer again for a more detailed explanation of the shifter positions. I wish I could provide more help, but the rules of this forum do not allow it.
 
Regards,
 
Dave
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#64 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [bornleader] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 30, 2010 (11:18 am)

Replying to: bornleader (Mar 30, 2010 10:53 am)
If you wish to link to one post in one website (don't post the actual content here as it might be copyrighted), that's FINE. Of course, if you need to register in that website, that won't work as the link won't work.
 
I often link to a specific post in other enthusiasts' sites if they permit it. What Edmunds frowns upon is active solicitation of members to other sites for recruitment purposes. This is all spelled out in the Member Agreement which we all see when we register here.
 
So feel free to help Jose if you can find a post that directly addresses his issue.

#65 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [jose5010] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 30, 2010 (11:43 am)

Replying to: jose5010 (Mar 28, 2010 6:15 pm)
The "M" means manual, but what it does is put the transmission in the gear you select---you have to shift out of every gear yourself. This button confuses a lot of people. It's possible for instance, that if you press M while driving down the highway, when you come to a stop, you'll start out again in 4th gear---not a great idea---UNLESS---you *want* to do that, say for snow conditions.
 
My advice would be, that unless you are slipping badly in snow, to ignore that button and just downshift manual in the regular "A" mode.

#66 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [bornleader] by jose5010

Mar 30, 2010 (12:34 pm)

Replying to: bornleader (Mar 30, 2010 10:53 am)
Hey Dave I understand but THANK YOU VERY MUCH for your help you are a great person and hopefully a good friend!!!! I went to the only dealer in town today for a part and again asked them the dreaded A/M button question on my car and there best guess is close to what Mr. ShiftRight stated in the e-mail to me along with yours.It's still ironic that BMW of San Antonio cannot answer a simple question as mine??????? Again no matter what anybodys Thanks very much for youe help!!!!!!!!!!

#67 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [jose5010] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 30, 2010 (5:09 pm)

Replying to: jose5010 (Mar 30, 2010 12:34 pm)
Even people in the BMW club are confused about that button

#68 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [Mr_Shiftright] by jose5010

Mar 30, 2010 (6:27 pm)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 30, 2010 5:09 pm)
Yea, I know all the dealer or the book can tell me is that it puts the car in 4th gear and leaves it there until you press the button again,which if you come to a stop you need a heavy foot to get the car moving.I guess I'll take the BMW service tech's guess that it is for highway use???????????????This is the way the book lays it out D-DRIVE/ 3-SPORTS FEATURE HIGHER REV'S GIVING YOU MORE POWER OUT OF THE ENGINE/2&1 ARE FOR TOWING!!!!!!!!!!

#69 of 104 Re: 2000 Z3 [jose5010] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 30, 2010 (10:08 pm)

Replying to: jose5010 (Mar 30, 2010 6:27 pm)
I think the M button is really a primitive form of traction control, to prevent you from spinning the wheels on snow or ice.

#70 of 104 Re: KN Filter / Warranty ? [spirolli] by 55396

May 25, 2011 (12:41 pm)

Replying to: spirolli (Jul 15, 2002 7:09 pm)
"Do you mean if I install the KN Air Filter, I break the bmw factory warranty?"
 
Doesn't really matter. If something happens, just put the stock one back on before you take it in. Pricky dealer if he would make a hassle out of that anyway. A supercharger would be a different story.

#71 of 104 My new Z by 55396

May 25, 2011 (2:00 pm)

I just bought a 96 Z3. OK, I wanted a Boxster but didn't find one, then this Z3 dropped into my lap for about 1/3 the cost, so thought what the heck. I can try it and resell it. We had tried out another but neither of us liked it. A dog. Probably not use to it yet and city traffic. 78k for about $5k 2 years ago. 109k on this one but mechanically very sound. I wanted the 6 cylinder. but have changed my mind. This 4 cylinder is really a gem and doesn't perform bad at all. The body is solid but a bit rough and the paint really should be taken down before repaint. The people I bought it from said they had an estimate of $1300 which I knew was wrong. Or maybe it was from 1990. Many shops said they won't do complete paint jobs anymore because of material costs., Just want collision work.
 
Boy, did I have sticker shock when I priced a paint job. $4800 from a GM dealer. Another guy guessed at $8000. One good shop was $2500 but I used to buddy around with his dad, so maybe he treated me right. Some suggested looking for part time guys or small shops that may need the work. Still looking with a $1500 target but I may strip it myself. One guy said anyone can shoot the case coat as it won't run. May try it. But for now, I'll just try to fill the chips and may try slightly contrasting colors on the depressed area by the 3rd brake light, between the tail lights and maybe the hood bulge. Anyone have a reference to unique paint jobs? Now is the time to play as I can correct it with the paint job. I just picked up some dark blue spray cans. I think I can mix a lighter and darker color to get a good match to cover all the white primer chips. Anything is better that it is now. BMW wants $28 for 2 little bottles of touckup. Comments welcome.

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