Electric Z3 and Z4 conversions?

[Clockwatcher]

Looks like someone is considering building an electrically powered Z3 and Z4!

Z3: https://www.diyelectriccar.com/forums/showthread.php/ev-conversion-bmw-z3-68693.html
Z4: https://www.diyelectriccar.com/forums/showthread.php/bmw-z4-conversion-kostov-ac-dci-60127.html

CW

 

[Stevo7682]

Someone has already done this to a zed 3 I remember reading about it on here not long after I joined someone else may know where the thread is

 

[Clockwatcher]

Stevo, found it. I think.... https://zroadster.org/threads/electric-z3-conversion.16391/ I wonder how practical this will become as the technology evolves? Although it won't beat the sound of a straight 6!

 

[roadvoyager1]

Makes an interesting read. Be interesting to understand where they would put the battery packs, how the weight balance would be affected and what changes would be needed on the suspension.
Also no mention of things like heater, air con and brake servo in costings.

 

[LeoIWH]

Hi there I am currently converting one into electric, I believe mine would be the first Ac swapped z3 you can find out here
https://www.facebook.com/Convert2Electric/

 

[Sean d]

Its just wrong, its like being a heterosexual and not liking women

 

[LeoIWH]

I am doing this project as father and son (i am son) and it would be very uniquely special

 

[Clockwatcher]

LeolWH,

It is going to be interesting to see how you solve all the many challenges that face the manufacturers as you progress towards getting her on the road again. If you can, would you post updates on the forum? Not everyone uses Facebook.

All the very best with your endevour.

CW

 

[LeoIWH]

yes, of course, id love to but how do I post as I don't know how to post on here or create a thread?
thanks

 

[Clockwatcher]

LeolWH,

If you go to the forums page, select "Progress Threads" In the top right is a box called "Post New Thread". Click on this. Then just give your post a title, and write away. It will allow you to add files and pictures, and review your entry before you "post" it. You can also go back into it later and edit it.

CW

 

[t-tony]

yes, of course, id love to but how do I post as I don't know how to post on here or create a thread?
thanks

hi @LeoIWH at the top of this page you'll see the heading "General Car Stuff or non-Zed Specific Stuff" , click on that and you will see a box to the right saying "Post New Thread", click on that and type your message.
To upload pictures, click on the "Upload a File" tab and browse your pictures to add to the post. When ready click on Post New Thread.

Tony.

 

[LeoIWH]

Thanks guys for the help!

 

[5harp3y]

I'd love an electric z3

 

[Clockwatcher]

LeolWH,

I have only been a member for a short period, but ZRoadster.org is definitely one of the best and most friendliest places I have found on the net.

CW

 

[LeoIWH]

if my project is successful I may start a limited small production for sale to the general public possibly

not mine https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/car-Electric-cars-Electric-vehicles-EV-Conversion-BMW-Z3/113175992635
but there is one out there which is a dc and I believe this is way overpriced and it is a dc kit it should be worth around under £10000

 

[LeoIWH]

LeolWH,

I have only been a member for a short period, but ZRoadster.org is definitely one of the best and most friendliest places I have found on the net.

CW

agree!

 

[Sean d]

I'd love an electric z3

Really, what about the throaty exhaust

 

[LeoIWH]

can add a fake v8 noise like the bmw i8!

 

[t-tony]

can add a fake v8 noise like the bmw i8!

I like the i8.

Tony.

 

[5harp3y]

Really, what about the throaty exhaust

i dont mind how electric cars sound plus the performance is already better than internal combustion