For Sale URGENT help request, car check :)

[John767]

Hey guys,

I'm back in the UK and started looking for a Zed again..

I've found this, spoke to the guy, thinking of flying there tomorrow. He's saying all is good and well and stuff.
It actually seems that the add has been on for quite a while from what I've been managed to google up.

Is there any chance that any of you seen the car? I would hate to fly there and fly back.. Also, if there's a chance that anyone mechanically knowledgeable on here is from the area, help with check would be greatly appreciated, thinking of flying there tomorrow....
https://www.gumtree.com/p/bmw/bmw-z3-1.9-petrol-1998-r-reg/1217781864

Thanks!

(I assume I'll have to change the differential for normal use, any comments as of what to expect of the 3.45? Thanks)

 

[t-tony]

@Bozzy, @Mint, @MidlifeZ , @billz @Mac Romans

Tony.

 

[John767]

Thanks Tony, greatly appreciated!

 

[DavidM]

A cheap car - it would definitely need a good inspection from someone near before booking a flight.

 

[John767]

Yea.. There are the two worries that come with that a) something might be wrong with it.. b) it might be good and might get snatched meanwhile.. :-(

 

[t-tony]

Where have you got to fly from John?

Tony.

 

[John767]

I live about 40 miles west from Glasgow, so get to Glasgow and fly down..

 

[John767]

It's not a long flight but it's still the whole day wasted as well as money if it doesn't go right

 

[Bozzy]

Just looked at the ad which says it has a "welder" diff,what's that ?.

Steve

 

[John767]

Assuming a typo?

 

[GazHyde]

Just looked at the ad which says it has a "welder" diff,what's that ?

Could be a mistype of welded diff, if so then it's been modified for drifting... basically you open the diff casing and weld every thing up so both wheels spin at the same time... if it has, then stay well clear!

 

[Sean d]

Wouldn't go near that car as the number plate is in totally the wrong place

 

[John767]

Does it mean the car got f*cked up? Or just replacing the diff would do the trick?

 

[Sean d]

Could be a mistype of welded diff, if so then it's been modified for drifting... basically you open the diff casing and weld every thing up so both wheels spin at the same time... if it has, then stay well clear!

trying to drift a 1.9, must be hammered

 

[Bozzy]

Assuming a typo?

Could be a typo,but if it meant to read welded diff what does that mean ?.
I may have time tomorrow to have a look but can't promise as I have to give my zed a good look over ready for Sunday's track day.
@Synclare would be better qualified to check it out with his mechanical background.

 

[Sean d]

Could be a typo,but if it meant to read welded diff what does that mean ?.
I may have time tomorrow to have a look but can't promise as I have to give my zed a good look over ready for Sunday's track day.
@Synclare would be better qualified to check it out with his mechanical background.

What track day are you doing pal

 

[GazHyde]

trying to drift a 1.9, must be hammered

It's technique rather than outright power in most cases. Power helps, but skill can overcome!

There's a few things about this car that flags warnings for me personally...

 

[John767]

Bozzy, it would be MASSIVELY appreciated. I'm not in a position to be flying up and down for no result.. as I've taken up studying again..

The flags are definitely there, but wouldn't want to miss the chance in case it's good.. The price range is ideal for me just now, but than again that's assuming the car is alright..

 

[Sean d]

It's technique rather than outright power in most cases. Power helps, but skill can overcome!

There's a few things about this car that flags warnings for me personally...

Still needs a lot of RPM mate

 

[GazHyde]

Still needs a lot of RPM mate

Totally agree, but if you've seen some of the vids of 1.9s drifting on YouTube then you'd be surprised how good they are at it!