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Haha hey mate - didn't realise you were a local bimmersporter! Julian - I've had a google search but can't seem to find anything. Mind you, I have no idea what to search under apart from 'rolls royce conversion'. Will keep looking. Edit 2: Looks like it has the front from a '78 Corniche, the rear looks like the Enterprise.

Hot! Yes, I recall seeing one in that colour on TM a couple of weeks ago - think it was the same plate too? Spotted a hot E92 M3 in dark blue (not sure of the paint - wasn't Jerez Black) in Mission Bay last night. Plus also saw that DIY monstrosity last weekend - the grey convertible, Rolls Royce front end, who knows what at the back. Can't tell what it initially was. Edit: removed copied pics.

Congratulations on your purchase! Very nice looking car.

I didn't realise just how aesthetically similar they were - all the body lines, lights etc are much of a muchness!

Yep, I told him about yours in the weekend

I've watched Mike drive around Hampton Downs in M Taxi, he seems to have considerable trouble driving normally... Very impressive to watch, I can only imagine what it'd be like to go for a lap with him!

Looks very nice, but $7,500 seems a bit much, no?

Thanks! A friend is looking at buying one, so let him take it for a drive. I'm pretty sure he's convinced..! Re: driveways, I'm quite lucky in our new house that there is no elevation to the garage. If it's too much of a hassle I can always take it off (or it may remove itself and save me the trouble). We'll see - it's lasted a couple of days so far....

Haha, the front does project a fair bit. We'll see how it goes, as the car's a bit lower than standard also.

Thanks Greg, I took your advice, taped the top of the rim and screws on side & bottom, and voila! What do you think, Bimmersport? Like/dislike? Paint grey/keep black? M3_Power, pm me your address and I'll send you the prize.

Hmm, a different one methinks. Hello (if you're on here) to whoever has that white e30 cab - we shared a moment. It was special.

This thread needs more photos. First to spot the location wins the prize. Disclaimer: there may not be a prize. Plinth fitted on the front - looks good, and I hope it will stop the front bumper getting as damaged from low-speed impacts. I park in malls/carparks/all over the place, so it can't be avoided. Any suggestions where to get front lip fitted?

Wasn't a white one, quite low, nice 15's by chance...? If so, I saw him on the way to Mt Eden & gave him a thumbs up - logged in to post up that I spotted him too! Very, very nice car.

Aha that makes sense now - thanks!

I wouldn't be surprised on the steering feedback - I have often thought the steering on the e46 m3 feels a bit on the light side. I think the CSL has a different steering rack, may tighten things up a bit? Had a trial fit of the new lip spoiler and it's rather low....! May be a concern for daily use, but only one way to find out. Will take it to someone who knows what they're doing, as I don't want to hack the bumper to bits trying to fit it - any suggestions?

It's a tank! Love the headlight/taillight grilles.

Let me rephrase - E36 Z3M Coupe. Sorry for the confusion. No, I'm not saying it felt worse (let alone far worse) - just different in terms of power delivery and handling. I'm sure they'd be on-par with each other performance-wise, but they go about delivering it quite differently (if that makes sense?). I'd love to own one if I could justify & afford it..! Edit: Same as this, the breadvan: Edit 2: I'd definitely be keen on going for a ride in an e36 M3; I haven't before, and they've always been one of my dream cars - I just love the shape. Was looking at a mint blurple one in WGTN when it was up for sale a while back - I think it was owned as a personal car by the dealer.

Me too Hope to get it back today, will spend some time in the garage tonight and trial fit the new lip - thanks again Greg! As an aside, I've developed a liking for the 118d I have in the meantime... not something I would've expected... but it's just so easy to drive/park/don't have to worry about it! Maybe wouldn't pick the 'modern', but beggers can't be choosers... Edit; and aside #2 I had the pleasure of driving an e36 M-Coupe in the weekend. I've been looking forward to driving one for comparison purposes. It feels like a completely different car - everything from the power delivery to the handling characteristics feels worlds apart. The latter is understandable due to the different chassis & weight, but the former was a bit of a shock. It does kind of make sense, but would've thought they'd compare given similar engine and generation. Surpising.

He's in Auckland.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/...n-511631203.htm Needs full resto, but just look at it To be fair, I'd prefer the 2002 beside it, but either would be just tops, thanks.

^^ got a lol from me! Confused yet, Lawrence?

Tints on front window different to rear...? I like the front

Hey Lawrence, Adding to what Apex said, the only thing on your list that you'd benefit from doing in a particular order is the chip. The car will need to be retuned to get the most out of a performance chip - If you are 100% sure you'll be modifying the intake/exhaust/etc in the short term it may be worth saving the chip until last to save yourself doubling-up on the tune...! Christian

Another option is the Allex/Runx - as far as I can tell it's pretty much the same as a Corolla but a Jap import with a few different trim bits. The Allex has chrome trim around the windows, the Runx has black plastic. I bought one of these 2 years ago for the wife - 2004 on 28,000kms, new condition (and I'm picky), 1.5 vvt for around $12k from memory. I recall the equivalent NZ-new Corolla was around $14-16k at the time. Not what I'd call a 'thrilling driving experience' but perfect for what it is! It's pretty hard to go past this for a reliable a-to-b around-town runner. It's on 40,000kms now; we've replaced the battery and regularly serviced it, oil is still clean and it runs like new. A free plug for Wilkinson Trading in Penrose - both Wayne and Blair are great guys; they looked after us well, and I still get a personal b'day card from them each year. Almost unheard of these days.