ZM Roadster (z3) - maintenance queries

[adamwakefield]

Hi all
As per post re ZM wanted just on the look out for a z m roadster.

Im currently in conversations over a certain car, and the owners been very transparent in a couple of bits that need sorting on the car.
Wondered if I might pick your brains on potential costs for works on a couple of items.

- Requires new roof - any idea on costs and reputable companies (south east England).​

- A/C not working - not sure if this is just a regass but knowing classic A/C systems know this can often be allot more (rads / compressors etc.). Any views on worst case for an A/C overhaul on a ZM?

I know with the A/C you might argue not needed (roof down) but important as I do an annual trip to LeMans and it can get very hot! 😊

Thanks in advance chaps 👍🏻
Adam

[SZM Cars]

Quick Google search:

Supply new roof - around £1k mark
Supply + fit - around £1.5-2k

With the roof you can choose your colour. Same prices.

Air con - most likely a regas around £100

I'll come back to you with prices for radiator and compressor.

[2 sMoKiN bArReLs]

Have you actually road tested one? I had one back in the day and it was a horrible thing.

[SZM Cars]

SZM Cars said:

OEM BMW parts prices:

Radiator £434.93
Air con compressor £1325.50

Aftermarket radiator - probably around £300

eBay best to find used A/C compressor

Since you are having a transparent conversation with the current owner, ask them to do a leak test and air con regas.

Maybe they are willing to pay £100 for the sake of getting a sale or you may want to opt pay £100 to avoid a larger expense.

If that doesn't solve things and fix the air con, then negotiate the discount with the current owner knowing the part prices and come to a fair minded agreement somewhere in the middle.

[adamwakefield]

Thanks allot for the input and prices SZM!
That’s very useful as a guide.

Also, agree it’s worth having a conversation with the seller to see if they’ll re-gas to rule that out 1st.

Appreciate yr help !

Edited by adamwakefield on Sunday 24th August 23:47

[adamwakefield]

2 sMoKiN bArReLs - that bad ??