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15th February 2014, 16:28
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Z3 cobra coupe? Modern Daytona
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15th February 2014, 21:15
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... where I'm from its rains a lot...
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The UK?
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15th February 2014, 21:36
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As far as I understand it, if a car has a "proper" chassis like most triumphs,
you can do almost anything to it without the dreaded IVA.
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16th February 2014, 08:58
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Neemo - Yes, there will be a hardtop and other options later, but I cannot afford more time/expense on the project, and there would be just that involved in offering all the options from day one. I need to get some kits sold and out the door to re-coupe my investment so far. We will be taking deposits from this week, with delivery of the first kits in 4 weeks time.
Madasun - I like the look of the "shooting brake" Z3 but have you seen the price of them? There is room under the Z3 front wheel wells, I think, to do the sidepipes as the "HOT ROD" picture above shows, but there would be some clver pipework under the car needed. I personaly prefer that look to the chrome banana bunch pipes on most cobra's, but each to their own.
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16th February 2014, 11:26
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totally understand that Chris, its good to know that the roof etc is on the cards further down the road,
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16th February 2014, 12:14
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I'm not sure what value there is in providing a hard top option - the BMW standard soft top can presumably remain in place and AFAIK it's a good watertight roof (much better than most kit cars) and I think the AC Cobra is a much better looking car in its soft top format.
As a novice builder, I'd be more interested in being able to buy a complete kit - ie panels, brightwork, lights, mirrors, locks and electrical fittings all in one bundle with a view to being able to do the conversion quickly and without the hassle of sourcing parts that don't quite fit... But thats just my view.
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16th February 2014, 15:54
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BMW already do a hardtop for the Z3.... It may not have the 'fastback' styling, but it would make the car 'winterproof...'
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16th February 2014, 17:24
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I have been using my Z3 (Z300S Barchetta)with the standard soft top all winter long. The only issue I get it that it is a bit boomey with the roof up and side exit cherry bombs. Bearable for a commute from Southampton to Stevenage but a bit boomey.
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16th February 2014, 19:59
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BMW already do a hardtop for the Z3.... It may not have the 'fastback' styling, but it would make the car 'winterproof...'
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BMW and others. Hamann's look great imo:
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16th February 2014, 20:45
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That is much nicer than the B M one....bet it costs a pretty penny...
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17th February 2014, 10:21
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The standard Z3 hardtops are not too difficult to get hold of but I´m not sure about the price. The Hamann hardtops look very good but have a price of around 3820 Eur. So a fastback Cobra hardtop option for this Kobra kit could be interesting, (if the price was right).
Check out the different hardtop configurations in the photos:
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17th February 2014, 10:36
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The photos didn`t appear in the previous message.
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17th February 2014, 19:08
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i think the fastback makes the design flow well
one thing to remember is the rarity of the BMW roof fitting brackets if using original mounting points
they go secondhand on ebay from 300-500 quid
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19th February 2014, 19:58
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19th February 2014, 20:50
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Excellent job, side on, i'm still not sure about... need to see lowered version. I know its very easy to critisize... sorry.
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20th February 2014, 01:05
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I love it, never a big fan of fake snakes, like the idea of a modern concept car with reto looks though, would need to be badged as a Tribute and have modern led lights. Thought I was done with kits obviously not. I want one.
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20th February 2014, 01:48
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Your best work yet.
Anyone want to buy an MX5???
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20th February 2014, 06:05
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Thanks guys. I will do a spot of Photoshop later for the full effect.
Now taking deposits for delivery in 4 weeks. Happy to take your MX5 in part exchange Tytek
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20th February 2014, 06:08
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Happy to take your MX5 in part exchange
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Stop it!!!
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20th February 2014, 06:30
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That is awesome . Brilliant .
I think after our visit to stoneleigh we will be having another "chat"
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