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kobra wheels

14 Dec 2014, 5:51pm
hi,
new to this so here goes,just bought z3 2.8.i,m about to order automotive kobra kit.
has anyone got info on fixtures and fitings and where to buy.
also i dont know which wheels and tyres to plump for ie 15 inch with big tyres.or go down the modern route.
any ideas would be appreciated.
best regards mark
15 Dec 2014, 9:06pm
i bought my kobra already fitted up from tribute but went down the more modern route and have changed all the lights for newer LED syle so have a full set of 'classic' style for sale as a job lot if your interested?
I have;
2x 7" front headlights
2x 7" chrome headlight rings
2x front amber indicators
2x rear amber indicators
2x rear red stop/tail lights
1x clear reverse ligh
1x clear fog light (red bulb)
1x chrome number plate light
2x chrome external boot hinges

Make me a good offer and there yours. (pm me)

However everything is normally sourced on ebay, and if your wanting to go the more modern route, check my build thread out, ive just put 20" alloys on mine.

Welcome to the forum and good luck with your build!
15 Dec 2014, 9:59pm
sounds good,how much would you take
15 Dec 2014, 10:39pm
dewhurst8888 wrote:
hi,
new to this so here goes,just bought z3 2.8.i,m about to order automotive kobra kit.
has anyone got info on fixtures and fitings and where to buy.
also i dont know which wheels and tyres to plump for ie 15 inch with big tyres.or go down the modern route.
any ideas would be appreciated.
best regards mark


Thank you again for your order Mark.

I have run Z3's on 15, 16, 17, 18 and 19" wheels, and personally found that 17 or 18's are the best compromise between comfort/handling/looks.

We use the following parts for a "basic" build:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/331174613188?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171133839855?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221445840466?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/380967619507?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/230950150047?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/271292602890?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/181528503605?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

You can use these as the starting reference point for you parts search.

Cobra parts such as side vents can be purchased from Europa Spares:

http://www.europaspares.com/cobra-parts.html