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No doubt he is one that values the extended warranty that carries on for up to 13 years I believe, providing of course it is not modded; all services done by a Porsche dealer; Porsche approved 'N' rated tyres only used, etc etc. Something not lost on me and to be honest the Cayman I have has virtually every option on it that matters to make it a pure driving delight. Except..... I do not have the same confidence in the P Zero's (in the wet) as I had with the MPSS on my two previous cars and would love to fit MPS4s that strangely are not 'N' rated by Porsche. Be glad to un-sorn it this weekend with the lock-in ending and enjoy driving it again!

As I have said before, the 370 was released just after the world-wide Financial collapse in 2008 and by the time people had money in their pockets to buy niche cars again in the following years the market had moved on. When the 350 was released back in 2002/3 there were no serious competitors, apart from which the 350 was a real game changer (justifiably) in days when car perks for reps was rampant they became the mile-muncher of choice, as echoed by the respected car testers at the time. When I bought my first one-year old Zed in 2005 it was one of several ex-company Zeds in one garage alone to choose from, hence it remained hugely popular for several years. We still do not know exactly what the 370 successor will be, but with car technology changing so fast I fear Nissan will be behind the game again, given what has been said so far.....unless they uncover another real game changer like the 350 was.....and if the price is right.

Steady, this is either Mr Black or Mr White you are dealing with here. Another cracking looking car you have there now - these latest photos set it off a treat.

There is a lot to be said for having relatively under powered cars but which handle well so you can push them to their limits without straying all too easily into license loss territory. Those with big bhp numbers under the bonnet might go down well in the bragging rights, but on the road offer little involvement for drivers unless used on track. I must have owned over 50 cars in my driving time and certainly the 3 Zeds gave me tremendous fun and certainly were at the top end of the grin factor, especially when on road trips with other other Zeds.

If you run out of options and noting you only joined the forum this month, then a visit to one of our experienced traders on here could be very worthwhile. Noting your location, Jez at Horsham Developments has a very good reputation and years and years of experience with 350's: See here:

Have you Googled the issue? Just loaded this link - maybe something there to help you https://www.google.co.uk/search?source=hp&ei=pQfuXtHDO6eRlwSUqbjYBQ&q=Nissand+350Z+roadster+roof+problems&oq=Nissand+350Z+roadster+roof+problems&gs_lcp=CgZwc3ktYWIQDDIGCAAQFhAeOgUIABCxAzoFCAAQgwE6AggAOgQIABAKOgQIABANOgYIABANEB5QghBY2Y4BYJ2fAWgAcAB4AIABqwGIAZAqkgEEMC4zNZgBAKABAaoBB2d3cy13aXo&sclient=psy-ab&ved=0ahUKEwiRqtHhuJDqAhWnyIUKHZQUDlsQ4dUDCAg

A stunning roadster and so good to see ownership has moved onto another enthusiast who knows a thing or two about tastefully modding Zeds, so little for him to do this time........we shall see Enjoy

Grasshopper Inn on the A25 near Westerham

Not a tyre I know or that I have seen any feedback on here by members.

What make and type are the tyres?

This As you also mention a clunking/scraping noise and aftermarket springs fitted a thorough check underneath with car on a ramp and light to see if anything is loose/missing/worn out, would be wise.

Best I could find 66 not 55

"How do you read it @Ebized you think Option 1 is the appropriate view, based on the guidance and examples laid out? " Yes, I would say you are safe with option 1 for your new wall, providing you are satisfied the slope either side is "natural" as possible and has not been artificially raised. As "Also, you mention contacting the Local Planning Authority for a certificate, do you know, if I go down this route, are they likely to want to speak to the neighbour and/or view the wall from his side - I don't want to provoke him. " See if you can have a chat with the planning officer with your proposals before considering a formal submission for a determination. I'm not sure if the 'rules' have changed from when I was working when there was no legal requirement for Local Planning Authorities to notify neighbours about 'Certificate' applications, although some would do so just to see if neighbours had other evidence. By getting a Certificate that rules in your favour the neighbour will have to lump it, without a Certificate then there is a risk of a challenge if you do the work without agreeing with him.

Not sure what you mean by "2m from street level" but where a boundary abuts a highway (footpath/verge etc) the maximum height is 1 metre without planning permission.

Over 8 years now since I was a "Town Planner" so had to do some research knowing the OP's issue has always been the subject of frequent debates for decades. This link will give you a flavour on the subject (ignore the non-boundary discussions) but about a third of the way down is a helpful summary: https://www.planningresource.co.uk/article/1209017/general-permitted-development-order-part---2-q---dcp-section-434 "As you say there is no guidance to be found in the GPDO but the normal rule observed in appeal decisions is that natural ground level is the appropriate datum. While in some cases natural ground level may not easily be established with any precision, particularly when the wall in question has already been erected on uneven ground, it is reasonable to try and estimate the position before the ground was disturbed. A number of cases are summarised in Development Control Practice at 4.3447." You touched on a building next to the boundary and there is an anomaly in that on sloping ground the height restriction is taken from the highest ground level meaning that the normal 2.5metre limitation for house extensions/outbuildings can easily 'grow' to a more substantial height where the land slopes down. Hope that helps, but you can apply to your Local Planning Authority for a formal determination as to whether you require planning permission or not. Where there is a known neighbour concern, getting a certificate can give you confidence to proceed. Ask about the process at you local authority.

That's what a lot of us look like now in Lock-down!!

I'm just imagining the reaction indoors when you said you were now making a vibrator

Keyser - “Inside me there’s a thin person struggling to get out, but I can usually sedate him with four or five cupcakes.” – Bob Thaves Thought it an apt quote thanks to all those pastries O and they were lovely for desert last night. You are very welcome Chris and also a shout out for Pandaoras Bakery in Ferndown who were very helpful in making sure your calorie intake was kept up, given all that work you do - and not just for yourself. You are mate and to be fair one of the great reasons why I and many others stick around on here even though our ZED ownership days are long gone, thoroughly enjoying threads like these.

You are a star mate after my cheeky ask. Thank you so much. For anyone wondering, not car related at all - but new soles for the legs of the garden table that had seen better days.

Agreed, although the boat idea made me think that they are designed to float, so was wondering with our typical English weather, if there will be enough drainage holes in this boat so it doesn't turn into a water play tub

In another "locked in moment' of idle, found these from http://nissan4u.com/parts/350z/ Hope they might help identify the ones ZMANALEX has? To my eye from those screenshots the Caliper structures between front and rear have differences, that you might be able to work out from his pic, otherwise very similar. FRONT BRAKE REAR BRAKE

Need the Zed Shed cam back

The wood has gone

Yes, very sad to know he is no longer with us - one of the true greats and very loyal to British racing cars of his time behind the wheel. His name, well not only known to enthusiasts but probably to even those least interested in motorsport.