Articles by Mike Fishwick
The MFA must be put into its Service Mode by turning the ignition switch to position 1, and then simultaneously pressing the 'Set Reset' and 'Clock' buttons. The display will now read '1.' The MFA control push on the end of the indicator stalk can now be used to run through several functions...
We have all heard the tales about how driving in France is dangerous, with the odd story from returning British tourists of ill-mannered French drivers who will stop at nothing to overtake les Rosbifs, particularly in situations deemed to be dangerous. Such tales usually give one the impression...
Assuming that you can get to France this summer, you will often find a bewildering array of pump fuel available. These days we are all used to unleaded petrol in 98 octane, as well as 95 and 95 e10 varieties. Remember that ‘e10’ fuels should not be used in BMW engines built before 1986, or poor...
Quite apart from being cheaper than hotels, camping is the best way to see events such as the le Mans or Nürburgring 24-hour races, as one can camp alongside the circuit and really absorb the atmosphere, not to mention the local wine, without the bother of driving to and from the circuit.
While...
Set ignition switch to position 2
Press Set/Reset and Clock simultaneously to enter service mode – display reads 1
Press stalk switch to reach required function 1 to 5:
1 – 12/24 hour clock operation
2 - Display test – all segments operate
3 – MPG adjustment
4 – Acoustic warning...
Book Review: Brooklands Limited Edition Road Tests – BMW Z3 & Z3M Mike Fishwick
Now that the Z3 has been consigned to history, many prospective second-hand buyers will want to obtain as much information as possible before deciding to buy BMW’s baby sports car...
I have a feeling that the original design of the Z3 air intake system was dictated more by the space available, rather than engineering considerations. For example, the air filter is smaller than even that of the 8-valve Volkswagen Golf GTI, which is known to be obstructive on even a 1.8 litre...