What's your opinion of runflat tyres, as fitted to the BMW 5 Series?

I have recently had a test drive of the new BMW 5 Series saloon and was very impressed. I have few reservations about the car, but one is that runflat tyres come as standard with no other option. For UK...

Is there a cheaper alternative to the £450 paint protection I'm offered with my new BMW 5 Series?

I have been quoted £450 to have my new BMW 5 Series protected - this seems very expensive and I am doubtful that it is worth the money, as the car will be low mileage and will be kept in a garage. I recall...

What should I pay for my company car, a 2006 BMW 5 Series SE Tourer?

I have the chance to purchase my company car which is a BMW 2006 5 Series 2.0D SE Tourer. The car has 84,500 miles on the clock and I would like your advice on whether this would be a sensible purchase,...

How should we store our Mitsubishi Colt and BMW 3 Series for three months?

In January 2011 my wife and I are taking an extended holiday in New Zealand. We will be away from mid January until early April. We have two cars, a Mitsubishi Colt 1.0 petrol and a BMW 320d Touring. What...

Which coupe has good rear legroom and all-weather ability?

I'm trying to decide on a one or two-year-old coupe that I can use to drive long distance, especially to ski resorts in Europe, so 4wd would be an advantage. The Audi A5 3.0 Quattro coupe seems ideal,...

Can you recommend a vehicle which is easier to get in and out of than my BMW 530 Touring?

I have always had BMW saloons or estate cars but, due to increasing hip problems, I am finding it more and more difficult and painful to get in and out of my beloved 10-year-old 530 Touring. I don't like...

My 2006 BMW 320d has developed a central locking fault two months after I bought it - should the dealer repair it?

I purchased a 2006 BMW 320d E Touring Auto for £14,000 from a private dealer on 8 May 2010. Today, the car has developed a fault with the central locking system and I am unable to unlock the driver, passenger...

Should the dealer replace a defective tyre fitted to a BMW 530d I just bought?

I bought a lovely BMW 530d on an 05 plate from a dealer. When I went to pick it up everything was fine. When I got out of the village and got my speed over 40mph the tyre warning light came on. I returned...

Should I buy a Mercedes-Benz E220 CDI Avantgarde or a BMW 520d SE Touring?

I am now retired and in the fortunate position of being able to afford one last new decent car. Our priorities are comfort and driving enjoyment. The car must be diesel (for economy) and estate with an...

Is it normal for my 2009 BMW 3 Series to use a litre of oil in 9000 miles?

For the past 10 years I have driven diesels and never needed to top up the oil in between services. I now have a BMW 3 Series petrol from new (Sept 2009) and it required one litre of oil after 9000 miles....