Thirty grand tourers

I like the looks of the Audi A5 sportback. I see the BMW 5 Series GT as an alternative, but it lacks style. The Porsche Panamera is too expensive. I need the hatchback (dog) and want 4 doors with style...

Why did my BMW 320d's service indicator extend its estimate to the next service?

My BMW 320d saloon is still under warranty as a 57 reg. It had an oil change at 40,196 miles and has now done 47,000. The services indicator behaved normally moving from 21,000 to 15,000 until recently,...

Convertible to cash

Redundancy and a change of lifestyle are forcing me to part with my BMW 330Ci Sport coupe. I purchased the car, new and to my own loaded spec, in March 2002, since when it has clocked 35,000 miles first...

Coupe de grace

I feel in need of a new car and I seek your advice please. Since 2002 I have greatly enjoyed my Peugeot 406 Coupe, particularly the Pininfarina design. Sadly, this model is out of production. I am nearing...

Value of the dolled

I have purchased a new XC90 via Drive the Deal at an excellent discount. The car is due to arrive June / July. I currently have a 2005/55 BMW 740iL with many options, full history and 49k miles. It is...

How might I get further discount on a new BMW 5 Series?

I have just made a deal with BMW dealer for a 520d automatic due out in July, but I will be having it in September with a new registration. As these are sought-after, no dealer would discount it but I...

Will the new HTC Desire smartphone work in my 2009 BMW 325 saloon?

Does anyone know if the new HTC Desire phone will work fully in an April 2009 latest model BMW 325 saloon with the professional satellite navigation / connected drive unit installed?

Could you recommend an automatic with lots of load space and power?

I'm aged 70 and need a new car. I've had major spinal surgery and my surgeon recommended that I should be driving a bus or a lorry to be in the correct upright position! It must be an automatic with reasonably...

Is the BMW 1 Series clutch prone to juddering when pulling away?

I bought a BMW 116d in March, new from the dealer and have been mostly happy with the car. It is now up to about 3500 miles and I have noticed that when the car gets hot (in stop/start traffic or on hot...

Which heavier manual car could I replace my 2002 BMW 320d Touring with?

I have owned a 2002 BMW 320d Touring for the last seven years and, among other things, it has excellently towed my Swift Challenger caravan which has an all up weight of 1150kg. Unfortunately the time...