BMW 1 Series trip computer failure

My wife drives a 2015 BMW 1 Series. The car has covered 3500 miles and has started experiencing intermittent problems with the trip computer and dashboard readouts. Sometimes they switch off completely...

Photographer in need of a large estate

I am a photographer based in London and in need of a new vehicle to carry my kit and (sometimes) clients. This will also be the family motor. Ideally, I'd like a vehicle that handles well and has a bit...

How good are Michelin Cross Climate tyres?

Would Michelin Cross Climate tyres be a good replacement for dedicated Winter and Summer tyres on a BMW 5-series F10 550? I change every six months and don't mind doing so but would be interested in your...

Buying a BMW X1 - which model is best?

I am looking at buying a BMW X1 and would appreciate your thoughts on which model to get. I am looking at either the BMW X1 Xdrive 18d M sport or the BMW X1 Xdrive 18d Xline. Both would have the same...

Faulty car - what are our rights?

I recently purchased a used (2008 model) BMW 1 Series. When driving it home from the dealer the engine management light came on. I looked in the car's manual and the warning symbol had already been marked...

BMW 520d jumping out of first gear

I own a 2011 BMW 520d with a manual gearbox that pops out of first. Can this gearbox be repaired or does it have to be replaced? I understand that this is a sealed unit.

Replacing X3 tyres - do they have to be BMW approved?

I need to replace the front tyres on my BMW X3. However, I have been told that the tyres must be BMW approved and within 2mm of each other, otherwise it will cause a strain on the transfer box. Is this...

Vibration problem on BMW 1 Series

I have a 2009 BMW 120d M sport with 98,000 miles on the clock from new. The car has developed a severe vibration through the gear lever and clutch pedal. Any suggestions as to the cause?

Will stop/start cause turbocharger damaging

I have recently purchased a 3 Series BMW 320i Xdrive and assume it has a turbocharger fitted. With previous turbocharged cars I have always allowed a couple of minutes for the turbo to stop rotating and...

Need a used exec car with low running costs

I bought my Lexus IS220d (08 plate) four years ago with 40k miles on it and have now added 100k miles without much going wrong, Lexus customer services have been excellent throughout. I am now starting...