Buying a new 3 Series - which wheel size is best for comfort?

I am thinking of buying a new BMW 3 Series (320i) saloon. The Luxury version of this model is only available with 18-inch wheels fitted with 225/45 tyres whereas the SE model comes as standard with 17-inch...

Need a car with easy access - what do you recommend?

I am in my late 70s and it finding difficult getting in and out of my car. You have recommended Volkswagen Golf SV, BMW 2 Series Active Tourer and Mazda CX-5 for people similar to ourselves. Are there...

Does the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer use MINI engines?

I have just bought a BMW 218d Active Tourer registered in July 2015. However, after reading your Backroom forum, I have discovered the issues with the MINI Cooper engines and awful timing chain design...

Jaguar XE or BMW 4 Series - which will be the most reliable?

I'm considering buying a petrol sports saloon and am thinking of either a Jaguar XE or a BMW 4 Series. I plan to keep the car for a long time, 10 years plus, but have some concerns on the reliability of...

Faulty used car - what are my rights?

I recently bought a second hand BMW X3 from a Vauxhall dealership. It's a 2008 model, with 50,000 miles and full service history. Within the first week of ownership I had problems with the tyre monitoring...

Buying a new BMW 3 Series - can you help?

Can you please offer your guidance to assist me with decision for purchase of a new BMW 3 Series 320i Sport Auto or Audi A4 2.0 TSFI Sport Auto. Both are similar for purchase cost. I need your help to...

BMW 3 / 5 series OR Audi A4 / A6

HI there, Two questions: 1) I'm after a great estate car, should I go with the Bmw 320d SE or the Audi A4 Avant? 2) On my company car allowance I could get a bmw 320d SE but for an extra £150 a month...

Screen washers on BMW X1 not working

I followed your tip to clear blockage with hose. I heard a bang from the drivers side wing and washers still only throw out a few dribbles of water. Have I wrecked the tank, or should I go ahead and pull...

Which family estate is the most reliable - Ford or BMW?

I am an expat returning to the UK in a few months and need to buy a large car for my wife that we will keep for about two years. I have approx £10,000 cash to spend. It will need to do a long motorway...

Excessive road noise on BMW X1 - how can I fix it?

I have just purchased a new BMW X1 and it is a fine car. However it has significant tyre noise which is worse on some road surfaces. It is fitted with non-runflat Bridgestone Turanza tyres. The BMW dealer...