Skoda Yeti or BMW X1?

I am looking to replace one of my cars and am considering the Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG but I don't like the gearbox and would prefer a torque convertor so am therefore considering the BMW X1 sDrive auto which...

Diesel or petrol?

I am driving a BMW 520D manual 57 registration for about 14000 miles per year, 80% in heavy traffic (A406).Very good car but I have problems with the DPF. I would like to buy another one a bit it smaller,...

DAB radio traffic announcements

I have a 2013 BMW 328i with a DAB/FM radio. In FM mode I can receive traffic announcements without any difficulty. However I don't receive them in DAB mode. I've queried this with my local service centre...

Buying a used BMW - timing belt issues?

I have seen a BMW 118d 2011, 61 reg, 3200 miles on the clock for £10990. Were these models affected by the timing belt issues on N47 engines. Should I get extended warranty to cover this eventuality ....

Buying a large family car - any advice?

At present I am driving a 1.6 diesel Polo but am thinking of buying 2.0 diesel car if you can suggest me best mpg and comfort car to drive?

Faulty BMW windscreen washer - is this a design fault?

The windscreen washers on my BMW 5 Series F10 are only producing a dribble of water. The garage tells me that it is likely sediment in the washer tank or filters. To flush it out requires major work...

Diesel bug in BMW 7 Series - any advice?

I have been told by my BMW dealer after spending £1000 that the reason my car stops running is that I have a diesel bug that has damaged the high pressure fuel pump and now has put small bits of metal...

A3 Cabriolet or BMW 2 Series Convertible - what would you recommend?

Hoping to buy nearly new Audi A3 Cabriolet or BMW 2 Series, up to 6000 miles. Always had manual cars before, but leaning towards automatic, now sure on which engine size and fuel type. Seem to be more...

Why is the 2015 BMW 320iSE hard to drive in stop start traffic?

I am the proud owner of a new 2015 model BMW 320i SE manual. I am very surprised at how notchy the gearchange is when selecting 1st, 2nd and reverse gears. The clutch action is also heavier than other...

BMW 5 Series vs Audi A6

I am trying to look at which is the better car to buy. I do a mix of driving (motorway and urban) and around 10,000 miles a year.