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Where's the best place to get an auto box service?

Where is the best place to get the automatic fluid changed for a BMW 330d E90 auto?

Replacing my old BMW 3 Series 320SE. I'm considering either the 428i or 435i automatics. Is the 435i worth the extra £6000 to get the six-cylinder engine which I am used to on the 320i?

Buying a used Z4 - which engine is best?

I'm looking to buy a used BMW Z4. I would prefer a six cylinder so have ruled out the four pot turbo's My question is really which is the best engine between the 2.5 in the 23i and the 3.0 in the 30i...

Which BMW is best - 316i or 320i?

Which is more economical to run, the BMW 316i or 320i ED? Also, which is a better tyre between Michelin Pilot Sport 3 and Goodyear F1 Asymmetric 2?

BMW crankshaft worn out - what are my rights?

I have booked in my 2007 BMW 1 Series at a dealer for replacement of tensioner and timing chains. I have now been informed that the crank has worn out and needs replacement as well. BMW is asking around...

Buying a used estate - Audi A4 Avant or BMW 3 Series Touring?

My son would like a "grown up car" he has two small children. He has £15,000. Should he go for a 2008 Audi A4 Avant or BMW 3 Series Touring? Which engine? Automatic preferred but not essential.

Who makes the best steering lock?

What's the best steering lock on the market? I'm off to Europe and would feel better if I had one to fitted to my new BMW 3 Series.

BMW 5 Series missing gears

I have a BMW 5 Series diesel (2009 model) and have noticed that the auto box is missing a gear. It is also making a piercing screeching noise. Lifting the power it seemed to quietened down. I was wondering...

Why is my BMW 3 Series so noisy?

Having recently replaced a 2005 BMW E90 320D (M47 engine) with a 2010 320d Efficient Dynamics (N47) I am getting irritated by the noise level compared to my previous car, particularly under acceleration...

Buying a new BMW - 520d or 530d?

I am looking to replace my BMW 520dSE which has been brilliant (17-inch wheels and sensible suspension). I am tempted to go for a new 530d but common sense says go for another 520d. What would you recommend?