Selling a BMW Z4 - should I try the dealer?

I am thinking of selling my 2013 BMW Z4. Is it a good idea to try BMW dealers?

Should the dealer pay for my car's new timing chain?

My local BMW garage has informed me that my 2010 318i Touring with only 29,000 miles on the clock needs a new timing chain and vanos unit. Is this common and should BMW cover the cost, even though the...

BMW 5 Series - should I fit non-runflats?

I have a 2010 BMW 520SE and I've been told that I have to have fit runflat winter tyres. My son has a similar car but he has fitted ordinary winter tyres. Which is the correct option?

BMW X1 suffering Xenon problems

My wife purchased a new BMW X1 five months ago with Xenon headlamps. Now that the nights are drawing in she is getting headlamp flashes from oncoming vehicles when on dipped beam. The BMW dealer says...

Should I replace my XK8 with a BMW 6 Series?

I am looking to replace my 2002 Jaguar XK8, which I've taken from 60,000 to 150,000 miles in the last six years. The car still drives nicely, but is getting a bit tired. The dealer I've dealt with for...

Buying a new BMW - manual or auto?

You kindly replied to my question regarding choice of BMW 3 series engines, and recommended the 320d ED. Regarding the transmission type, will the manual box eventually succumb to dual mass fly wheel failure,...

Can I cancel my contract hire agreement?

I took receipt of a BMW 535 M Sport three months ago. Two days after delivery the in-car computers displayed a "Vehicle Train" notice. The dealership said to ignore the message as it was probably a "software...

Buying a new BMW X3 - petrol or diesel?

I'm considering buying a used BMW X3 and running it with winter tyres during winter. I've seen some petrol versions available at reasonable prices compared to diesel. I will do mostly 15,000 miles this...

Buying a used BMW 3 series saloon - which engine?

Which engine would be best for long term reliability - 320i, 328i or 330d? I prefer the way petrol drives but am worried about coil and injector problems - is the F30 320i or 328i proving to be reliable...

Can I fit non run flats to my 320d?

I'm thinking of buying a BMW 320d - 2010 model. I had an earlier version previously, but hated the run flat tyres. The ride much too harsh, vehicle tram lined badly and types are very expensive. Can they...