BMW 318d - is it reliable?

I am considering buying a 2009 a BMW 318d estate, 120,000 miles, FSH for £8000, do you think it will be reliable?

Warranty company won't pay out - what can I do?

The ECU on my 2006 BMW 3 Series has failed due to water ingress caused by leaves blocking the drain holes. My warranty company has said the problem is not covered because they class water as a “foreign...

Which convertible to replace my Mercedes-Benz CLK?

My much-loved 2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK 230K cabriolet is now up to 103,000 miles, and is starting to cost serious money so I fear it has to go. I would hope to keep its replacement for at least five years...

Which winter tyres for my BMW 1 Series?

I drive a 2008 1 Series BMW 3-door. I have driven BMW cars for over 30 years, but I am now finding, as I get older, that I am having difficulty in the winter. What winter tyres would you recommend? I made...

Where can I get my BMW X3 cheaply decoked?

I have a 2007 BMW X3 2.0dSE with 55,000 miles. Despite a new turbo a year ago, replacement of the inlet manifold and cleaning up the EGR six months ago, the engine management light came on. Now I am being...

Pirelli Scorpion tyres are excellent on my BMW X3.

My BMW X3 2.0 xDrive has covered 48,500 miles since new and is still running on the original Pirelli Scorpion STR 235/55 R17 99H tyres, which I am about to replace with the same specification of Pirelli....

Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space?

I have been very satisfied with my Subaru Outback 2.5 automatic. It's an excellent car, but slightly too big for my driving now. I am not keen on the XV car as its finish is a bit ‘tinny’ and seats uncomfortable....

Bad diagnostics from BMW dealer - can I demand a refund?

I own a 2006 BMW X3 2.0d Sport, which at 53,000 miles has suddenly lost all power. At the time it lost power, the car was towing a car and caravan. I took the car to a BMW main service centre and ask...

Buying a used BMW M3 for £25k - which model is best?

I am about to retire and feel like treating myself to a real car having driven company rubbish over the years, I have had 10+ years of motor sport experience so I am not naive and fancy a BMW M3 saloon....

Stolen car recovered - do I have to take it back?

I had my 2003 BMW 5 Series stolen three months ago and the police have just informed me that it has been recovered. They also informed me that the car has been involved in some offences in the UK. Can...