Which Car for Retirement

I am soon to retire, and need to purchase a car. I am thinking of a 2-3 year old petrol automatic - options are narrowed to Mercedes-Benz C220/250, BMW 320 or Ford Mondeo. Which would you advise as best...

My BMW 320d has worn suspension bushes - is the dealer liable for repair?

Earlier this year I purchased a 2003 BMW 320d. Today I was driving to work and it started shaking the steering wheel as if the front discs were warped, so I pulled over and checked every wheel for loose...

Where can I quickly and easily sell a used car?

I have been landed with the problem of selling the car of a deceased friend and would like advice on where I might sell it with minimum hassle and without having to drive it. I just want a fair price....

Smokey BMW 320d

My diesel 320d started emitting white smoke suddenly one day. One mechanic told me to put diesel fuel injector cleaner in it and service the car. It solved the problem a little bit. But I wanted it further...

Warning light after failed emission test - should I worry?

My 3 Series had its MOT today and showed a problem with the emissions test. 1st fast idle test it failed with twice the limit. The car display showed engine managment system in "limp home" mode. So they...

Which 3 Series tyres?

I have just got a BMW 318i SE 2009. It has runflat tyres and I am finding the suspension very uncomfortable. Can you recommend any tyres that would give a softer ride?

Age or mileage?

Which is better - 08/09 BMW 320 diesel auto with 100,000 miles for £8-10,000and fsh or a 06/07 320 diesel auto with 50,000 miles for the same amount from a franchised dealer?

BMW 320D Touring or A4 2.0 TDi Avant

I have been running a Passat 2.0 Tdi SE for 5 years, trouble free and doing 25k miles per year. I am now looking to replace it and am considering either a 12/18 month old 320D Touring or (from DriveTheDeal)...

Which BMW?

I shall be buying again in a few months. My no.1 priority is a great drive, then reliability. In addition, I need space for all my golf paraphernalia. I plan to spend between £10k and £15k, and my first...

Driving over the Alps - how to prepare?

My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice will be most welcome.