Will buying a new car in September be more expensive because of the exchange rates?

Following Brexit, exchange rates have taken a big hit, with the Euro now about 15 per cent more expensive. I'm not sensing that this has found its way through into new car prices just yet, presumably because...

What cars could you recommend that have a smooth and reliable automatic gearbox?

I have the wonderful 8-speed ZF auto box in my 2015 BMW 4 Series. I can't afford to keep the BMW but I do like a silky smooth automatic transmission. What cars have the best automatic transmissions, in...

Can I make any money by paying my £20,000 PCP balloon payment and selling the BMW 4 Series onto a dealer?

I am approaching the end of a PCP agreement on a 2015 BMW 4 Series 2.0d xDrive M Sport (184PS). I think it's a desirable spec in white with black leather and a professional navigation system. My balloon...

Should I buy an ex-press demo car?

I have found a very nice upmarket car for sale at my local BMW dealer at a good price. When I got home I thought I would seek Honest John's views on it and it turns out it is the same model you tested....

Need an upmarket estate with low running costs

I'm in the market for a decent quality estate that will give excellent fuel economy. Ideally, I'd like a diesel, as I travel over 15,000 miles a year. However, I also want low running costs and good reliability....

PCP agreement - WIll I be charged extra for stone chips?

I own a BMW 4 Series. Next year my PCP agreement with BMW ends and I have been warned that I will be charged for wear and tear items, such as tiny stone chips on the bonnet. Is this correct? If so, should...

Buying a new coupe - Audi TT or BMW 4 Series?

I want to buy a new diesel coupe. It must be exciting to drive, automatic and four-wheel drive. Also handy if I could get my golf clubs and trolley in the back. I quite like the Audi TT and 4 Series -...

Jaguar XE or BMW 4 Series - which will be the most reliable?

I'm considering buying a petrol sports saloon and am thinking of either a Jaguar XE or a BMW 4 Series. I plan to keep the car for a long time, 10 years plus, but have some concerns on the reliability of...

Petrol car with torquey engine

Having always had diesel cars I worry about losing performance by way of reduced torque with an equivalent sized petrol engine. I have a BMW 420d xDrive. I want a petrol engined car that has good performance...

BMW 428i or 435i Grand Coupe 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?