Diesel or petrol?

I am driving a BMW 520D manual 57 registration for about 14000 miles per year, 80% in heavy traffic (A406).Very good car but I have problems with the DPF. I would like to buy another one a bit it smaller,...

Refund or repair?

I recently purchased a 2008 BMW 520d from an independent dealer for the sum of £5425. The recorded mileage at the time of the sale was 129,420 miles. On the evening of 21st March 2015, the car began to...

When should I change my tyres due to age?

I have a BMW 520d which is six years old and has completed 56,000 miles on three of the original Goodyear runflats, which still have 4mm left. Should I consider replacement due to age or mileage. They...

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...

Need a BMW 5 Series replacement - any suggestions?

I have driven a manual BMW 520D SE since new in August 2006. I have been delighted with the car but would like to replace with something of equal quality and reliability. I am keen to avoid cars with...

Should my local garage pay for snapped glow plug removal?

Last week I had a quote from my local BMW garage for £300+ for changing the glow plugs on my BMW 5 Series (2003). I gave them the green light to do the work, but have now been told that they’ve snapped...

Should I add injector cleaning fluid to my BMW 5 Series?

Should I add injector cleaning fluid to my 2007 BMW 525d diesel engine?

Buying a used BMW - M3 or M5?

I am looking for a second hand BMW M3 or M5. I only do about 8000 miles a year and I fancy something with four-doors and some speed when required. I am looking at something maybe 4-5 years old, but would...

Should I buy a BMW 550i?

I am interested in buying a BMW 550i model of circa 2008/09. Are there any particular problems you know of with this model? I was most impressed with the power and smoothness when I test drove one

Buying a replacement for a BMW 520D Touring?

I am about to replace my 2007 BMW 520D Touring. I now average about 6000 miles per year and believe that a move to petrol seems to be the economic choice. I do not wish to sacrifice the comfort and toys...