Does the BMW 5 Series suffer from air con problems?

I'm looking to buy a nearly new BMW 5 series (2014 plate) but after looking at the BMW forums there seems to be a problem with air con condensers. According to the forums there are hundreds on back order...

Rough ride on BMW 5 Series

I borrowed a BMW 3 Series recently, on runflat low profile tyres, and noticed the ride was considerably smother than my 5 Series on 17-inch wheels. Why would that be the case? Is it possible that my suspension...

Buying a used car - BMW 520d or 530?

After research, I was all set to buy a BMW 520d Touring. However, a friend suggested that I test drive a 530d, particularly as I will only be driving 5000 to 6000 miles pa. Whilst the 520d is good 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?

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...

Is this used 5 Series a good buy?

Am seriously thinking of buying a BMW 520 SE automatic got £18,990 with 28,000 miles on the clock. My only problem is it's had two owners which seems a lot with only a low mileage on the clock. It has...

My BMW has the wrong seats - what can I do?

I bought a BMW 520d from Halliwell-Jones and have found the front seats do not have lumbar support. The BMW and dealer websites describe the car as having part electric seats as standard. The handbook...

Can a get 5 Series with fabric seats?

I really do not like leather seats - the new BMW 5 series has fabric in the 520d Sports model - but these are sports seats. I do love the new 520d SE model - but it only comes with leather seating! Are...

I have a slight condensation problem in the headlights of my 2012 BMW 530D SE. Should I be concerned?

I have a slight condensation problem in the headlights of my 2012 BMW 530D SE. Should I be concerned?

Is there a winter tyres shortage?

I have a 2010 BMW 520D Efficient Dynamics with 18-inch rims 245 front and 275 back. However, sourcing winter tyres is a problem - even with the BMW dealer - can I go to a different rim size/tyre package...