I'm thinking of replacing my Mercedes-Benz E280CDI with a BMW X3 - does the X3 have a chain cam and DPF?

I am retired and do approx 9,000 miles per year (mixed miles, mainly short) and am thinking of trading my Mercedes-Benz E280CDI for a new BMW X3. Does it have a chain cam engine, and what about a DP filter?

Why did it take a week for a BMW dealer to replace a runflat tyre on my BMW 530D?

I ordered a new F10 BMW 530D on its launch date and took delivery early this summer. A couple of weeks after delivery, my wife picked up a puncture. She was able to drive the car home satisfactorily, and...

winter tyres

I have a 2004 BMW 530i - is it safe to fit winter tyres to the rear only and if so will I get a benifit from them in snow?

Why won't my BMW 535 M-Sport's £2,000 sat nav accept 7-digit UK postcodes?

I've owned a fairly high spec 2006 BMW 535 ‘M’ Sport for some 18 months and one of the important extras I sought was the satellite navigation system. I had a simple Garmin system in my previous car. It...

Why are my BMW X3's brake discs wearing as fast as the brake pads?

My BMW X3 automatic has covered 38,000 miles from new in my ownership and recently had an inspection and brake fluid change at Sytner High Wycombe. The service received and the ongoing communication throughout...

Should I fit a pair of winter tyres to the front or rear wheels of my BMW 320D Touring?

If I were to purchase a couple of winter tyres for my BMW 320D Touring, would I be best served fitting them to the front or rear wheels?

What could replace my Jaguar SE with a bit of 'go', an automatic gearbox and higher seating?

I am looking to change my 2004 Jaguar 3.0-litre SE auto estate. In order to avoid the constant pothole problems and gain higher seating, I would like something with a little bit of go, preferably an auto....

Can private buyers take advantage of the VAT Qualifying scheme when buying a car?

My colleagues and I are having a debate about what the term 'VAT Qualifying' means when applied to a car that is obviously not 'new'. The car in question is BMW 325i M Sport Highline Convertible. The car...

Can we get a local tyre dealer to fit winter tyres to our 318d rather than pay BMW's prices?

We have a BMW 318d Touring with 225/45 R17 91V Continental Sport Contact 2 SSR runflat tyres. We want to fit winter tyres for a European trip this winter and similar trips in future. BMW has quoted £785...

Do the runflat tyres fitted to the BMW 118d SE have a shorter lifespan than conventional tyres?

I have recently acquired a 2007 BMW 118d SE Auto - the so-called ‘Efficient Dynamics’ version. Initial impressions are all positive: handling, performance, autobox, finish and particularly economy (45-50mpg)...