I've bought a BMW 335i privately which has a faulty turbo - can I claim from my new BMW warranty?

I've just bought a 2007 BMW 335i from a private seller - sold as seen. I took out a full BMW warranty on the car on the same date. I recently noticed a rattling noise coming from under the car. Thinking...

Does my BMW 320D's sat nav require a software update?

I have just purchased a secondhand BMW 320D with a business satellite navigation system. The company kept the navigation disc. I have purchased a disc, but it keeps saying 'Media unable to be read'. I...

Who should I shoes?

I'm looking to lease a BMW 116i, under a business contract as I'm a sole trader. Who is likely to able to provide the best rates for this type of car, or this type of lease?

Spiel blurb production

When I took delivery of my new BMW X1 I was given a hard sell in respect of this "Shortfall Insurance". If the vehicle is a total loss in the 4 years of the cover, it pays up to £10k of any shortfall between...

Amazzed

A conundrum. It’s time to part with my nearly 8-year-old super Mazda 626 GSI SE that’s been faultless and consider a replacement. Any ideas? I’m 6’, 65 years old, active, want a bit of ‘class’ but not...

Can I recommend Glassons garage in Camborne, Cornwall?

I have been using this garage for over a year now, and they maintain my old and fairly reliable BMW 3 Series. Pricing is good, service is excellent - very friendly and helpful - and they think ahead to...

Where can I get a spare wheel for my 2006 BMW 5 Series?

I have purchased a 2006 BMW 520D Auto with normal tyres, not runflats. There is a cigarette lighter-powered compressor and a can of gunk in the boot, but I broke my cigarette lighter trying to get the...

I'd like a convertible sports car - what would you recommend, and what time of year is best for buying?

Is September or October the best time to buy a convertible or is it more dependent on the weather at the time? I'm looking at a BMW 3.0 Z4 but I'm a little put off by what I've read about the steering...

Raised expectation

We're in our late 60s and not getting any more nimble. My 05 E46 BMW 320d Touring with 40k miles on the clock has always been dealer-serviced since new. We both find it less easy to get into such a low-slung...

What do you think of the BM 535d M Sport Touring?

I am looking to buy a BMW 535d M Sport Touring and wanted your general comments and thoughts on the car, as well as key areas to check on the car and its history. I am buying it from a BMW main dealer...