Do the badges on BMW 1 Series models reflect the engine size?

An elderly friend has a BMW 1 Series and bought it new as a 1.6 engine size, but on delivery found engine was actually 1.8. The engine size is not badged on the vehicle. I rather dismissed this as that...

Should I buy a new warranty for my BMW 123?

I own a BMW 123 convertible which has done 22,500 miles and at three years old is now just out of warranty. I do about 10,000 miles a year. I have been considering buying a further warranty but I'm confused...

Should I buy winter tyres for my BMW 1M or buy a winter runabout?

I recently bought a BMW 1M which I really love, but I guess it will be useless in the winter without winter tyres. I think a new set of wheels and tyres will be around £2000. For that money would I be...

Audi A3 vs BMW 1 Series interior

Is there any truth to the rumours that there is less space in the back of the new Audi A3 than the BMW 1? Which would be better suited to accommodate 2 kids?

Downsizing from a 325

Want a small car with auto, with slow depreciation, reliable to commute 40 mile round trip - most probably petrol. Had a E93 325 d M sport and need something with similar driving experience.

Buying new car - can you recommend something?

Currently drive Clio automatic 1.6 and find the engine too laboured for managing the hills where I drive. Could you suggest some more powerful similar sized new cars with fully automatic petrol 2 litre...

The CD multichanger in my Series 1 BMW has developed a fault. Any ideas how I can fix it?

I have a multi CD changer in my Series 1 BMW, which firstly wouldn't read any of the CD's and now refuses to release the cartridge from the player. This has developed over a few days. I'm reluctant to...

Which motorway car?

I drive 50 miles each way to work on the M5 every day. I also have 2 small children, which small family car would you recommend to keep costs down? Is diesel a cheaper option than petrol?

A new medium car

I am selling my 2003 Renault Clio 1.4 Expression automatic (owned since new). I am looking to purchase a new, larger car with 5 doors and more BHP to transport four adults in comfort when required. I need...

Stop/start and flat batteries

I am about to purchase a new BMW 1 Series and have been told of a well known problem with all stop start models - that the electrics (battery/alternator) are not able keep the battery charged if other...