Is engine hesitation normal for a BMW 2 Series?

I bought a 3 year old BMW 2 Series Active Tourer with 17k miles on the clock. Getting away from rest gently is not the smoothest but I can live with that. Trying to get away smartly into traffic is bad...

When should I check the timing belt on my BMW?

When should the timing belt on a 2015 BMW 320d with 77,000 miles on the clock have the tensioner checked annually and adjusted?

What hybrid SUV do you recommend?

I am looking for an SUV similar to my BMW X1. I need a similar driving position and happy with a full hybrid. What do you suggest?

What used estate do you recommend?

I am looking for a used estate car. Potentially petrol hybrid but petrol will do if its too pricey. I've got around £16000 to spend but less would be better. Im looking at the Mercedes CLA but wonder what...

How do play my own music in BMW iDrive?

I recently bought a new BMW X1. Before ordering I asked for confirmation that the model I was buying had a USB plug in for playing my own music from a card or Memory stick. I was assured that it had such...

Why is the emergency call system not working on my BMW?

The emergency call system warning light on my 2018 BMW 530d flicked on and off for a few weeks then came up 'not available' permanently. Checking online it seems probable the dedicated battery in the roof...

Is BMW likely to give me a goodwill contribution to replace the engine in my X1?

My 69 plate BMW X1 with 73k miles broke down and I've been told by two different garages that the engine has failed and needs replacing. The car was bought from a BMW dealership from new (ex demo) and...

What is my BMW worth given its famous previous owner?

I own a 2016 BMW 750i with every conceivable extra - new price £81,915. The car was owned by Francis Rossi from new to my purchase in September 2020. Car is in as new condition. Glacier silver metallic,...

How can I solve the problem of alloy wheels cracking on my 2010 BMW Z4?

I am suffering (like so many others it would seem ) from wheel cracking /fracturing on inner rims of BMW 326M 19-inch staggered fit alloys on a 2010 BMW Z4 2.5 (2.3). I gather this is a common problem...

When do you start paying the £40,000 premium tax?

I purchased a 2022 BMW 840i which attracted the extra car tax for 5 years. On the document it states that the extra tax will be charged for 5 years from first registration. I bought the car in 2023 when...