High Mileage BMW - is this a good idea?

I will be travelling 250 miles per day on a new job Epsom to Coventry. My local garage has a BMW 520d M sport touring diesel 55 reg 143K miles at £ 7695. It looks in good condition. Is it a good deal...

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...

Dash Board reflection in windscreen

I bought a new 520d Touring in March this year, with an Oyster (light beige) interior trim. The dashboard is a light shade of brown. In Sunlight it reflects very badly into the screen, when it rains...

Which MPV offers good access for a driver with limited mobility?

Because of a back and hip complaint I am looking for a car with a higher seating level, e.g. a crossover or 4x4. The BMW X1 series appeals to me but I am wondering how much higher off the ground it is...

Which MPV offers a flat load bed and good economy?

I would like to buy an estate car, as its flat load bed will be very useful. I fancied an SUV but, with the price of fuel, cannot justify the cost as the vast majority of time it's just me in the vehicle....

Effect of Stop-Start Technology on turbos

You often tell people to let the engine run for a short time after stopping in order to let the turbo cool down. What is the efect of the automatic stop-start technology on engines with turbos, or is...

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?

Which BMW 5 series or alternative?

I'm interested in a BMW 5 series (petrol engine) but am confused by the new engine sizes/power outputs, wheel size and possible options such as variable damper control - what is the ideal set-up and are...

Excessive inside tyre wear on the 5 Series

Had my 5 Series Touring around 12 months. Car has done less than average mileage. All tyres are as fitted from new and are Run Flats. What is disconcerting is that all tyres have excessive wear on the...

Which large saloon for comfort?

I am looking to buy a used Jaguar XF; BMW 5; Mercedes E or Audi A6. My Budget is a flexible £22k. Prime consideration is comfort - both in seats and ride quality. I probably would not recognise 'handling'...