Repair taking a long time - what can I do?

I had an accident in my car April 13th 2012. The insurance company sent the car to Just Car Clinic for repair. They said that it would be ready the 17th May 2012. This seamed to be reasonable for the amount...

Which BMW?

I shall be buying again in a few months. My no.1 priority is a great drive, then reliability. In addition, I need space for all my golf paraphernalia. I plan to spend between £10k and £15k, and my first...

Driving over the Alps - how to prepare?

My car is in VGC but which mechanical/coolant/electricals should I have checked prior to crossing the Alps? The brakes are my number one task. Any advice will be most welcome.

Theft via OBD port

Recent articles in the press regarding a security flaw with late registered BMWs causes me concern. I've looked at the internet and there is a lot of information about vehicles being stolen by accessing...

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...

3 Series misfiring

I have owned this car since February 2012, local BMW dealership investigated intermittent engine misfire in February and advised loose coil pack, but a new set (recommended) £300. Due to having a 3rd...

Someone from the Channel Islands wants to buy my car from the UK - is this a scam?

I'm selling privately and had an offer from someone in the Channel Islands. The buyer is not coming over in person, they just want to send a shipping company. I'm concerned with payment over to UK and...

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...

A-Class, 1 Series or A3?

Hello I was wondering which one of the following 3 cars would you say is the best: BMW 1-series, 2012 Audi A3, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-class. Early reviews have shown that the A-class has been a bit of...

Run flat tyres

My wife and I so much agree with your belief that "run flat" tyres might well save our lives but can find no input on which manufacturers other than BMW offer them on new vehicles, could you please advise...