Do the runflat tyres fitted to the BMW 118d SE have a shorter lifespan than conventional tyres?

I have recently acquired a 2007 BMW 118d SE Auto - the so-called ‘Efficient Dynamics’ version. Initial impressions are all positive: handling, performance, autobox, finish and particularly economy (45-50mpg)...

Can you recommend a fun convertible for commuting and weekend drives?

We are a family with two family cars. We are looking to replace the second car, an ageing Vauxhall Vectra, with something more fun. This would primarily be for my short daily commute and for weekends when...

BMW (F10) 5 series lead time

I ordered a BMW 520d SE with BMW Leicester in the first week of August. The estimated delivery was for 30th September. Called the garage and they cannot specify a date now, citing production delay in BMW...

Clutch judder

I own a 2 year old BMW 320d which I purchased 8 months ago with 21k on the clock from a BMW dealer. I have been extremely happy with the car except that over the past few months it has developed a judder...

oil changes

I purchased a Sept 09 reg BMW 320i in March this year with only 1800 miles on the clock which would suggest that it had done mostly short journeys. It is now 12 months old and showing 7,500mls which have...

Will the Audi Q5 or BMW 5 Series Estate make a good replacement for our 2007 Land Rover Discovery?

We have a 2007 Land Rover Discovery but are looking to change for a smaller car, and are thinking about the Audi Q5 or the BMW 5 Series Estate. We do drive to Scotland several times a year from London...

Is £700 a reasonable price for four replacement wheels and winter tyres for my BMW 320i Coupe?

In the Winter/Spring issue of the BMW magazine, BMW announced that it was making available a winter tyre and wheel pack in the UK for the first time. For my 320i Coupe SE the cost of four replacement wheels...

Forty Grand Tourer

I am trying to decide between buying a BMW 5 Series Gran Turismo 530d or a BMW 5 Series Touring 530d. At the weekend, I need a car for trips to the tip and park with my labrador dog, wife and two teenage...

Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class or BMW 5 Series?

What is the best car between the Audi A6, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and BMW 5 Series E60? I want my car to be spacious, reliable and as comfortable as possible, and it has to be automatic and preferably the...

How much should I expect to pay for a BMW 1 Series at auction?

I am currently on the look out to buy a secondhand car. I am looking to buy a BMW 1 Series 118d, up to 40,000 mileage and up to three years old. I had a look at the BCA site and see they often go for auction....