Is there any harm in me getting intermittent, smaller services done somewhere other than the main dealer?

I've bought a 2019 BMW 320d Touring with an auto transmission. This is now a 1-year-old car and it has covered 10,000 miles. When I bought it from the BMW dealer, I asked about getting an oil change carried...

Why are diesel models much cheaper than petrol models?

It seems that a used diesel BMW X3 is considerably cheaper than a comparablyy aged petrol version and that the bigger engines are only available as diesels. I'm looking to trade in my M140i I'm a bit puzzled...

Should I keep my diesel car if my mileage has dropped?

I own a diesel 2015 BMW 5 Series estate with 51,000 miles - which I love. However, since retiring, my mileage is very low. A pre-owned 5 Series PHEV is frankly too expensive for me now. What would you...

Is buying a low mileage electric car as risky as buying a low mileage diesel?

I've seen a 2017 BMW i3 range extender at a main dealer with only 4363 miles on the clock. It didn't have its first service til June 2020 with 3136 miles but I'm told that it will still come with a warranty....

Dealer has been unsuccessfully trying to fix an issue for weeks. What if it can't be fixed?

I purchased a BMW X3 last November at 33,030 miles. Warranty was due to run out on 19 September, but in August a knock started when going over a bump. I reported it and was instructed to take it in and...

I own a diesel car. Should I sell it or keep it?

I currently own a 2013 BMW 520d Touring (but have £8k left on credit). It has 87,000 on the clock. Would you advise I sell my BMW now, considering the market is turning against diesels, and move back to...

Can you recommend a safe, economical car for driving in narrow lanes?

We currently have a BMW 5 Series on a lease. We drive around town and do a 60-minute motorway commute (roundtrip) each day. We’re moving to a rural cottage down narrow country lanes, but will still be...

Is a Volkswagen T-Roc R a logical upgrade from a Golf R?

Do you think I should buy new or secondhand Volkswagen T-Roc R? I drive a Golf R but my husband finds it difficult to get into. Thank you.

BMW electric window problems

I own a BMW Coupe 318ci E46 (2005 model). When opening the driver's door the window opens up completely, not just a small amount to open door. What could the fault be?

Should I continue to get my BMW 7 Series serviced at a main dealer or switch to an independent?

My car is due for a service shortly. The last three services have been done via a main dealer. It is a 2016 model with less than 19,000 miles on the clock and does less than 1000 miles a year. Is it worth...