Need an upmarket estate with low running costs

I'm in the market for a decent quality estate that will give excellent fuel economy. Ideally, I'd like a diesel, as I travel over 15,000 miles a year. However, I also want low running costs and good reliability....

BMW X1 MoT advisory - what does it mean?

The MoT advisory on my 2012 BMW X1 states 'offside rear outer drive shaft inner boot liner clip loose' and 'slight click noise to wheel when rotated'. Garage started talking about £600 plus labour to fix...

Buying an executive car - Jaguar or BMW?

I have a 2015 BMW 5 Series. I have been offered a brand new Jaguar Portfolio 2.0 diesel auto 180PS with a cash exchange of £15K. I have also been offered the 2017 BMW 520 SE from March 2017 for £16K....

BMW 320i engine management light - what does it mean?

I own a 2010 BMW 320i. Recently, the engine management light has come on. Any idea what might be causing this?

Is the BMW 320d auto suitable for towing a caravan?

I am thinking of buying a BMW 320d Auto GT M Sport, do these cars have a problem with towing because of the auto gearbox? If they do, does this apply to other auto vehicles as well?

How much are my BMW winter wheels and tyres worth?

I am downsizing from my BMW X3 F25 to a BMW X1 and have the following items to sell: A set of four genuine BMW X3 F25 17-inch 7.5J alloy wheels fitted with Dunlop Winter Sport 225/60 R17 tyres with 6mm...

Best sports car for 80 year old driver?

I recently bought my 80 year old petrolhead father a Ford Focus RS. In fact my idea was to let him drive it for a few weeks, that was on 3 September and I've not had it back since! He is now emailing...

Why won't my BMW 320i start?

I have had a BMW 320i for about three months and during this time it has developed an intermittent starting fault. Basically, about every fourth time I try, the car refuses to start. I am assuming the...

Can I reject my used car over an oil leak?

I purchased a car from a dealer on the 23 September, which came with a six month parts and labour warranty. During a routine service at a BMW dealership a major oil leak was discovered coming from rocker...

Should I visit a specialist or main dealer for head light repair?

Something fell from a tree and hit the front passenger light of my wife's BMW 118d M sport, on a 65 plate. It smashed the 'glass' and the middle of the outside ring light. The main BMW dealer wants £612...