DPF problems with BMW 1 Series

I have a 59 plate BMW 1 Series 118d. For the past few weeks the DPF light has been coming on after about 10 mins after driving. My local garage says the DPF is block and needs replacing. I asked if they...

Does my car have a DMF and will it need replacing?

I previously owned a BMW 530d manual whose Dual Mass Flywheel failed at around 90,000 miles. My current 530d has the (excellent) 8-speed auto box - does this mean that the car will not have a DMF?

Poor customer service from Hertz

I booked a Hertz Prestige BMW 2 Series Active Tourer several months in advance (the idea is that you get that type of car with leather seats etc) but I ended up being given a fairly basic Cactus. Hertz...

Need a comfortable and refined car for £25,000

I'm looking for a new car with excellent comfort and quiet running. A petrol engine and manual gearbox is preferred. I am considering either the new Skoda Superb or BMW 3 Series for about 17 to 25k via...

Replacing a Ford C-MAX - what should I get?

I am thinking of changing my 2007 Ford C-MAX with something new, which must be comfortable and capable of towing a small trailer. What do you suggest I look at?

Replacement for our BMW 320d Touring

Can you offer suggestions for a nearly new replacement for our BMW 320d Touring? We do 15000 miles a year; we want a petrol engine; we want a high driving position; we need to be able to carry golf clubs;...

Should I buy a BMW 640d with 100k on the clock?

I have recently seen a 2012 plate BMW 640d for sale with 100,000 miles on the clock.The car has a full service history, but I am a little worried about the high mileage. Should I buy or avoid?

BMW 5 Series - auto versus sport auto gearbox

I am on my second BMW F11 530D SE.Both configured with the "Sport" Auto box as opposed to the normal Auto box. Both cars have had the same irritating characteristic. I drive very gently. The box up-shifts...

BMW 1 Series trip computer failure

My wife drives a 2015 BMW 1 Series. The car has covered 3500 miles and has started experiencing intermittent problems with the trip computer and dashboard readouts. Sometimes they switch off completely...

Photographer in need of a large estate

I am a photographer based in London and in need of a new vehicle to carry my kit and (sometimes) clients. This will also be the family motor. Ideally, I'd like a vehicle that handles well and has a bit...