Vibration problem on BMW 1 Series

I have a 2009 BMW 120d M sport with 98,000 miles on the clock from new. The car has developed a severe vibration through the gear lever and clutch pedal. Any suggestions as to the cause?

Will stop/start cause turbocharger damaging

I have recently purchased a 3 Series BMW 320i Xdrive and assume it has a turbocharger fitted. With previous turbocharged cars I have always allowed a couple of minutes for the turbo to stop rotating and...

Need a used exec car with low running costs

I bought my Lexus IS220d (08 plate) four years ago with 40k miles on it and have now added 100k miles without much going wrong, Lexus customer services have been excellent throughout. I am now starting...

Which wheel size is best for the BMW 3 Series?

I am buying a new BMW 320i SE and would welcome your advice on wheel size for a smooth ride.

Buying a used BMW X3 - What should I look out for?

I'm thinking of buying a hi-spec BMW X3, year, 2010/11. Prices I'm being quoted are £16/17K for low mileage models. Is there anything I should be aware of when buying this model? Timing belts, niggling...

Brake caliper rust on BMW 5 Series

In September 2016 I bought a brand new BMW 530D M sport. It was a big purchase for me. After around 6-7 months I noticed surface rust on the brake calipers (braking performance is fine). I mentioned this...

How to clear clouded headlights on a BMW Z4?

I have had responses from two garages how to clear clouded headlamps on a BMW Z4. The first offered to clean and polish the headlamps for £40 using wet and dry buffing and finish with some sort of spray...

BMW X3 boot won't open

I own a 2011 BMW X3. The car has developed a fault, which means I can't always open the boot. It can take several presses of the key fob to get it to release. What is the cause and is it a known problem?...

BMW 3 Series timing chain issues

I have a 2011 BMW 320i (N43 engine) with timing issue problem. I have been waiting for two days for the results of the investigation but O am told it will be expensive to fix. The car is out of warranty...

Selling a car - Do I have to declare an engine repair?

One month ago I took my BMW series 3 (petrol) for a routine service and MOT. They called me to say there were "issues" with the car. It transpires two pieces of metal fell into the engine when they removed...