BMW 3 Series need new brakes after 25k miles - Is this normal?

I'm being told by my local BMW dealer that after 25,000 miles both the disc and pads need to replaced on my 3 Series (335). This is because of supposed pitting and surface corrosion on the discs. I feel...

Bought a car with dangerous tyres - Can I sue?

I bought a two year old BMW 640d Gran Coupe from a main dealer four weeks ago. During a routine inspection at another BMW dealership today it was pointed out that the front tyres were badly worn, one...

A new car for twins...

We are expecting twins later in the year and my 10 year old Golf GTI (which I cherish) won't cut the mustard. We live in London, with on street parking, and mileage is currently 7000 miles a year; as such...

BMW X3 - which wheel size is best for ride comfort ?

I'm thinking of buying a 12 month old BMW X3. However, I've noticed that lots of the cars have 19-inch wheels. Is this a no-no when it comes to ride quality? I've driven an SE with standard 17-inch wheels...

Which diesel gives the best real world economy?

I want to buy a car with good real world fuel economy. I quite like the Mazda 6, Skoda Octavia and BMW 3 Series xDrive. Which would you recommend?

BMW 2 Series dual mass flywheel failure

I bought a new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer in March 2015. Now, nine months later and 5500 miles, the clutch/dual mass flywheel has failed. The deaker has blamed my driving style. I replied that my wife...

Buy ex company BMW 320D SE touring, or go for a new company car?

My company car BMW 320D SE touring (2013 Model, with ~ 85,000 miles) is coming up to the end of its lease. I have to choose a new company car, but I could in theory buy the current car. It has had a relatively...

Will used cars face higher tax after April 2017?

I am thinking about buying a used 2006 bmw 530d. I am planning on holding on to the car for only a couple of years and would like to re-sell it after April 2017. Would the future owner be hit with the...

Do BMW service packages give value for money?

I have just ordered a new BMW 530d for delivery in June 2016.I have been offered a service package for five years or 50,000 miles for £575. Is this a good deal?

Buying a high mileage X3 - manual or auto?

I'm considering buying a 2014 BMW X3 2.0D with 120,000 miles on the clock. I intend to keep it for five years. Should I worry about the reliability of the automatic gearbox and go for the manual?