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?

What's the quietest SUV?

I am interested in buying an SUV. Which one would you consider to be the quietest? The BMW X1 looks good but I have read reviews that say the car suffers from high levels of tyre noise.

BMW 320i - belt or chain?

I'm looking at buying a 2009 BMW 320i ES saloon, it’s an auto with a full service history. I just have a couple of questions: Does it have folding rear seats? Does it have a cam belt or timing chain? I’ve...

Buying a new coupe - Audi TT or BMW 4 Series?

I want to buy a new diesel coupe. It must be exciting to drive, automatic and four-wheel drive. Also handy if I could get my golf clubs and trolley in the back. I quite like the Audi TT and 4 Series -...

What's the best car for a growing family?

My wife and I are expecting our first child and we currently a 2015 BMW 420d Coupe. The BMW is on a two year lease PCP ending June 2017. My two questions are 1. What would you recommend as a replacement? 2....

Problem with used car bought privately - what are my rights?

My 21 year old daughter bought a 2008 BMW 1 Series one month ago from a private seller. The car has 51,000 miles on the clock and cost her £5450. She paid for a background check and everything seemed fine,...

Buying used executive car - 5 Series or XF?

I am looking to upgrade from my diesel Ford Mondeo and a 2012 BMW 5 Series or 2011 Jaguar XF are favourites. I want a refined, comfortable cruiser, with decent oomph, to cover the 15-18000 miles a year...

DPF issues with BMW 520d

I own a 2010 BMW 5 Series. In recent months the car has reported high oil levels after a DPF regeneration. I presume fuel is now mixing with engine oil. Is there a fix for this problem? Also the BMW...