BMW 1 Series or Audi A3 Sportback?

I am looking to purchase a new BMW 1 Series or Audi A3 Sportback for my daily commute of 40 miles to London. I’d prefer an automatic, with a petrol engine. What do you suggest?

I think the BMW X3 is much better, and cheaper, than the Range Rover Evoque - do you?

The Range Rover Evoque is a sales success and good for the company and people who build it. However, your colleagues in Telegraph motoring who reckon a cramped, not very economical 4-cylinder diesel-engined...

Why do runflat tyres need to be replaced after deflation?

I do not share your enthusiasm for runflat tyres. I have them on my BMW325i and the ride quality is not good. A leaky valve on one tyre caused a deflation so I ran it just over 30 miles to get home. When...

Mercedes CLS or BMW 6 Series?

I want to buy a low mileage (up to 40,000 miles) premium car. I have £14,000 to spend and drive about 25,000 a year. I was looking at either the Mercedes CLS or a BMW 6 Series. What would you advise?

Is the BMW N47 engine prone to timing chain failure?

I am looking at buying a high mileage 2010 BMW 320d touring E91 with N47 engine. Is this a good car to buy? I’m a bit concerned as the internet seems to be full of complains about broken timing chains...

Which wheels and tyres should I have fitted to a 1 Series 120D?

I am considering exchanging my BMW X1 2.0 xDrive for one of the three variants (SE, Urban or Sport) of the 1 Series 120D 5door xDrive. I would appreciate your opinion on these 4WDs and whether 16-inch...

Which wheels and tyres should I have fitted to a BMW X1?

I am considering exchanging my BMW X1 2.0 Xdrive for one of the three variants (SE, Urban or Sport) of the 1-Series 120D Sport 5door Xdrive. I would appreciate your opinion of these 4WDs and whether 16-inch...

BMW 5 Series suffering poor ride and handling - are the wheels and tyres to blame?

I have bought a 2012 BMW 520d recently after 12 years with a 530i Sport. So far I love the car, but am comparatively disappointed with the road holding, cornering and noise from tyres. The car is presently...

Trade in or auction - what's the best method for selling a car?

I’m in the process of buying a BMW 1 Series, but am not sure what to do with my 2012 Ford Fiesta. Should I sell it privately, trade it in or auction via BCA Sure-Sell scheme?

Would you recommend a Jaguar XK8 or BMW Z4?

I am looking to buy a convertible sports car to be used as a second car and to have a bit of fun in the summer months. I have £15,000 to spend and am considering either a Jaguar XK8 or BMW Z4. What would...