Shrink wrapped

I need to run my BMW 330d Convertible right through this coming winter so I decided to fit winter tyres. I chose the BMW approved Goodyear Eagle UG GW3-RSCs on 17-inch rims to replace the original Bridgestone...

Can BMW be forced to recall alloys where there's significant failure

My two BMW's with 19-inch alloys have experienced cracks on four of the wheels. This is a common problem which BMW continue to contest responsibility. The cracks are normally formed on the inside of the...

Reported MPG against real - can this be right?

I've recently bought a BMW E93 Convertible 325D Auto and have been looking carefully at the MPG figures. I never get anything like what the manufacturer says but I can live with that but I decided to...

Petrol or diesel 3 Series?

I am looking to buy a brand new BMW 3 series convertible. In terms of reliability and cost of ownership should I go for diesel or petrol. 15000 miles p.a. over a 4/5 year period. Reliability is more...

Tyres for BMW E93

I am looking to replace the Bridgestone runflat tyres on my wife's E93. Would you recommend moving away from run flat tyres and replacing with standard tyres? Looking for a tyre that would give a more...

Which convertible has a large boot space to accommodate my golf clubs?

Having, regrettably, had to sell my pristine XJS convertible through lack of winter garage space, I would be most grateful to know which "Eurocar" convertible available, at least three years old and no...

Which cabriolet?

I'm changing my 3 year old CLK 200 sport cabriolet. I really want a metal folding roof as we want to do some long trips in Europe and I am not too happy leaving a soft top overight in many different places!...

Best value engine size

My bad back makes driving my current Honda S2000 painful and I now need more space, an auto box and ideally a metal folding roof. I rarely use the huge power available. Vauxhall Twin-top is cheapest but...

We buy any car/ cash4cars

I am literally about to buy (already paid a deposit) a 2007 BMW 320 SE with 37k on the clock. I am paying £10,995 for it, but when I did some investigation with 'webuyanycar & cash4cars' I found that if...

Buying a premium used four seater

I'm running a Volvo XC60 SE Lux D5, which I very much rate. My work arrangements are changing to involve 50% overseas travel so I really no longer need to have such a workhorse as I'm unlikely to do more...