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  • BMW Park Distance Control - Not working. 20 Nov 2003 (Forum)
    My gf's BMW Compact 1.6 1996 has Park Distance Control which has just stopped working. Anyone got any ideas?
  • BMW 3 Series E46 - BMW Auto Trans Fluid Change or Not to Change 6 May 2016 (Forum)
    BMW dealers are all (with exception of one) with the sealed for life mantra. Transmission is operating perfectly - no bumps or noises or hesitation. If it's necessary I'd like to get it done, if not I'd prefer to save myself a few hundred quid!
  • What is the best petrol to use in a BMW 330I? 5 Dec 2014 (Ask HJ)
    What is the correct petrol to use in a BMW 330i?
  • Best wheels and tyres for BMw 535d? 16 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
    What are the right rim size and wheels to buy for my BMW 535d E60 for summer? I want to improve the ride and comfort.
  • Can I fit non run flats to my BMW? 13 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
    Is it ok to fit non run flat tyres to my 2009 BMW? I want to fit four winter tyres.
  • Where can I get a replacement BMW key? 6 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have lost my BMW 118d car keys - what is the cheapest reliable source for replacements?
  • Downsizing from a 325 21 Aug 2012 (Ask HJ)
    Want a small car with auto, with slow depreciation, reliable to commute 40 mile round trip - most probably petrol. Had a E93 325 d M sport and need something...
  • BMW X3 - BMW X3 self started 27 Jul 2012 (Forum)
    BMW X3 (wonderful car) , 6 weeks old, was parked, engine stopped (stop/start function), we locked the car and went to an event about 200 yards away.  It was announced at the event that the car engine was running and please return to the car.
  • What's wrong with my BMW 3 Series's cruise control? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
    I have a 2007 BMW 318D E90 2007. When I engage the cruise control (70mph) it cuts out the engine and all kind of warning lights appear on the dashboard....
  • BMW 3-Series E46 (1998 - 2005) - 2002 BMW 316 SE, advice needed. 16 Jul 2008 (Forum)
    I've recently put down a deposit on a 2002 BMW 316 SE, it's fair to say im pretty nieve when it comes to BMW's and also the buying and selling of cars in general, so kinda just checking whether i've got an ok deal and if theirs anything i should be keeping an eye for with this model.
  • Who's liable for my BMW's faulty timing chain? 25 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I purchased a used (2009) BMW 3 Series Touring 320D 10 months ago from a Lexus dealer. At purchase it had only 16,000 miles on the clock and a full BMW...
  • bmw e91 330d - bmw e91 radio and CD tend to 'blip' for 10 mins 14 Aug 2015 (Forum)
    My BMW business CD (standard) tends to 'blip' when listening to a CD, for about 2 secs, every 20 secs, for 10 mins or so, then is fine. Same with the radio, only it blips for half a sec, every 20 secs, for 10 mins or so of listening, then is fine.
  • 1999 vectra vs 1996 BMW 318 17 Nov 2010 (Forum)
    Hi I was wondering if anyone could give some info on this subject I have a 1999 vectra 1.8 ls and was thinking of changing it to a 1996 BMW 318i se. Would this be a good move the vectra has 105000 miles on it and the BMW has about 15000 more. I'm thinking the BMW would have better fuel economy as it is the same size engine but pulling a slightly smaller car.
  • BMW X5 E53 - Used BMW X5 16 Jun 2010 (Forum)
    Hi Everyone, I hope that you are well. I have the option of buying a 2002 BMW X5 3.0i Sport, It has full agent history and 87,000 miles on the clock, overall it looks in nice condition but I have not yet driven it. It is priced up at 9995 but is up for a bit of negotiation, Im looking at trading in my car and maybe running one of these for a year or two.
  • BMW 520i - Mechanic in East London? 22 Mar 2007 (Forum)
    Hi, I've just bought a 2001 BMW 520i and am wondering where would be a good place to get it serviced? I live in E14 and any BMW specialists I've found listed are at least an hours drive away! Also I understand that for automatic transmissions I need to get the the auto fluid changed by a transmission specialist since it's a "sealed for life" transmission.
  • BMW 523 - oil in cooling water 5 Oct 2004 (Forum)
    My immediate thought is the cylinder head gasket, are there any other likely causes? If this is the problem, am I better off going to a BMW dealer, a non-franchised BMW specialist or an engine rebuilder, and does anyone have any recommendations in the Cambridge/Huntingon area? TIA
  • Why does the BMW 3 2.0 cost less to run than the BMW 3 1.8? 12 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
    I had a 2005 BMW 3 Series 2.0-litre automatic as my main car in 2010 and I remember it being tax bracket J (190g/km),150PS, and on paper showing 35mpg...
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  • BMW 1-series: thread removed 13 Jun 2016 (Forum)
    I have removed a thread about a BMW 1-series which was allegedly clocked, at the request of the OP, who fears that the publicity may affect their case. Sorry!
 

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