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  Does the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer 218i feel underpowered? 28 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer 218i petrol automatic. As this engine is actually only a 1.5-litre, I'm concerned the car might be underpowered....
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  Mini/BMW fitment run flat tyres - do they come as all-seasons? 24 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mini Countryman SD auto. It has 205/55/17 runflat tyres. I need to replace the front tyres. Do I need to stick to a BMW fitment runflat or can...
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  BMW 5 Series missing gears 9 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have a BMW 5 Series diesel (2009 model) and have noticed that the auto box is missing a gear. It is also making a piercing screeching noise. Lifting...
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  BMW 1 Series - is it reliable? 27 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am interested in buying a BMW 2008 1 Series M Sport 116i, does the n47 engine chain failure apply to this model or is it mostly diesel engines? Most...
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  Does my BMW 118 diesel have a timing chain? 7 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I have bought a 2008 BMW 118 diesel. Can you tell me if it has a timing chain and if so when would be a good time to change it?
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  Golf GTI or BMW Coupe 320D? 28 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I want to buy a new car and have narrowed my choice to the Volkswagen Golf GTI and BMW 3 Series. I do 12,000 miles a year, which includes a daily commute...
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  Will a BMW Z3 be suitable for touring in France? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My wife and I are retired and want to go touring in France this summer. What do you think of a BMW Z3 about 10 years old for the tour? It will only be...
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  Which motorway car? 18 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I drive 50 miles each way to work on the M5 every day. I also have 2 small children, which small family car would you recommend to keep costs down? Is...
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  BMW X3 - Manual or Automatic? 9 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We are thinking of buying a new BMW X3. What's your recommendation on the transmission to go for, manual or automatic? Most 4x4s seem to have automatic...
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  What do you think of the BMW 330i? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  We're thinking of changing our car and are looking at a 2008 BMW 330i (the 272bhp model). We do around 8000 miles per year and want something that is fun...
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  Where can I get a replacement cup holder for my BMW 5 Series? 12 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I would appreciate your advice on sourcing a replacement cup holder unit for my 2004 BMW 5 Series 525i. I have managed to get the existing broken unit...
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  Why is my BMW 320d producing blue smoke after I used injector cleaner? 20 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I recently added injector cleaner to half tank of diesel in my 51-plate BMW 320d. I drove it as per normal, refuelled, and then started noticing blue smoke...
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  Rider haggard 20 Mar 2010 (Ask HJ)
  Looking for advice please. My 2007 BMW 120d currently runs on 17" wheels with runflat tyres. The ride is ok, but a bit firmer than I like. I can get 16"...
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  BMW electric window problems 28 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I own a BMW Coupe 318ci E46 (2005 model). When opening the driver's door the window opens up completely, not just a small amount to open door. What could...
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  Bad diagnostics from BMW dealer - can I demand a refund? 20 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2006 BMW X3 2.0d Sport, which at 53,000 miles has suddenly lost all power. At the time it lost power, the car was towing a car and caravan. I...
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  My car needs £16,000 worth of repairs for a water-damaged engine - am I liable? 23 Mar 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I purchased a 2018 BMW X6 with a full service history and warranty until 25 October 2020. It has 22,500 miles on the clock. 140 miles into a journey, a...
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  Brake caliper rust on BMW 5 Series 17 Jun 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In September 2016 I bought a brand new BMW 530D M sport. It was a big purchase for me. After around 6-7 months I noticed surface rust on the brake calipers...
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  BMW X5 faults 15 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used BMW X5 (E70) seven months ago as a main BMW dealer. Its been back twice to have work done under warranty. My headlamps have 'dark spots'...
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  I'm buying a new BMW X1, will it have the latest operating system? 2 Aug 2023 (Ask HJ)
  I would just like your view on the following. For many, many months I have been trying to buy a new BMW X1 (U11 series) and finally managed to source one...
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  Are there any issues with driving a car when the traction control doesn't work? 13 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a 2010 BMW 320d which has 130k on the clock. Recently the DTC sensor light started flashing with associated loss of power - I deactivated the system...