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what oil for X5 3.0 ltr petrol ??? 19 Nov 2005 (Forum)
hiya i am after having an oil change on my bmw X5 3.0litre 2001,just usual spark plugs air filter oil filter and oil.i normally get my bmw parts from euro parts or german and swedish.being i bit of a tight wad!!! :)anyway getin to the point, the mechanic where i usually take my car has said it would be fine with semi synthetic 10w/40. and thats what he would put in if i just dropped it off and didnt give him any parts,i understand hes not a bmw mechnic,but hes been in the job for nearly 20 years.when i went to g+s they recommended i get the fully synthetic 0w/30 and they dont do this, best they have is 5w/40.they said its not worth risking an engine for the sake of 50 quid and said i was best to go to bmw and get what they would use which i think would be the 0w/30 castrol edge.euro parts said it would be fine with there oil which is fully synthetic 0w/40,so i just need someones advise on the the oil situation, do i stop being a tight wad and fork out nearly 100 quid in oil from bmw, or get the 0w/40 from euro parts.it just seems every person in the motor trade has different advise on oil.thank you for any advise you could give me on this matter ,michael -
ANY - Briefing document MG Rover prior to collapse. 12 Mar 2022 (Forum)
Much of the foregoing has addressed the plans that are in place to fix MG Rover, and gives opinion as to the likelihood of success. BMW tried to “fix-it” at Rover for six years, and having destroyed substantial value for BMW shareholders, opted to “sell-it”. Sell-it When BMW despaired of fixing Rover Group it chose to sell it. -
Raised expectation 29 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
We're in our late 60s and not getting any more nimble. My 05 E46 BMW 320d Touring with 40k miles on the clock has always been dealer-serviced since new.... -
Can I retrofit Apple CarPlay to my 2019 car? 8 Apr 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have a 69 plate BMW X1 which has the standard BMW sat nav but no support for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto. Is it possible to upgrade or retrofit this... -
What's the most fun hatchback for £10,000? 5 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
As I will buy one last non-EV as a runabout before most probably switching to battery power within a couple of years, what would you recommend as a used... -
How much is a 1998 BMW 328i Convertible worth? 4 Sep 2019 (Ask HJ)
A friend has a 1998 BMW 328i Convertible in excellent condition with only 48,000 miles on the clock. Where would you recommend she goes to sell it and/or... -
Is it worth buying BMW Protect X from my dealer? 12 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at BMW Protect X for my new BMW 3 Series. It's a product that protects the car's bodywork and interior. It says that it also guards the vehicle’s... -
Skoda Yeti or BMW X1? 16 Dec 2015 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to replace one of my cars and am considering the Skoda Yeti 1.2 DSG but I don't like the gearbox and would prefer a torque convertor so am... -
Should I fit a racing chip to my BMW X3? 28 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I would like to tune my 2004 BMW X3 2.0 diesel, which currently has 150PS. The racing chip will increase torque from 330 to 412Nm and raise output to 192PS.... -
Buying a BMW 435i - auto or manual? 23 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I drive a BMW 330i M Sport Coupe and love it. My next car will most likely be a 4 series, but sadly there is no equivalent 430i. Whilst the 428i performs... -
Should I replace my 12-year-old BMW 320i's PAS pump? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
My 12-year-old 320i SE automatic salon BMW has provided good and relatively trouble-free driving for the past six years. Unfortunately, the steering has... -
Why is the climate control in my BMW 120i inadequate? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I bought a BMW 120i convertible with climate control. The 28 degrees centigrade max of the BMW is puny - no good at all for winter sun. Neither does it... -
Should I specify X-drive four-wheel drive on my new BMW 320d? 16 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am about to order a new BMW F30 320d auto Touring and am seriously thinking on including their new four-wheel drive system. BMW advises me it drives... -
Why don't Volkswagen build a 4x4 Golf Estate with raised suspension? 9 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife is totally devoted to our Mk IV Golf Estate TDI 130, the ideal mid-sized family workhorse, which will be 10 years old this year and has over 100,000... -
Which petrol car offers good performance without big wheels? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to change my 2007 BMW 120D SE (I have been really happy with this car) and would welcome your advice on possible replacements. My annual mileage... -
Buying an older BMW soft-top 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of a getting an old E30 or E36 BMW convertible for summer motoring as a third car. My budget is £5000 so that should get me a really good... -
Just bought a 1992 BMW 3 Series - what should I check? 19 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have just purchased an immaculate 1992 BMW E36 320i coupe with documented 45,000 miles. As a precaution I am going to change all fluids, water pump and... -
Best new car to last a long time 12 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
Hi. I know nothing of cars but I want to buy a good used diesel automatic to last for many years. I don't care about buying the latest greatest model every... -
Need a winter car, budget up to £60k 25 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I need a car that will cope with winter - 4WD or winter tyres OK. Budget up to 60K. Need spacious boot and 4 doors. I don't like the interior of the Jaguar... -
Law unto himself 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I wish to thank you and your legal advisors for the sound advice given me, re: a 535D delivered to my son on 2 July, breaking down on 17 July 2011. A special...
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