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  Poor customer service from Hertz 10 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I booked a Hertz Prestige BMW 2 Series Active Tourer several months in advance (the idea is that you get that type of car with leather seats etc) but I...
• BMW X1 2016 SDrive - Help with BMW x1 Sdrive Diesel 13 Feb 2016 (Forum)
  Hi,   I was waiting like a hawk from the time the new BMW X1 got announced. It looked soo much better than the old one. Now that it is out, I have test driven the entry sDrive18d Automatic diesel and it was just brilliant.    Problem is that I do not want to go for the higher powered (high emissions) petrol versions.
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  BMW timing chain failure - what should I replace? 18 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  The timing chain has snapped on my 2007 BMW 318d, with 127,000 miles on the clock. I'm not in the position to change the car and have been happy with it...
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  Are rear-wheel drive cars rubbish in the winter? 6 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We're looking at buying a newish (2-3yr old) sporty car and we've been looking at BMW 1 Series, specifically the 116 or 118. All good so far however given...
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  Leaky BMW 3 Series convertible 3 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a used BMW 3 Series convertible in February and have had continuous issues with water ingress. I took it back to the dealer, who ‘fixed’ it with...
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  What's causing my BMW 3 Series to misfire? 5 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a BMW 3 Series automatic. Presently, the car misfired on the first start of the day, but clears after five minutes. I’ve replaced two coil packs,...
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  Can I remove the DPF from my BMW X3? 30 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently replaced the DPF on my BMW X3, due to the car having a lack of power above 3000rpm. I assumed that the new DPF would fix things however...
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  Would you recommend a BMW M Sport 3 Series or an Audi A5? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have a budget of around £17,500 and I'm looking at the Audi A5 or BMW M Sport 3 Series coupe. Fuel economy and cost of insurance is important as well...
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  My BMW 5 Series tiptronic seems to misfire when stopped with 'Drive' engaged. What's wrong with it? 6 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I have just purchased a 2007 BMW 520d SE tiptronic automatic which has done 32,000 miles. It's a beautiful car and runs like a dream, but when I come to...
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  How can I get a discount on a BMW X3 or X5 when buying from overseas? 17 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a used (57/08) BMW X3 or X5. A slight complication is that I am trying to do this from abroad so I can pick the car up shortly after...
• Why are so many BMW X5 drivers arrogant? 3 Sep 2009 (Forum)
  I was a passenger in SWMBO's car at the junction of the A1 & M25 and stopped at the lights. Ahead of us was an Alfa, and behind us a long queue of cars. A Black BMW X5 drew up inside us, in the "must turn left" lane to the service area. As the lights changed, the BMW moved off sharply and, instead of turning left as was compulsory, swerved in front of the Alfa.
• BMW 3-Series E36 (1991 - 1998) - buying an old BMW 2 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  Am I going to be dissappointed going from my 1999 Octavia 2.0 petrol (which is also pretty clean and drives okay if a little heavy) to a 1995 BMW 318? I'm really referring to ownership as well as driving experience. [note that my expectations are realistic - this is entering bangernomics territory afterall] Finally, if the answer to the above question is "No" what would you advise me to pay?
• BMW 318 E46 Coolant System Troubles 18 Oct 2003 (Forum)
  I have an S Reg BMW 318iSE which has done 78000 miles and twice in the space of a 1.5 years the car has broken down with cooling system problems. The first time the thermostat failed which caused the expansion tank to crack.
• Help - Which Car - BMW, Audi or Discovery 22 Sep 2024 (Forum)
  I've been bideing my time and saving up the pennies. My choice are; Land Rover Discovery 3, but it's expensive and not the best MPG New Style BMW 5 Touring - Supoosed to be good, haven't driven it yet Audi A4 Avant - Had a diesel for a couple of weeks, great car, good MPG Now my dilemma (it's not a bad dilemma to have) is; A) I want the car to depreciate well.
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  Why is my car slow to start in the winter? 28 Dec 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Why does my 2018 BMW 120D Sport (with 21,000 miles) seem hesitant to start on icy cold mornings?
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  Which all-season tyres should I fit to my BMW X1? 15 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What tyres, preferably all-season, would you recommend for my BMW X1 petrol? Existing tyres are Pirelli P Zeros, size 225/50/R18 99W.
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  Should I used premium petrol in my BMW Z4? 8 Aug 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I drive a BMW Z4 M40i, will I benefit from using premium grade petrol such as Shell V Power?
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  Can I get my car repaired at a different dealer under warranty? 18 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I bought a BMW from an Audi main dealer. There is a fault on the car that they cannot repair. It is under warranty. Can I get it repaired by a BMW dealer...
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  Blocked DPF - what should I do? 13 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  The diesel particulate filter (DPF) on my BMW 520D G30 is blocked, what should I do?
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  The wires in my new car have been chewed by mice. Is this a common issue? 18 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My new BMW has been attacked by mice. The electric cables and insulation have been chewed and the repair bill is likely to be substantial. Are there any...