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My local garage damaged my BMW whilst supposedly repairing it. What are my options? 6 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2009 BMW 330d touring with many extras which I bought for £46,000 list new (it now has 16,000 miles). In April of this year it began to run very... -
Over tyred and over here 21 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Early last summer I was delighted to take delivery of a new BMW 320D Estate but regrettably it has not lived up to my expectations, BMW has, and is continuing... -
Is it worth replacing the blown turbo on my 2009 BMW 520d? 26 Jun 2018 (Ask HJ)
My 2009 BMW 520d exploded with a sudden loss of power after a brief period of a strange tiny whining noise when pressing the accelerator pedal (driving... -
BMW 5 Series - auto versus sport auto gearbox 26 Jul 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am on my second BMW F11 530D SE.Both configured with the "Sport" Auto box as opposed to the normal Auto box. Both cars have had the same irritating characteristic.... -
What sort of journey is sufficient to allow the DPF to clear in a diesel BMW 3 Series? 8 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
I was interested to read the question titled "Agriculture club" that concluded "you bought completely the wrong engine for your type of use". I'm currently... -
What do you think of the petrol-engined BMW 3 Series saloon? 4 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
After much deliberation and, endless reading of specifications, I have more or less made my mind up to buy a car some might seem strange. What do you think?... -
Which car to replace my Mondeo ST24 offers good performance and large load carrying ability? 27 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a Mondeo ST24 estate for 12 years. It has proved reliable, relatively economical, sporty, good to drive with decent performance and carries... -
Is there anything to look out for on a BMW 123D? 2 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I may have the opportunity to buy a BMW 123D via someone who has been leasing it for three years - so I 'know where it's been', sort of thing. It's a 2009... -
Which BMW returns over 60mpg? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
What is the BMW model you have that gives you nearly 60mpg? This coming September I will have owned my Volvo C30 three years and have an option to hand... -
When should I worry about my BMW 320d Touring going wrong? 7 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 320d Touring new in Sept '08 & dealer maintained throughout its 62,000 miles. It's the best car I've ever owned (great to drive, never let... -
Which 4x4 SUV offers good comfort for a bad back sufferer and is reliable for short journeys? 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I currently own a 5-year-old Porsche Boxster and am looking to change it in the next three or four months. I am retired, and enjoy my driving. However,... -
Can we get a local tyre dealer to fit winter tyres to our 318d rather than pay BMW's prices? 22 Oct 2010 (Ask HJ)
We have a BMW 318d Touring with 225/45 R17 91V Continental Sport Contact 2 SSR runflat tyres. We want to fit winter tyres for a European trip this winter... -
Can I perform an oil change on my BMW diesel without invalidating my service plan? 16 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2008 BMW 2-litre coupe diesel. At the time of purchase I also purchased the service package. The longlife oil has to be changed every two years... -
Unstable ABS 30 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
Had a warning light come up on my 2005 BWW 1 Series. The manual suggests Suspension Stability Control. BMW diagnostics states "brake hydraulic malfunction... -
How much should I ask for my 1998 BMW M3? 22 Jan 2019 (Ask HJ)
I have been the sole lady owner of an Estoril Blue BMW M3 SMG Evo since I purchased it new in 1998. The car is in great condition and recently has had... -
BMW 2 Series dual mass flywheel failure 19 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I bought a new BMW 2 Series Active Tourer in March 2015. Now, nine months later and 5500 miles, the clutch/dual mass flywheel has failed. The deaker has... -
Buying used executive car - 5 Series or XF? 20 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to upgrade from my diesel Ford Mondeo and a 2012 BMW 5 Series or 2011 Jaguar XF are favourites. I want a refined, comfortable cruiser, with... -
New Toyota 1.6 D4D engine - is it reliable? 17 Feb 2016 (Ask HJ)
What is your general opinion of Toyota's 1.6 D4D engine? I hear it is BMW supplied and was wondering does it suffer from any DPF issues? I currently drive... -
New BMW X1 fixed service contract and first oil change 28 Sep 2015 (Ask HJ)
I'm getting a new BMX X1 xDrive 20i. My mileage is 8,000 a year, minimum journey 10 miles from cold. Is the BMW service inclusive worthwhile and should... -
Buying a used BMW - M3 or M5? 3 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am looking for a second hand BMW M3 or M5. I only do about 8000 miles a year and I fancy something with four-doors and some speed when required. I am...

