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Why won't my BMW dealer make my personal plates to my own layout requirements? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have purchased a personalised registration from DVLA to put on a new BMW. I requested a certain layout for the plates i.e. EG slight space 63 slight... -
Audi A4 or BMW 3 Series? 2 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me which is better, Audi A4 or BMW 3 Series? The reviews seem to suggest that the new BMW is a better car, but I'm hesitant because I've had... -
Should the brakes wear so soon? 12 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
What should I expect to happen after owning a BMW which is just 12 months old which has been found to need all discs and pads renewing? Mileage is... -
In-law manifold 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
One of your readers letters extolled the virtue of running older cars. Like you, I remember when I was young and had little money. I ran old cars and can’t... -
Where can I get a spare wheel for my 2006 BMW 5 Series? 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have purchased a 2006 BMW 520D Auto with normal tyres, not runflats. There is a cigarette lighter-powered compressor and a can of gunk in the boot, but... -
Is it worth remapping the ECU in my car? 6 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
Is it worth the cost of a remapping of the cars ECU on my BMW X1 2.0d? -
How can I track down an old car that my grandad once owned? 4 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
My granddad passed away this week and going through photos of him I found a picture of his old BMW. According to DVLA the V5C was last issued in July 2007... -
Could you recommend a comfortable car for my next lease? 15 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW X5 40e. The lease is coming up for renewal and the new version is much more expensive. I'd like to know what you think of the nearest equivalent... -
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 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... -
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... -
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... -
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,... -
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... -
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... -
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... -
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 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? -
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. -
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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