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Can you recommend a small 4x4 for use on snow-covered roads? 4 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I live on a hill and my drive is very steep. I did have a BMW X3 which was great in the snow but I foolishly sold it last year for a BMW 1 Series thinking... -
Motor trader has sold me a mapped car - what are my rights? 6 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
I part-exchanged my car two months ago for a 2019 BMW M140i from a trader. Within weeks of owning the car, I discovered it had been engine mapped. The... -
What small plug-in hybrid would you recommend? 19 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
Can you advise as to which in you opinion is the best small PHEV hybrid? I'm not interested in a 'charge on the go' hybrid as a lot of my journeys are... -
Should I continue to get my BMW 7 Series serviced at a main dealer or switch to an independent? 11 Aug 2020 (Ask HJ)
My car is due for a service shortly. The last three services have been done via a main dealer. It is a 2016 model with less than 19,000 miles on the clock... -
What's the best used BMW Z4 to buy? 23 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a BMW Z4 and my budget is £12000 - which models would you recommend keeping in mind running costs? And what age of vehicle could... -
I've seen a used BMW 4 Series for £36,999 - so why is the road tax £450? 9 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
I’m confused with the new road tax rules. I want to buy a used BMW 4 Series. I've found a nice car, registered in June 2017 - so new road tax rules apply.... -
What automatic petrol SUVs do you recommend with AWD? 1 Mar 2017 (Ask HJ)
I want to change my 2012 Subaru XV for a new car. I've tested a BMW X1 and a Peugeot 3008 but have now found out that the 3008 is not AWD. I'm looking... -
What luxury car would you recommend? 18 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
After 8 years driving a SEAT Leon I want something a little more luxurious. What do you think I should get, a 2015 BMW 3 Series 2.0 TD 320d EfficientDynamics... -
Looking for an executive car for £6500 - any recommendations? 12 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
I have up to £6500 to buy a car. I am in my mid-50s and cover 15,000 miles a year. I'd like a car with a good drive, lots of everyday comfort and decent... -
How much should a new BMW heater matrix cost? 13 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
A BMW dealer has quoted £1200 to have the heater matrix replaced on our 320i Touring, as it only heats the passenger side of the car. Is this excessive... -
Should I keep my BMW E90 or get rid? 29 Sep 2014 (Ask HJ)
My 2006 BMW E90 320i has developed a fault with both rear drive shafts. To fix this, I have been quoted £800. This is only three months since another fairly... -
Buying a powerful car, but want good MPG - what do you recomment? 13 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I want to buy a powerful car, but want good fuel economy and a comfortable ride. I currently drive a BMW 1 Series, but am fed up with the high cost of... -
Which wheels and tyres can I fit to my BMW 318i to improve the ride comfort and noise? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
My May 2011 BMW 318i SE came on 17-inch wheels and 45 profile Bridgestone tyres. The ride is hard and the tyres noisy. What might I consider to improve... -
What do you recommend for a long daily motorway commute? 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a 100 mile daily commute of mostly quiet motorway and I’m looking to replace my company Mitsubishi Outlander with a diesel estate that is capacious... -
Searching for a second car that's comfortable and economical 3 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
We are looking to get a second car and would like some advice on what you'd recommend for us. My husband currently does around 20,000 - 25,000 miles per... -
Do modern safety measures counteract an increase in wheelspin? 23 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I refer to your reply regarding cruise control during heavy rain. My question is, wouldn't the safety measures in a modern car counteract any increase... -
BMW 1 series start stop is playing up. What could be causing it? 28 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
Start stop has stopped working at all over past few weeks. Conditions for operating have been met e.g outside temp and battery fully charged manually.... -
Buying replacement tyres 5 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am at present running a 2009 BMW 120d SE convertible (with which I am very pleased). It is fitted with Continental Premium Contact SSR tyres size 205/55... -
My BMX X5 sat-nav only accepts four- or five-digit postcodes 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
My sat-nav on my BMW X5 SE 2009 model only accepts four- or five-digit postcodes in the UK. Works superbly in France, but useless in the UK. Is there an... -
Why don't you recommend the BMW 3 Series for people requiring easy loading of young children? 15 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Perhaps DP and his wife do not like ‘tall’ cars of the type you suggested (Touran, etc). If so, they may like to know that my wife and I absolutely love...
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