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Buying a used 3 Series - what should I look out for? 4 Sep 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a (2012 model) BMW 320ed. It has 42,000 miles on the clock, should I buy a 12 month warranty? ... -
Need a 4x4 with comfortable seats - what do you recommend? 26 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me which four-wheel drive vehicle has the most comfortable and pliable ride for a driver with back pain problems? -
Who makes the best steering lock? 10 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
What's the best steering lock on the market? I'm off to Europe and would feel better if I had one to fitted to my new BMW 3 Series. -
Which convertible? 6 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I wish to buy a second hand folding roof 4 seater automatic car. I was attracted to the Volkswagen Eos but your comments on it put me off. I would like... -
Private sale price - what would you recommend? 26 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
What should I ask for a private sale of my silver 2002 51 plate BMW 318i SE Touring with full black leather and 86k miles, FSH, 10 months' MoT, excellent... -
Re-tyring gentleman 15 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
Are there any issues changing from runflats to standard tyres on a 2005 BMW 520d -
Can you recommend a 4x4 for use in snow, and can we buy a car and register it in Spain? 30 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I hope you can give me some advice. I've never been attracted to 4x4s, but living in Scotland and having two severe winters in a row has persuaded me that... -
Why won't my BMW 535 M-Sport's £2,000 sat nav accept 7-digit UK postcodes? 8 Nov 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've owned a fairly high spec 2006 BMW 535 ‘M’ Sport for some 18 months and one of the important extras I sought was the satellite navigation system. I... -
I've bought a MINI Cooper with a gearbox fault - am I covered under consumer protection for the cost of repairs? 10 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I've just purchased a MINI Cooper 54 plate, costing me £6299 from a small dealer. I have finance on the £6000, and have paid £299 cash. I bought it on... -
Are there any issues in buying a car that was stored for three years? 20 Aug 2025 (Ask HJ)
I am interested in buying a used low mileage diesel BMW. The previous owner was abroad for three years and kept the car in a garage untouched. He then... -
What's the best car for a family with two children? 2 Jul 2024 (Ask HJ)
My London-based son and his family need to replace their problematic Mazda CX-5 in a hurry. They need a car to accommodate their two small children and... -
What comfortable but reasonably fast car would you suggest on a £35k budget? 13 Jun 2023 (Ask HJ)
I have owned a sports car as a second car for many years and currently have a BMW M2. Due to advancing years and the poor state of the roads I would like... -
How can I check if alloy wheels I own will fit my new car? 23 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
How can I check if the almost-new set of 18-inch alloy wheels, which I bought for a previous car (Audi A6), will fit my BMW 520d? The tyre sizes are the... -
How much is a 1995 BMW 320i worth? 12 Jul 2019 (Ask HJ)
I've been tasked with selling my mum's 1995 BMW 320i auto saloon, 67k miles, in quite good condition for a 25-year-old car, but I've no idea what to ask... -
Why are the rear brakes in my relatively new BMW 2 Series already worn? 7 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
I own an 18 month old BMW 2 Series Active Tourer which has just had it's first service at 17,100 miles. I'm told that the rear brake pads are worn and... -
Is it smart to buy a new car from a dealer that's 75 miles away? 21 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm about to buy a new BMW 320I Touring and have obtained good offers from both Drive the Deal and Carwow. In fact Drive the Deal are a few hundred pounds... -
What is the EDC gearbox in the Renault Scenic like? 9 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
I like the look of the new model Renault Scenic and am considering changing my lovely BMW E89 Z4 M Sport auto for one. The Dynamique S Nav appears to be... -
Are there any all-weather tyres available for my BMW convertible? 3 Jan 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2012 BMW 330d convertible. The wheels are 255/30/19 at rear and 225/35/19 at front. If I move to 17-inch wheels ( 225/45/17 tyres), are there... -
What car should I buy after owning a Saab? 23 Dec 2016 (Ask HJ)
We will have to change our car next year and I am struggling to find one that is as spacious, comfortable and efficient as my current diesel Saab 9-3 twin... -
BMW 530 diesel versus 520 diesel - go for the newer engine? 17 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
Congratulations on a great motoring column. I have a 520 manual diesel, which is 7 years old with 72,000 miles on the clock. Oil changes at 10,000 miles....

