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Buy ex company BMW 320D SE touring, or go for a new company car? 16 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
My company car BMW 320D SE touring (2013 Model, with ~ 85,000 miles) is coming up to the end of its lease. I have to choose a new company car, but I... -
Screen washers on BMW X1 not working 15 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
I followed your tip to clear blockage with hose. I heard a bang from the drivers side wing and washers still only throw out a few dribbles of water. Have... -
Petrol car with torquey engine 24 Jul 2015 (Ask HJ)
Having always had diesel cars I worry about losing performance by way of reduced torque with an equivalent sized petrol engine. I have a BMW 420d xDrive.... -
Mini One - keep or reject? 17 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought my dream car recently from a BMW dealer - a 2008 MINI One. It was a good price with only 24,000 miles on the clock. However, since then,it has... -
Buying a used BMW 3 series saloon - which engine? 1 Aug 2014 (Ask HJ)
Which engine would be best for long term reliability - 320i, 328i or 330d? I prefer the way petrol drives but am worried about coil and injector problems... -
Can you recommend a big car with comfortable seats? 4 Feb 2014 (Ask HJ)
My wife has a bad back so we need a car we step up into rather than bend down. She likes BMW seats and the back needs to accommodate a large dog, so it... -
Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space? 21 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have been very satisfied with my Subaru Outback 2.5 automatic. It's an excellent car, but slightly too big for my driving now. I am not keen on the XV... -
Buying a new car - Focus, 1 Series or A3? 9 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am in the processing of buying a car for the first time under the Motability Scheme. I am looking for a small hatchback, but it must be an automatic.... -
Is it more expensive to insure an automatic than a manual car? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Having dropped a small coin into the cigarette lighter of my BMW 520d the local (non franchised) BMW dealer was unable to locate the offending fuse. The... -
Do you recommend a BCA auction to sell my 2010 BMW 335i? 24 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
Back in Jan/Feb you advised that BCA might be a good place to sell my 2010 BMW 335i Coupe, 23,000 miles, manual, excellent condition. I was wondering whether... -
Can a manufacturer's warranty save me money? 27 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2003 BMW320d that has done 125,000 miles. In July, the engine was destroyed by metal flaps from the air intake dislodging and going into the... -
Should I buy my company car? 14 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
I can buy my company car, owned since new, next march at a very good price. it will have done about 50k miles by then. What could go wrong in the next... -
Where to sell a Volkswagen Golf? 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am ready to replace my VW Golf ('58 plate) which has done 32,000 miles. I've had no problems with it (it is in good condition - FSH etc) but fancy something... -
Can the satnav in my BMW X3 be improved? 26 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm having problems with my four month old BMW X3's factory-fitted satnav system, which came as part of the £2500 Professional package. It takes a full... -
BMW engine failure three months after purchase 19 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
I'm feeling very sick. I've had the car just over 3 months. A few days ago the car suffered dramatic power loss and was running like a tractor. Towed... -
Part and particle 15 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I drive a 2006 BMW 320d that I have had for a year and I understand it has a diesel particulate filter. The car has covered 60,000 but I only drive about... -
What could replace my BMW X5 Sport and offer a more comfortable ride? 5 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
My wife has developed a nasty neck condition and now feels every road bump. This is compounded by my BMW X5 Sport's 20-inch wheels etc. We regrettably... -
Should I sell or keep my 56-plate BMW 320d SE Touring? 3 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have a 56 plate BMW 320d SE Touring, owned from new, which has done 90,000 miles commuting up and down the motorway. I am trying to work out whether... -
Which medium-sized car would you recommend for a 70-mile daily commute including motorways? 19 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking at buying a medium-sized car either new or a couple of years old. I travel 70 miles per day (half on motorway). I'm currently driving an Audi... -
Unpairable 17 Apr 2010 (Ask HJ)
Further to RB’s problem, I have also just changed to an iPhone and had Bluetooth problems. I run a 2004 BMW 330 convertible with integrated Bluetooth hands...

