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Thirty grand tourers 3 Jul 2010 (Ask HJ)
I like the looks of the Audi A5 sportback. I see the BMW 5 Series GT as an alternative, but it lacks style. The Porsche Panamera is too expensive. I need... -
How do I get my DPF to regenerate? 19 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2017 BMW 640d Coupe. It easily reaches 70 mph at 1500rpm in auto mode. I think you advise drivers to maintain 2000rpm for 15 miles or so on a dual... -
What PHEVs have the longest range? 30 Mar 2023 (Ask HJ)
What is the best PHEV to buy with a 50+ mile range? -
BMW 325ci - why has the oil pressure light come on? 26 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
The oil pressure warning light on my 2002 BMW 325ci comes on when engine revs fall below about 700rpm. The oil levels are normal, the oil warning sensor... -
Need a big and comfortable car for scoliosis sufferer - what do you suggest? 20 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I need to buy a new car that will be suitable to carry my wife who suffers from scoliosis. I currently own a BMW 728, but find the car to be very expensive... -
What compensation can I expect while my screen is fixed? 18 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a BMW 5 Series brand new. After a couple weeks I noticed the windscreen was cracked on the inside and BMW agreed it had been installed... -
I own a 2003 BMW, which doesn't need the timing chain replacing according to my garage. Do you agree? 22 Jul 2021 (Ask HJ)
The water pump, radiator and timing chain on my 2003 BMW E46 Touring (with 123,500 miles on the clock) have never been changed. The expansion tank was... -
I don't have a mains socket to charge my car. Can I use a portable jump starter instead? 14 Apr 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’ve been reading the questions about trickle chargers for cars that can’t be driven during the Covid-19 lockdown, but because I don’t have access to a... -
My 2012 MINI Cooper has developed a timing chain issue - should MINI rectify this? 24 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I purchased my MINI Cooper Convertible in 2012 and was delighted with it – it's my dream car. Last week, I heard a rattle when starting the engine and... -
Future car value after accident 6 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
My BMW 328i M Sport was recently involved in a car accident where a pick up truck drove into the rear of my vehicle whilst I came to stop in traffic. Significant... -
Will the BMW Z3 ever get classic status? 2 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have bought a 1998 BMW Z3 2.8i. It’s a manual and is in very good condition with one owner from new and 34,250 miles on the clock. The car was on SORN... -
Can I add K&M Auto-Techniks to your Good Garages guide? 10 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'd like to recommend K&M Auto-Techniks of Windsor. They are simply brilliant. As a female driver I have been pretty consistently unhappy with service... -
I want a prestige classic that's also economical - is a BMW the way to go? 15 Nov 2017 (Ask HJ)
Just a university student here. I wish to have prestige car. The dream can be lived on a budget, I am looking at a BMW E39 and I am intending on modifying... -
Admiral are trying to unlawfully write off my car - what should I do? 27 Jun 2017 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2003 BMW 540i Touring M-Sport in February 2017 from a dealer for £6900. It is a rare model and very high spec. I insured with Admiral fully... -
Are Volkswagen likely to make a large capacity diesel Passat? 11 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have had my own company for 20 years now and have always run BMW company cars for my reps, from 318is to recent 320ds. I have 20 reps and, one by one... -
How should I proceed with the garage that sold me a BMW 118i with a faulty battery? 15 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 2-year-old BMW 118d last May from the local BMW dealer. It is a fantastic car, but the stop-start function didn't work from day one. I reported... -
Wheeler deal 1 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I hope you can help me with a BMW problem. In April this year I bought a £24k Z4M Coupé from a BMW dealer through the Approved Used Car system. I chose... -
Oil leaking into turbo on BMW 3 Series - is this a serious problem? 12 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 3 series 1.8 diesel. Having had an oil change about 4000 miles ago, the i-drive flashed with a low oil warning and I put in one litre of oil... -
Is there a good aftermarket reversing camera? 26 Apr 2019 (Ask HJ)
BMW declines to retrofit a reversing camera to one of their used cars. I would appreciate your opinion on the suitability of the various kits available? -
What's the best medium sized SUV with a petrol engine? 20 Mar 2019 (Ask HJ)
I only do about 6000 miles a year and would like an SUV which would take both a medium and large size dog in the boot. I'm looking at a BMW X3 or Audi...

