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I paid a deposit for a BMW X3, but they've decided not to complete the deal - what are my legal rights? 3 Jul 2017 (Ask HJ)
My BMW dealer and I agreed to a part exchange over the phone for my X3 against a one year old car they were offering for sale. The order paper was sent... -
Will a diesel BMW 4 Series hold its value? 11 May 2017 (Ask HJ)
Any views on the 435d? A 2015 model with less than 15,000 miles can be bought for £25,000 which is only £4000 - 5000 more than the equivalent 420d. The... -
Is now the time to choose petrol if buying a used car? 15 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
I have been a convert to diesel for 10 years on account of economy and torque. I am about to buy either a BMW 320i Touring or a BMW 118i. The reviews consistently... -
Which large estate car? 4 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking to buy a new estate. Currently I own a 2008 Audi A4 B7 Avant 1.9tdi. with 115PS. I'm looking at a newer Audi, maybe 2009 or 10, or a BMW 520d... -
Why won't the RAC warranty cover a timing chain failure on my BMW 318d? 21 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our BMW 318d ES N47 has suffered a broken timing chain. We bought it at 75,000 miles. The chain failed at 103,000 miles. The RAC warranty won’t pay up.... -
Fun, cheap to run, practical car for £8k? 30 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am currently looking for something cheap to run that fits in the fun good-looking category. I drive around 10,000 miles a year, so for the outlay and... -
Buying a small automatic crossover or MPV? 12 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 118i M-Sport Auto. I need a modest sized car, length about the same but more space and ease of access for rapidly ageing parents. I would... -
Should I buy an ex-Olympic fleet BMW 320d? 26 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am seriously considering the purchase of a high spec BMW 320d auto saloon F30. The car is eight months old, has covered 1300 miles and is an ex-Olympic... -
Is it normal for the rear brake hubs to corrode on our new BMW X3? 19 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
Our May 2012 UK-supplied BMW X3 has quite severe corrosion on the rear brake hubs. I contacted the local dealers' service dept, was initially ignored,... -
Smart, for four 29 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car that will take four people and their luggage on holiday to southern Spain. I need comfortable seats and a smooth ride. Cruise control... -
Large-diameter wheels caused problems on my BMW 325. 1 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a BMW 325 with such wheels (50cm diameter) and within a few days I had to get a new tyre, because one had jumped off the rim and become... -
Gear box failure after seven months - who should pay? 18 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 52 reg BMW X5 from a independent dealer, Oxfordshire Motor Village. The car worked fine for seven weeks and then had a transmission failure.... -
5 Series Touring or E-Class estate? 7 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I'm buying a second-hand estate and have so far narrowed the field to an E-Class or 5 Series. I can only stretch to a 2004 vehicle and it will probably... -
Very pleased with winter tyres on my BMW X5. 5 May 2012 (Ask HJ)
I was up and out at 8am this morning to beat the kids on their sledges so I could try the winter tyres on my X5 on virgin snow. The verdict: absolutely... -
Why is the ride so hard on my BMW 525i? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
I have purchased a 2004 BMW 525i petrol automatic, and I am amazed at the very hard ride. On motorways it is perfectly smooth and has direct steering,... -
How can I accurately value a 1991 BMW M3? 28 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Do you know of a site or organisation that can offer reasonably accurate price guides for 'classic' or rarer type (potential classic) cars? I have the... -
Which winter tyres? 27 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
Having been frustrated the last two winters trying to drive my beemer in even the smallest amount of snow I've resolved to buy some winter tyres. My... -
Replacement 4x4 13 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a BMW 520D (2009) which averages 54mpg at 70 mph+. However I am looking to replace it, ideally with a 4x4. Budget up to £25k, either new or up... -
Where can I get the best price for my MINI Cooper? 4 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have not sold a car privately for about 15 years and would like to know the safest way to go about this. The BMW MINI dealer only offered £3,500 for... -
What should I sell my 2001 BMW 330i for, and what should I replace it with? 21 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
I wish to sell my Y-reg 2001 BMW 330i Touring, mileage 106,000. Reasonable condition outside, excellent interior. Reason for sale: although the handling...
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