2023 BMW M340i — infotainment became glitchy after an OTA update
After a software update the screen occasionally reboots and one saved setting keeps resetting. Is there a normal post-update reset procedure owners should try…
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2022 BMW X3 — light-throttle shudder around 35–45 mph
2022 BMW X3 M40i, about 44,000 miles. There is a rumble-strip-like shudder at steady light throttle in a narrow speed range. Harder acceleration or lifting off…
2023 BMW M340i — is this actually a good used-car deal? — trying to narrow this down
The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. What should I compare besides mileage, history, c…
2022 BMW X3 — dealer cannot reproduce an intermittent warning
2022 BMW X3 M40i, about 71,000 miles. I have brought the car in twice for the same intermittent warning and both visits ended with could-not-reproduce. I have…
2020 BMW M2 — no crank with full dash power, then it starts later
2020 BMW M2 Competition, about 113,500 miles. Twice I have had full lights and accessories but no crank.
2024 BMW i4 — clunk when changing from reverse to drive
There is a single clunk when changing direction at low speed, especially reverse to drive. No vibration while cruising. What would you inspect first: mounts, d…
2015 BMW 335i — what changed after 100k miles?
2015 BMW 335i, about 141,500 miles. The car has crossed 100k and still drives well. I want to stay ahead of age-related failures instead of waiting for roadsid…
2025 BMW M3 Competition xDrive — question: Alignment still pulls after tires were rotated
Car started pulling slightly right after a tire rotation. Alignment printout is technically in spec. Is it worth cross-rotating tires to check radial pull befo…
2015 BMW 335i — would you buy an ex-rental car at the right price?
A former rental is cheaper than privately owned examples and has frequent service records. Cosmetics show normal wear. What extra inspection points matter beca…
2021 BMW X5 — safest way to handle a test drive with a stranger
2021 BMW X5 xDrive40i, about 94,000 miles. I am selling privately for the first time. I want serious buyers to drive the car but do not want to be careless wit…
2020 BMW M2 — delayed engagement into Drive when cold
2020 BMW M2 Competition, about 55,000 miles. After sitting overnight, shifting from Park to Drive can take a second or two before the vehicle actually engages.…
Question: Fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
2018 BMW 340i — online auction photos barely show the underside
Auction listing has lots of cosmetic photos and records, but not much underneath. For an older enthusiast car, what questions or photos would you request befor…
2024 BMW i4 — how much room below MSRP when inventory is normal? — trying to narrow this down
2024 BMW i4 eDrive40, about 15,000 miles. I am shopping a new car with several similar units sitting nearby. Dealer started at MSRP plus fees. What is the best…
Need advice: Fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
2025 BMW M3 — factory order status has not moved in weeks — second opinion before I spend money
2025 BMW M3 Competition, about 20,500 miles. Dealer gave me an order/reference number but the status has been unchanged for weeks. For people who have ordered…
2021 BMW X5 — dyno numbers changed more than the car feels
Two dyno sessions on different days show a noticeable power difference, but the car feels the same. How much can temperature, correction method, tire pressure…
2018 BMW 340i — battery dies after the car sits for a weekend
Battery passes a quick test and charging voltage looks normal, but after two or three days parked the car sometimes will not crank. What is the cleanest parasi…
2020 BMW M2 — battery dies after the car sits for a weekend
2020 BMW M2 Competition, about 55,500 miles. Battery passes a quick test and charging voltage looks normal, but after two or three days parked the car sometime…
2021 BMW X5 — car died once at a light and restarted immediately
2021 BMW X5 xDrive40i, about 79,000 miles. The engine shut off at a stop once, restarted right away, and has been normal since. No warning stayed on. What data…