Introduced in 2010, the EfficientDynamics versions of the popular BMW 3 series incorporated the company’s Start-Stop system.
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Inside Line: Forté
Diesel engine models fitted with Variable Geometry turbos can suffer with the Variable Geometry turbo sticking which results in a loss of power/per
Inside Line: First Line
There are a number of clutch related issues that can affect several of the models in the 3 series line up.
Inside Line: Comma
Engine Oil
For this particularly 3 series, BMW list only one or two specifications for engine oil which should be covered by Comma Longlif
Inside Line: CES
All models 2005 onwards
A common problem when driving on rough roads is noise from the front suspension.
Inside Line: Castrol
The BMW E90 3-Series (2005-2011) replaced the BMW E45, consolidating the range of available engine sizes and introducing a smaller capacity 1.6-lit
Inside Line: Cambiare
We believe these are the areas in need of extra attention for the early BMW 3 Series 05 diesels.
CAT'S INSIDE LINE: BMW 3 SERIES (2005 ONWARDS)
Carrying on the Inside Line series, we move on from looking at a fleet favourite, the Ford Mondeo, and turn our attention to another model popular among company car owners, the BMW 3 Series
Independents to benefit from out of warranty cars
Technicians should be on the lookout for vehicles approaching 70,000 miles, according to a new report. Over half of vehicles reaching the 60 or 70,000 mile point are destined to break down, says Warranty Direct in its new reliability survey. In particular, savvy garages should be watching out for Toyota models, which take the longest time to repair with an average labour time of 2.81 hours.