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Buying a Used BMW: Manual or Automatic Transmission?

Buying a Used BMW: Manual or Automatic Transmission?

In Europe, automatic transmission in a car was something of an expensive indulgence. The ease of town driving was the only saving grace because autos were thirstier than manuals and less reliable. This was when…

BMW 645Ci and 650i (E63) - Buyer's Guide

BMW 645Ci and 650i (E63) – Buyer’s Guide

2004-onwards BMW 6 Series values have gradually deflated down to the bargain basement – useable ones are just four grand. Should you buy one though? If four thousand bucks is all you have, then absolutely…

Vegan Trends vs. Leather Demands: BMW's Dilemma

Vegan Trends vs. Leather Demands: BMW’s Dilemma

Most manufacturers these days are making a big deal out of switching or preparing to switch from animal products to fully synthetic and more sustainable alternatives. This is fine in cheaper cars, most of which…

What BMW Had The Best Seats You’ve Ever Sat In?

2025 BMW iX Pricing, Photos & Specs

2025 BMW iX Pricing, Photos & Specs

Although there are changes on the horizon for the BMW iX – due for a facelift in 2025 – the 2025 model year brings little new to the first-ever electrified BMW SUV. Some new technology…

Electric MINI Cooper SE is a Great Buy at $20,000

Electric MINI Cooper SE is a Great Buy at $20,000

MINI is one of the brands that should have benefited the most from the electrification of the automobile. MINI vehicle’s compact dimensions and relatively lightweight are the perfect foil to the limitations early batteries had….

The Complete BMW Buying Guide (SUVs)

The Complete BMW Buying Guide (SUVs)

In 1999 BMW released its first ever SUV, or SAV as it likes to call it, the X5. This was a big deal as for the past 30 plus years it had built its reputation…

2025 BMW X5 M Competition Pricing, Features and Specs

2025 BMW X5 M Competition Pricing, Features and Specs

After significant updates including a full exterior and interior makeover last year, the mighty M SUV marches into 2025 mostly unchanged. The 2025 BMW X5 M Competition offers little customization: two packages (Executive and Driver…

The Complete BMW Buying Guide (Cars)

The Complete BMW Buying Guide (Cars)

BMW’s lineup of cars is ever expanding, going from only a handful of models, to multiple dozen. It’s hard to keep up with all the different variations, especially with all the hybrids and EV versions…

Buying Guide - 1988-1995 BMW 5 Series (E34)

Buying Guide – 1988-1995 BMW 5 Series (E34)

Whether you’re seeking a classic car for weekend trips or a stylish daily driver, the BMW 5 Series (E34) stands out as an excellent choice. Just one glance reveals a design that loudly proclaims classic…