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Hi Dave, It appears that my Ista+ was out of date and the idrive(ecu) software in the vehicle is running the 2018 version, therefore, reading the vehicle with the up to date remote ista from the dealership shows there is nothing wrong with the car. It's already booked for a software update with the 2025 version Thanks!

Morning Annamaria Welcome to the Forum As with any purchase of a Second hand car it falls on you to make all the checks you can if your not able/capable then ask someone who is to check for you. There may be a charge from people like the AA/RAC or similar but at least you will feel confident in your decision. Just asking on a Forum could get conflicting advice as no one but you has actually seen the car? Well I assume you have have had hands on it Good Hunting Dave

Maybe the i3/i8 section or maybe double post there and For Sale section Dave

It's a good thought and may be able to create one in the near future when updating the site

Hi all, My wife and I had an i3 from 2016 to 2020. We have the BMW charger wallbox [stock image attached] and it will soon be time to sell this as moving home. It is detached from wall and ready to go. Where is the best marketplace for selling this type of thing, basically a 32A electrical appliance? Any advice, please? Tony

Hi, I suggest a new forum for all BMW electric vehicles, rather than breaking the groups down into Series. [I need to post about BMW EVs but would have to cross-post in multiple forums] Tony

Dave ... you are most helpful... thank you Glyn

Nice looking motor, don't forget, when driving in sport mode on auto you lose all engine breaking and can get out of shape very easily.

Afternoon Stephen Welcome to the Forum Most Relays are with the Fuse box but thats on the passenger side behind the Glove Box It could be the consumer relay that I think is behind the Instrument cluster Could it be something in the Ventilation system a flap control possibly Not really much help but difficult to diagnose without hearing just where its coming from Dave

Hi Glyn Early 2000's there were quite a few X5's that had issues with the Bluetooth Mike it is an easy swap (really plug and play) either the Bluetooth call couldn't be heard or answered or the caller couldn't hear you I would pop the cover off and have a look (the Mike is normally clipped into the drivers side above a grill replacement was about £15 from memory got mine from the well known Auction site 😁 Before parting with any "Hard Earned" you could try unplugging it first to see if it stops the noise. Another thought is the sun roof if you have one the motor is at the leading edge same thinking applies plull the plug see if it stops the noise Dave

I’m considering purchasing an X1 x drive 25e M sport 2020 model. 47 000 miles on clock only 2 computer registered service one at 8miles in 2020 one at 18 000 and that was 2022 . Nothing else through bmw but seller dealer (non bmw) is telling me that they may have had it serviced just not wiped off computer/have paper work. How detrimental if those services are missed and what would have been correct interval? tbis is a semi automatic/semi hybrid so assume more can go wrong? Would you go for it?

Dave ... my apologies...thank you for the friendly welcome ... Glyn

I have an annoying relay clicking noise from behind the instrument panel every time I get in to start up from cold. Any help on this one greatly appreciated.

Hi ,,, it's a crackling sound .. I think it's electrical but don't know. Re my phone ... I will try and turn it off to see if it makes a difference . Thanks

Hi I have a bmw 320 d m sport 2013 f30 which has always had a knocking sound from the front done all the usual things arms roll links shocker tops someone suggested front d bushes does anyone know the part number or where I can buy some Thanks

Morning Glyn Welcome to the Forum What kind of Buzz ? Vibration ? or Electrical ? The overhead console contains the Microphone for your Bluetooth connection feedback on the microphone could give a buzz or just loose wiring or clips behind the console could allow vibration Good Luck with the hunt Dave

Morning Trevor Welcome to the Forum I have only ever heard of this once before and not with BMW but with a Mercedes S class the owner was on the M6 3rd lane morning traffic and the car just braked to a stand still (Brown Trouser Moment). He turned off restarted and all seemed normal continued his trip to work. He reported it to Mercedes who said bring it in checked it over and found no fault? A month later he had a reoccurrance the only common denominator was Active Cruise Control which he was using on both occasions Ask your Dealer to check the Active Cruise Control sensors as you should still be covered by Warranty Good Luck Dave

i have a 2023 model x5 and we were travailing on a motorway in the 3rd lane at 70mph when the car just braked to a standstill. I would like to know if anybody has had this problem trevor

Frustrating buzzing noise in overhead console when driving ... familiar to anyone and any suggestions for fixing?

Morning Kieran Welcome to the Forum Try www.realoem.com it is a BMW online parts list good up to 2019 when BMW decided to make it subscription Put the last 7 digits of your Vin into the search box it will bring up your model, then search the Front Axel section when you have the part numbers double click them and you will get a list of alternates the just Google and look for what you need Good Luck Dave

Morning Billy Welcome to the Forum When upgrading performance I have always increased the frequency of Oil Filter changes just to make sure everything stays in tip top condition As long as your not driving it at the max every second then I think you should enjoy your Beemer Dave

Morning Jim Welcome to the Forum Try Disconecting the Battery for 20/30mins (Dealer Trick) to see if it resets then. If not you could have a faulty wheel sensor a Diagnostic check will tell you Dave

Hi all, Can anyone please direct me to the front shocks I need? Appreciate the help Kieran

I am wondering if it is worth it to get a stage 1 tune on a bmw 420 2019 f32 model, I have heard it makes them a lot more responsive and fun to drive but also that the 20i engines aren’t exactly built strong enough to be pushed that far as the stage 1 brings it to around 250bhp I believe. Do you think it’s worth it or is there any way you can strengthen the engine for the tune?

Tyre pressure Warning but won’t Reset, tyres checked all fine just won’t listen to me. !!!!