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BMW E38 7 Series buying guide: the classic luxury saloon

The E38 7 Series is one of the most admired BMW saloons. This guide covers its six-cylinder, V8, V12 and diesel engines, long-wheelbase versions, common issues and what to check before you buy.

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BMW F45 Active Tourer buying guide: the practical BMW MPV

The F45 2 Series Active Tourer was the first front-wheel drive BMW. This guide covers the Active Tourer and seven-seat Gran Tourer, their engines, practicality, common issues and what to check.

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BMW F07 5 Series GT buying guide: the Gran Turismo explained

The F07 5 Series GT combines saloon comfort, a high seating position and a large hatchback. This guide covers its engines, the two-part tailgate, air suspension, common issues and what to check.

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BMW F25 X3 buying guide: engines, issues and what to check

The F25 X3 is an affordable and practical used SUV. This buying guide covers the diesel and petrol engines, timing chain checks, xDrive, practicality, common issues and what to look for.

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BMW E39 5 Series buying guide: the modern classic saloon

The E39 5 Series is a respected modern classic. This buying guide covers the six-cylinder, V8 and diesel engines, the Touring, common issues such as cooling, VANOS and V8 timing guides, and what to check.

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BMW G30 530d buying guide: the six-cylinder diesel 5 Series

The G30 530d is one of the best long-distance cars BMW has made. This buying guide covers the B57 diesel, xDrive, the Touring, the 2020 update, common points to check and buying tips.

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BMW F15 X5 buying guide: engines, versions and what to check

The F15 X5 is a capable and comfortable used SUV. This buying guide covers the diesel, petrol and plug-in hybrid engines, xDrive, the third row, common issues and what to check.

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BMW G05 X5 buying guide: engines, plug-in hybrid and what to check

The G05 X5 is a modern, luxurious and capable SUV. This buying guide covers the diesel, petrol, plug-in hybrid and V8 versions, options worth having, common points to check and buying tips.

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BMW F32 4 Series buying guide: coupé, convertible and Gran Coupé

The F32 4 Series is a stylish coupé, convertible and Gran Coupé. This buying guide covers the body styles, petrol and diesel engines, the folding hard top, common issues and what to check.

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