BMWLand

Having just had some bodywork done by Sytner Cardiff to the nearside front wing, wheel and bumper subsequent to a RTA, I thought I would post this message to give praise where praise is due. They did an exceptional job and the whole process was effortless on my part. I was "new" to such an insurance claim but this one person, Jessica her name, looked after me and did all the liaising perfectly and kept me informed of the repair progress. Even had a decent courtesy car for the duration. I would not hesitate to recommend Sytner Cardiff body-shop.

Whilst writing, I'll also mention my insurance company "Quote Me Happy." I was dreading dealing with them but in fairness, they were excellent. Initial claim process all done on-line but their responses were very quick. When the process got to the stage of repairs and me choosing to go to BMW which then raised the issue of a further Excess payment, their claims department could not have been more helpful - my liability waivered as soon as...

I’ve noticed an annoying patch of what looked like worn leather on the right side of the steering wheel. Has been there since I bought the car, but has grown in size. I’d assumed the previous owner wore a ring on their right hand.
One of our fellow members suggested a hot micro-fibre to clean the leather, so I tried that, then used AG leather treatment.
What a difference! Very pleased with the outcome. Seems it was dirt engrained over the years, along with a scuffed leather surface.

Before:


After:

My M5 was in for a service yesterday so I was given the dealerships demo G80 M3 for the day.

Now I know the looks are very controvertial but in this shade it looks good - really good, and I am really surprised to find myself saying that!!!!!!

(Waiting for a new driveway to be put in so excuse the crap it is parked on)






This car was spec'd with the optional carbon seats - which I hated!!!!! They might look great but they are difficult to get in to and even more so to get out of and will look absolutely trashed after 20k miles. Point in case, I couldn't fully open the door because of a car next to me and where as normally in the M5 I could easily get out without sliding over the thigh support, in this i found myself really pushing over the leather as there was no other way to get out.

Also, my back was ruined, they are...