Arlington Auto Repair

BMW has a long history of pushing boundaries in performance, design, and driving experience. Over the years, some truly special models have been discontinued—not because they weren’t loved, but because BMW was moving in a new direction. Even though these vehicles are no longer rolling off the assembly line, they’re far from forgotten. Many are still on the road today, owned by drivers who appreciate what made them unique in the first place. At our Arlingtonauto repair shop, we continue to service and maintain discontinued BMW models from the 2000s and newer. These vehicles represent key moments in BMW’s evolution, and they still deserve knowledgeable care. Let’s take a closer look at some of the standout discontinued BMW models we appreciate—and why they still matter. Why Discontinued BMW Models Still Deserve Attention Just because a model is discontinued doesn’t mean it’s obsolete. In fact, many BMWs from the early 2000s through the ... read more

You start the car, and there it is, that sharp squeal that turns heads in the parking lot. Sometimes it vanishes in a few seconds, which makes it tempting to ignore. Other times it comes back at the worst moments, like when you turn on the A/C or pull out into traffic. A squealing belt can be harmless, but it can also be your first hint that something is slipping, misaligned, or about to fail, and the only way to know is to pay attention to how and when it happens. What The Serpentine Belt Does The serpentine belt is the long belt on the front of the engine that drives key accessories. Depending on the vehicle, it may spin the alternator, power steering pump, A/C compressor, and water pump. It relies on proper tension and clean contact to transfer power without slipping. When it squeals, that sound is usually friction. The belt is sliding instead of gripping, which creates heat and noise. The important part is figuring out why it is slipping, because the belt is of ... read more