Flatlander1961

I bought my 240D at the end of winter and have no experience driving on snow or ice. I was wondering how these cars drive in winter conditions. I also want to know if anyone has used a lower radiator hose type block heater. Any cold weather advice would be appreciated.

AsianML

I have no real advice for the car, but once winter hits find yourself a nice open parking lot or something and get to know how the car handles in normal driving and at the limits on snow. Make sure you're 100% familiar with the lot before it snows to check on the conditions. You don't want to be testing and run into parking blocks or light poles.

Holson

I had a 300CD and it was a really good winter car. The weight + lack of torque/power from the diesel engine meant it was very easy to drive with the proper tires.

lkchris

Proper tires--meaning snow tires--is the key. Otherwise it could very easily be a nightmare.

ohlord

some 16 in rims install mich 205/55hr16 pa2 zp winter tires and nothing is going to stop you.Short of jellied diesel

Flatlander1961

I have a new set of all weather tires. I was planning on adding about 100 pounds or so to the trunk. Anybody use a radiator hose type block heater?

ohlord

weather are not winter tires.Winter tires per mention above are like night and day in winter driving.
ohlord

tanktube67

if you driving on ice or snow you need winter tires and slow down.

harkgar

I do not know where you live but in Toronto we do the following:

If possible park your car indoors. Install and use a block heater.
Buy good winter tires, not all weathers.
Keep the diesel tank quite full and use a quality additive.
Slow down and stay home during a snow storm.