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6 postsBMW 2002 turbo history: the turbo pioneer of the 1970s
The BMW 2002 turbo was one of the first turbocharged production cars in Europe. How it was born, its engine and design, the impact of the oil crisis and its legacy for BMW and the M cars.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 History · 5 min readBMW Z8 history: the V8 roadster inspired by the 507
The BMW Z8 combined retro design inspired by the 507 with the V8 of the E39 M5. Its story, engine, aluminium construction, film fame, the Alpina version and why it is a modern classic.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 History · 5 min readBMW M1 history: the story of BMW's mid-engined supercar
The BMW M1 supercar was the first car developed entirely by BMW Motorsport. How the E26 was born, the Lamborghini link, the M88 engine, the Procar series and its legacy.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 6 min readBMW E30 M3 buying guide: what to check before you buy
The E30 M3 is one of the most collectable BMWs ever made. This buying guide explains the versions, the S14 engine, rust, originality, documents and the checks to make before you buy.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 Buying guides · 7 min readBMW E36 M3 buying guide: models, weak points and what to check
The E36 M3 is one of the most accessible classic M cars. Our buying guide covers the different versions, the engines, the common weak points and a step-by-step inspection checklist.
Read post →♥ 0💬 0 History · 5 min readBMW 8 Series E31: the V12 grand tourer of the 1990s
With its wedge shape, pop-up headlights and V12 engine, the E31 8 Series was BMW's technological flagship of the 1990s. Its story, versions and what to know before buying one.
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