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Bayerische
Flugzeugwerke (BFW) is founded on 7th March 1916 and incorporates Otto Werke.
BMW acquires the BFW plant in 1922, but Bayerische Motoren Werke
continues to date its foundation from the founding of BFW.
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On
21st July 1917, Rapp-Motorenwerke is renamed Bayerische Motoren Werke
GmbH. The ongoing war means that the small company grows quickly. With
expansion in mind, the firm builds a spacious plant right next to the
Oberwiesenfeld airfield in Munich and continues to build engines for
army planes until 1918. BMW
buys the Eisenach automobile plant, where the Austin Seven was
successfully produced under the name "Dixi 3/15 PS". This
vehicle is developed further, going on sale in 1929 as the BMW 3/15 PS
DA 2 with a range of different body shells. A small car with a lot of
appeal, its popularity helps the company to survive the lean years of
the Depression.
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BMW
Logo: The
BMW logo is symbolic of a white propeller blade, against a blue sky. It
reflects the origins of BMW as a maker of military aircraft engines
during the first world war. It
is a good example of a strong brand-led company retaining the best of
its heritage in the form a of distinctive logo design, without placing
too much emphasis on the origins of the logo itself.
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In
the 328 Roadster, BMW produced a car which became a legend of sports car
and racing history. Nominated for Car of the Century in 1999.
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Compact,
stylish and sporty, the 1500 four-door sedan was the foundation for the
New Class.
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The
second series 1800 had blacked-out grilles, improved dual-circuit brakes,
rectangular headlights and a revised instrument panel.
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Introduced
in the Fall of 1963, the 1800 had a bored and stroked 1500 engine
producing 90 hp.
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The
ultimate sports sedan began life as a 1600 with a 2-liter, single carb,
four-cylinder engine.
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Introduced
in the Spring of 1964, the 1600 used the 1500 engine and the 1800's
pistons to produce 83 hp.
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The ti was
a 2002 with 120 hp.
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TI meant
"touring international" and it toured with twin Solex carbs and
110 hp.
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BMW's first
fuel-injected car with 130 hp, an optional 5-speed, and a top speed of 115
mph.
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The touring
models were early hatchbacks. The 1600 and 1602 Touring had the 1.6 liter
engine.
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The SA
model was a racer in street garb with Weber carbs, 10.5:1 compression
ratio and 130 hp.
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The 2000C
and CA (auto. trans) models featured body by Karmann and 100 hp.
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Not
available in the USA, the 1802 was a downsized 2002. The 1802 has a 1766
cc engine with 90 hp
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The
2000CS featured body by Karmann and 120 hp
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The touring
models were early hatchbacks. The 1800 and 1802 Touring had the 1.8 liter
engine.
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The 2000
produced 100 hp from a 1990 cc engine with a 89x80 bore and stroke.
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The Baur
2002 Cabriolet featured the safety of a built-in roll bar. The rear
portion of the top folded down and the midsection was removable.
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An upgraded
1800ti, the 2000ti had 120 hp and twin Solex carburetors.
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The touring
models were early hatchbacks. The 2000 and 2002 Touring had the 2.0 liter
engine.
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1964-1966 |
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TI meant
"touring international" and it toured with twin Solex carbs and
110 hp |
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1971-1974 |
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An upgrade
to the 2002ti, the tii had a 1.4 in larger track, H-rated Michelin XAS
tires, wider wheels and bigger brakes. |
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1966-1975 |
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One of the
first models imported into the USA. Car and Driver called the 1600-2
"the best small sedan we ever drove. |
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1971-1974 |
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The touring
models were early hatchbacks. The 2002tii Touring had the 130 hp 2002tii
engine. |
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1967-1971 |
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Baur made
1,682 cabriolets of which only a handful were exported to the USA. |
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1973-1974 |
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One
reviewer called it "the most desirable BMW this side of the
507." Try it above 4000 rpms and you quickly discover why. |
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1967-1968 |
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The 1600ti
was produced as a two-door coupe with 105 hp and dual-carbs. |
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1975-1977 |
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Sold in
Europe only, the 1502 was an economy model built in response to the oil
crisis |
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1968-1977 |
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The
original new six was an entry level four-door, medium-priced sedan with
style and performance. |
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1968-1971 |
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The first
of the modern 6-cylinder sport coupes, reviewers called it
"irresistible" with "the most efficient and sophisticated
in-line six in the world. |
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1968-1977 |
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The 2800
was a 2500 with an engine stroked to 2.8 liters. It had extra features
like anti-roll bar, rear self-leveling struts and an electric rear window
defroster. |
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1968-1971 |
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A car made
in response to the fuel crisis of the mid-70s, the 2.5CS was not available
in North America. |
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1971-1975 |
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The ads
called it "Bavarian Cream". The press called it one of the best
cars in the world. The 3.0 range made its debut at the 1971 Geneva Motor
Show. |
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1971-1977 |
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With a
bigger bore, the original engine grew to 3 liters. The Euro version had
180 hp, but the US model only 170 hp, due to emissions requirements |
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1971-1972 |
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The
"L" here meant Lightweight. The car's doors, hood and trunk were
made of aluminum. A fabled Group 2 racer. |
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1971-1977 |
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Called
"one of the world's great buys in luxury sedans", the Bavaria
was a 2500 with a 2800 engine created especially for the US market. |
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1971-1975 |
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The sport
coupe with Bosch fuel-injection had 200 hp, an optional 5-speed, and a top
speed of 137 mph. |
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1974-1977 |
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The
original "L" model, the 2.8L was the long wheelbase version of
the 2800. The engine and suspension were identical to the 2800. Only made
in Europe. |
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1972-1973 |
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This racer
had a 200 hp fuel injected engine in stock trim. |
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1974-1977 |
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The 3.0L
was the long wheelbase, carbureted version of the 3.3- liter cars. A 3.0Li
fuel-injected version was also built. |
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1973-1975 |
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The last
generation of racer had 206 hp and D-Jetronic fuel injection. Factory
racers pushed |
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1974-1977 |
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The 3.3L
was the long wheelbase, carbureted version of the 3.3- liter cars. A 3.3Li
fuel-injected version was also built. |
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For
nearly 10 years, the E36 was the best sports sedan in the world. |
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The
E30 is a modern classic. Over 2.2 million E30s were made during the car's
ten year life span |
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Introduced
in 1975, the E21 or "forgotten
BMW" was the successor to the 2002. |
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New
BMW 5 series 2004 The E60
will be the new BMW 5 series |
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The
E34 was the successor to the E28. |
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Introduced
in June 1981, the E28 was the successor to the E12 series. The new vehicle
was similar to the popular E12 but was lower, had more engine choices, and
minor styling updates. |
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The
E12 includes the models 518, 520i, 525, 528i, 530i, and M535i. It was with
this model in 1979 that BMW formally introduced the "M" car. |
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New
BMW 6 series 2004 |
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Introduced
in 1990, the E31 8 series was BMW's product for the luxury sport coupe
market. The series was discontinued in 1999 in most countries. |
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The
E24 6 Series was
the first of BMW's luxury sports coupes. |
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The
7 Series E38 is BMW's luxury line of automobiles. |
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The
E32 was introduced in late 1987 with a 730i and 735i using the M30 six
cylinder engine. |
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Produced
for 10 years, the E23 was the first of the modern, big BMW luxury sedans. |
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The M1 was the first car
produced by BMW Motorsport. Originally released in 1978, the M1 experienced
production and homologation problems that kept it from international competition
until the car was no longer competitive. First shown at the Paris Motor Show,
the M1 was discontinued in 1981. |
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Introduced
at the 1987 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Z1 is the original Z roadster. |
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The
Z22 contains innovations that will revolutionize automobile technology in
the years to come. |
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Introduced
as a concept car at the Tokyo Auto Show in 1997, the Z8 is a sleek
roadster powered by the M5's 400-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. |
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First
unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September of 1999, the Z9 is a
Grand Touring four-seat coupe concept car with the world's first V8 diesel
engine. |
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BMW Z3. The
Z3 packs BMW-style driving enjoyment in a genuine sports-car package at a
popular price. Available in coupe and roadster, with M sport option |
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For
a BMW enthusiast, the BMW AG Museum in Munich is one of the
highlights of a visit to Germany. Since
its opening in 1973, the BMW Museum has been a place that
documents the history of BMW AG and places it in the context
of the present and future. The stated aim of the museum
is to fascinate visitors with exciting topics about mobility,
communication and society. |
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BMW Z4 The next generation Z3, the Z4 is BMW's latest roadster. |
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BMW 3 Series Coupe, Sedan and Cabriolet. Powerful lines, sleek shapes and stylish elements confirm the |
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BMW 5 Series Sedan 6 and 8 cylinders. The E60 is th |
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BMW 6 Series BMW 650i convertible and hard top. |
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BMW 7 Series 750i and 750li limo version. The car of the future, the 7 Series E65, is here today. |
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BMW X3 With the introduction of the X3, BMW expands its successful Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) concept. The new BMW X3 combines unprecedented levels of agility with th |
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BMW X5 6 cylinders and 8 cylinders 4.4 and 4.6 |
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