Classic BMWs are true drivers cars, loved for their unique driving experience while offering exceptional driver feedback. This driver feedback felt through the steering wheel was not only a result of superior chassis and suspension tuning, but also through an exceptional hydraulic steering system. Modern BMWs have gone away with hydraulically assisted steering in favor
How many CRT units did BMW produce? BMW manufactured 67 production units of the E90 M3 CRT as well as one additional model which is still in possession by BMW M. Each production model received an individually numbered placard located on the passenger side interior dash trim marked “M3 CRT XX” where “XX” denotes the
The BMW E60 M5 was only offered in one wheel style for the North American market, style 166M. In other markets, the style 167M wheel was offered as an extra cost. The detailed specs of the factory delivered wheel and tires are documented below. The E39 M5 was unveiled at the Geneva Motor show in
If you are a BMW enthusiast, you have no doubt seen or maybe at least heard of the elusive BMW E30 M3 pickup. Below we will go over its history and some fun facts about this iconic vehicle created by BMW M. Make sure to check out the picture gallery below to supplement the post
The below BMW E82 wheel style options and specs for the 1 series coupe are from the US spec models, not all wheel specifications and options were available in all world markets. The US market did not receive the E81 or E87 hatchback models as well as diesel engines. The wheels shown below can be
Improperly inflated tires have numerous risks associated with it, some being catastrophic. United States government legislation now mandates automakers to include production vehicles with a system that monitors tire pressures. Through this blog post, we will look into the evolution of tire pressure monitor sensor technology and how they work. First, let us start with
The BMW temperature wheel dial near the center vents may be a mystery to new and old BMW owners. This unique feature often gets overlooked completely or gets noticed but confusion exists on what it does. When a BMW owner needs clarification on how to operate their vehicle, the first place we recommend looking is
The BMW E39 toolkit: The OEM BMW E39 toolkit is comprehensive and contains most tools required to do general maintenance on your vehicle. Spark plug changes, wheel mounting and dismount, simple fastener removal and emergency sunroof crank are just a few of the operations the OEM BMW toolkit can assist the owner in. The toolkit
Why does BMW use orange lights for the instrument illumination? BMW vehicles have an iconic red / orange interior glow at night which dates back to the 1970s. There is no doubt this is hue pleasing to the eye, but why did BMW stick with the color orange after all these years? There is science
The below BMW E46 wheel style options and specs for the 3 series sedan are from the US spec models, not all wheel specifications and options were available in all world markets. Further E46 wheel style options and specs will be added for other years and models as time goes and more information is collected
The below BMW E60 wheel style options and specs for the 5 series sedan are from the US spec models, not all wheel specifications and options were available in all world markets. Additional E60 wheel style options and specs will be added for remaining years and models over time as more information is collected. Contact
How to reset BMW E36 oil service light: The below procedures works for all BMW E36 3 series models both OBDI and OBDII models. After performing an oil change, the BMW E36 oil service / inspection light must be reset. Once reset, service indicator lights will be full green and begin to countdown until the
The below BMW E39 wheel style options and specs for the 5 series sedan are from the US spec models, not all wheel specifications and options were available in all world markets. Further E39 coupe wheel style options and specs will be added for other years and models as time goes and more information is
The following BMW E36 M3 oil change information is based on the US spec S50B30 and S52B32 engines. The S50B30 was only used for the 1995 year model in the US, the first year the E36 M3 was made available to the US market. 1996 through 1999 E36 M3 models used the S52B32 engines. How
The below BMW E92 wheel style options and specs are from the US spec 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335is and 335xi models for the years 2007 thru 2012. Further E92 wheel style options and specs will be added for other years and models as more information is collected. Please check back for updated information. Thank you.
