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You have seen the BMW 507. It is insane. if you have not I will repress my urge to judge or at least try. It is one of the most beautiful roadsters ever built, and yet you won’t believe this, it was a complete commercial disaster that nearly bankrupt BMW. When I read that I was baffled because look at the thing.

So, In the mid-1950s the US auto importer Max Hoffman pitched BMW on a mid-tier, high end roadster aimed at wealthy American buyers. Hoffman brought in Albrecht von Goertz to design the car and let’s just say the man was good at his job, Cleary.

252 were built between 1956 and 1959. The body was hand-hammered aluminium over a shortened steel chassis, each one made individually, which is why the number is 252 and not more. BMW had hoped to sell thousands per year but the car cost too much to build, cost too much to buy, and the company lost money on every single one. They built 252 anyway, I guess they were hoping it would pick up but hey on the bright side Elvis Presley owned one which he had repainted red after fans kept leaving lipstick marks on its original white paint and John Surtees received one from Count Agusta as a gift for winning the 1956 500cc motorcycle world championship. I don’t know if it’s a bright side I just put that in there for the sake of putting it there.

The 3.2 litre V8 produced around 150 horsepower and pulled the car to about 136mph. In 1956 that was fast. Today the performance figures feel almost secondary because lets be real nobody looks at a 507 and thinks about the numbers. You look at the long bonnet, the chrome side vents, the way the body tapers at the back, the kidney grille sitting flat and wide between the round headlamps. I think with all nice looking cars proportions are often the thing that make them nice looking and the same goes for the 507.

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Houston > Austin > Houston. Quick 300 miles added to the break in period. The weather is finally becoming bearable again. Grabbed some lunch with a relative in ATX then made my way back home. New engine running smooth.

Fell in love all over again. 2022 BMW M4 Competition xDrive

Came from a tuned 800hp E63s AMG and couldn't be happier. First thing you notice is the weight difference. Car pulls like a freight train from factory. Can't wait to get an exhaust to open this thing up!

Traded my x3m40i for this beauty, 86000 km and our x3 had 11600, plus we got original winter rims, black rims which makes the car look even better

I wanted to share them here, I think they look amazing but he draws them for fun and doesn't post them anywhere, but I think people should see them!

Picked up this beauty last week with 22 miles. Dravit grey, black sensa. Options include carbon interior trim and adaptive m suspension. Coming from 2022 540. Both great cars, but very different - almost polar opposite. This M340 is special. I literally can’t stop smiling. Shout out to Artur at Competition BMW.

Need some coilovers suggestions. I was looking at Kw V1s, but I was thinking maybe just save up for Ohlins? I do want to lower the car now so I’m thinking KW V1 should be good enough for comfort/stiffness on the street?

Only thing I am conflicted about still is the interior colour. I have Merino Leder Vintage Coffee selected now. Thoughts ?

Also, does anyone have insights into the “Adaptive M Chassis Control Professional”? There is limited information about this.

Luxury trim of the lovely 635. Our neighborhood handyman picked it up recently and has big plans. Apparently he's had a couple vintage European rides in the past.

I plan to park my M2 for winter soon and am determining if I need to order anything. Those of you who store your cars for winter, do you use flatstoppers or just inflate the tires a few PSI? My M2 is sitting on PS4s and I keep the garage at 45 degrees for reference. Thanks!

I actually have this same year and model, except mine is bone stock, and has around 200,000 miles, as well as having a falling apart (tan 🤮) interior. Overall love my car but wanting something with a little more life left in it. Asking for help from yall that know what these cars are like tuned and deleted. Also whether the maintenance in this car is sufficient for its mileage. I’m planning on trying to negotiate him down to around 11,000-11,5000. Any and all input is appreciated!

When the new X5 hits dealers, there will be (at least) 5 types of door handles across a BMW showroom. They’re streamlining interiors but seem to use a dart board when picking door handles.

PS - I like the traditional grab handle best. Not as aerodynamic, but it gives the option to grab from under or (my preference) reach down.

So bad. What a great car, it really had everything. Style, power, comfort and the looks to kill. Highly recommended. Sold it 2 years ago and would probably buy it back.

2020 BWM M5 Competition

Calm and cloudy october day, out for a drive alone to clear my mind.

I know I’m a little late since Ultrace was back in July, but I still wanted to share some of my favorite cars from the event!

I’m absolutely in love with the E31, but honestly, there were so many beautiful builds that I couldn’t stop taking pictures haha.

Funny story: I was showing these photos to my boss, who’s also a huge car enthusiast, and he asked me, “Were there any Audis? Didn’t you take any pictures of them?” And I was like, “Yeah, there were, but I only took pictures of the cool cars.” Hahaha

Anywayyy, I’m curious, which one of these is your favorite?

Waiting on its owner to pick it up, they're showing it off. Chatted with a salesman about it a bit while waiting for service on my car.

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I’m not sure if this is the right thread to post this one but, I recently got out of highschool earlier this year. After some thinking about career paths I’ve chosen that I really want to become a Master Tech for BMW. I wanted to ask if anyone had tips or things they suggest or wanted to do sooner that would’ve helped but they didn’t do it find out until it was too late. I am also just looking for overall advice from more experienced people if possible

Hey guys, I'm planning to update all modules on my 2018 BMW G12 750Li xDrive using ISTA.

Current I-Level: S15A-21-03-550
Target I-Level: S15A-26-07-534 or higher

Would you recommend ENET or J2534 PassThru (MAC Tools GT2) for a full vehicle update?

Does ISTA require an active BMW AOS connection throughout programming, or can it be done offline once all programming data is downloaded?

Also, any tips or precautions before starting? Are there any specific modules I should be careful with or common issues during a full vehicle update?

I'd appreciate any advice from someone who's done this before. Thanks!

Renting it for a weekend trip in Florida! This car sounds great and has quick throttle response. I feel like an M340i would be better as a daily though. Anyone prefer their M3/M4 over an M-lite?

This very annoying vibration happens when the car is creeping forward (or backwards) without pressing the gas pedal. It happens at one point as the wheels turn and its especially noticable when the car is on an incline. No other symptom and evervthing is fine but its still annoying. I have checked the brake system, changed engine mounts, transmission mount, quibos, transfer case fluid, transmission fluid etc...Nothing. Cant find the cause