BMW models
The history of the Bavarian concern BMW dates back to the 1930s. It was then that the first racing model of BMW was released in the 328 body, which took part in the Millie Miglia competition. Its body had a streamlined shape, the efficiency of which was tested in a wind tunnel.
And its engine, as for the 30s, could produce quite solid performance. This model never entered serial production, although it managed to get the nickname “Roadster with trouser arrows” (the arrows meant the chrome edges on the rear fenders).
How BMW models developed
25 years after the release of the first sports car, the BMW concern has already presented to the public its first luxury sedan, called the BMW 501. This model was the first to use a wide radiator grille and miniature air ducts on the sills (before that, deflectors were only on the wings).
Despite the high level of comfort and pleasant appearance, large-scale production of the 501 model never began. And in total, there are about 250 units under this index in the world.
In 1968, the first models of the 3-series rolled off the BMW assembly line, which is still widely popular today. These were prototypes of the 3.0 CS, in a coupe body. They differed from previous representatives of the Bavarian concern by the presence of a traditional, for BMW, double radiator grille, and double headlights in the front. It was from this model that this trend began.
Ten years later, BMW manufacturers developed a second series of sports cars, called M1. This prototype replaced the 328 roadster, as it was also produced in a limited series and was intended for automobile competitions. Now it can only be found in private collections.
Along with the BMW M1, Bavarian manufacturers released another legend that was widely exported – the BMW 7 series. This model became the standard of elegance and grace, which was emphasized by the large amount of chrome on all elements of its body.
But in terms of technical parameters, the “seven” did not lag behind the sports class, for which it was sincerely loved by the people.
Closer to 2000, the German concern released the 6th series of BMW cars, on the basis of which, a few years later, the first SUVs with the abbreviation “X” appeared.
Today, there are more than 500 varieties of BMW models worldwide, originating from the legends of the 70s, 80s and 90s. And they are separated from their forefathers by more than a dozen restylings and modern optional filling.