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performance
Born to perform with V-8 power X6 Concept
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Contents 3| 2007 Cover Story
16 M3!
The new M3 delivers traditional M-style
perfection in performance and pleasure
Plus: Interview with M3 Designer
Karl Elmitt
Plus: Looking back fondly on the M3’s
20 years of racing history
Features
32 First-class delivery
The Bavarian delivery of the Neiman
Marcus special-edition M6 Convertibles
38 Windows to the future
BMW invites you to listen in on the TED
(Technology, Entertainment, Design)
Conference
40 Electrifying
The BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid
is a high-performance trailblazer
scheduled for series ­production
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46 Portal to the World of BMW 64 The BMW Championship 82 Driving On Six Legs 44 A Day in the Life of…
The new BMW Welt facility in Munich Experienced “drivers” compete for first BMW’s new dynamic driving simulator Gerhard Hofstetter, engine-sound
provides a fascinating visit to the realm place and a shot at the FedExCup at tests driver-assistance systems designer at BMW M GmbH
of The Ultimate Driving Machine® the Cog Hill Golf and Country Club
86 The Hawaii of China 52 BMW Assist
50 First look: the BMW 1 Series 68 Village of Golf White sandy beaches and palm trees: Genies of the road
In spring 2008, pure BMW excitement Evans Scholars Foundation helps the People’s Republic of China has a
will come to the U.S. with the all-new deserving young American caddies vacation paradise at its doorstep 60 Driving skills:
1 Series Coupe and Convertible receive a college education All Right in the Night
54 My Favorite Drive 74 Ice Car Art
Regulars 79 Press
From Aspen to Los Angeles in a At the San Francisco Museum of Modern 3 Letter from the Chairman
BMW X5 4.8i Art, Take your time: Olafur Eliasson 80 Who but BMW could…
features BMW’s 16th Art Car 6 News Find a way to beat the sun at its
59 Captain Kirk’s Earth vehicle BMW and NASA; Design Team of own game?
Actor William Shatner picks up his new 76 Presents with Presence the Year; Figures; BMW R 1200 GS;
X5 at the BMW Performance Center and Wrap up the BMW experience ­Roadster Homecoming; Short Cuts; 81 Letters
Photo: Ric Ergenbright/CORBIS
seeks out new worlds of driving fun with BMW Lifestyle Collection gifts ­Racing Review; Awards; IAA Frankfurt;
90 Years of BMW; Who is the cleanest?; 97 I love my BMW
62 Shifting Assets 78 To: BMW Owner, With Love Spartanburg’s 50 percent growth; VIPs Willi Meienborn, Sweden, and his
Vintage BMWs are commanding more Made specifically for BMWs and their drive the BMW Hydrogen 7; Financial 1991 BMW Z1
than just respect on the road, as prices drivers, Original BMW Accessories Services donates an X3; Virtual car
of collectible cars rise are truly thoughtful gifts chase 98 Calendar
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BMW NASA
BMW and NASA conclude
test period of Hydrogen 7 sedan

Early in August 2007, BMW and NASA

announced the completion of an eight-week
test period for the BMW Hydrogen 7 –
the world’s first hydrogen-powered luxury
sedan.
“We are very proud to have had the oppor-
tunity to work with NASA, an organization that
is at the cutting edge of discovery and inno-
vation. NASA and BMW have a common
research interest: the use of liquid hydrogen,”
said Karl-Heinz Ziwica, Vice President of
Engineering at BMW of North America. “The
high energy content of liquid hydrogen is
the reason why NASA uses it to send the space
red dot award The BMW Group design department, headed
by Christopher E. Bangle (above left, at right),
BMW Group voted
was named the Design Team of the Year – the
Design Team of the Year highest accolade given by the famous “red
dot” design awards jury. The award was in
honor of the team’s continuous creative design
work that highlights the premium character of
the vehicles, upholds the heritage of the
brands, and expresses the innovative strength
of the ­company. The red dot ranks among the
world’s leading symbols of quality for success-
ful design, and this year’s awards went to the
BMW 3 Series Coupe, the new MINI, and the
BMW motorcycle models F 800 S, G 650
Xcountry, and HP2 Megamoto.
An additional three awards went to BMW
subsidiary DesignworksUSA for its BMW
Cruise Bike Junior for children, a recycling
­station for beverage holders, and a coffee
­percolator. A total of 2,548 products from
43 different countries were nominated for
the design awards. red-dot.de

shuttle into space. BMW applied the same
reasoning to the Hydrogen 7. Hydrogen fuel
is also capable of reducing CO2 emissions
by 90 ­percent. The BMW Hydrogen 7 dem-
onstrates that hydrogen-powered vehicles
are a viable option for the future of sustain-
able mobility.”
During the test period, NASA personnel
had access to a fleet of BMW Hydrogen 7s.
The Hydrogen 7 is powered by a form of ­liquid
hydrogen similar to the one NASA uses for its
shuttles. The Hydrogen 7’s combustion engine
also runs on gasoline. During the NASA trial
period, the liquid hydrogen fuel was ­supplied
by the space agency’s own storage facility in
Cape Canaveral, Florida.
BMW has built a total of 100 Hydrogen
7s, of which 25 are used in U.S. test programs.
The fleet has already covered more than
1.3 million miles in test programs around the
globe.  bmwusa.com
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It’s hard to imagine a timespan as brief as 120 microseconds.
A microsecond is a thousandth of a millisecond. Batting an eyelid
takes a tenth of a second – theoretically, the equivalent of 833 fuel
injections. To put it another way, a sound wave traveling at the rate
of 1,132 feet per second would cover just 1.6 inches during one fuel
injection. Up to three injections are possible per a single ­ignition
seconds is the time it takes to supply fuel to
process. The system allows fuel to burn in a particularly clean,
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BMW R 1200 GS
Most successful BMW
motorcycle of all times
Recently, the 100,000th R 1200 GS (including the Adventure) left the
conveyor belt in Berlin – the most successful BMW motorcycle of all
time. The editors of Motorcyclist Magazine also think highly of it – for
the third year in a row, they named the BMW R 1200 Adventure “Best
Adventure Bike.” The R 1200 RT and the G 650 Xchallenge earned
runner-up spots for “Best Touring” and “Best Dirtbike,” respectively.
Ever since its introduction in early 2004, the versatile R 1200 GS
has won praise from motorcycle enthusiasts and the press for its excep-
tional performance on and off the road. As the editors of Motorcyclist
wrote, “BMW’s R 1200 GS Adventure remains the once and future
king of the transcontinental vacation with its ability to press on regard-
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Roadster Homecoming For the eleventh year, hundreds of Z3 and
Z4 owners came to spend a weekend in
Visiting their birthplace
­Spartanburg County, South Carolina, the home
in Spartanburg, SC of BMW Manufacturing Co. These sports car
enthusiasts from all over the U.S. brought
their two-seaters back to where they origi-
nated. Some 600 owners came with family
and friends from as far away as Alaska for a
fun-filled weekend. Events included dinners
in a festive environment, a driving skills course,
and a clinic on doing minor touchups and
improvements.
Run by volunteering plant associates, the
clinic helped owners keep even the oldest
models up to the standard of “The Ultimate
Driving Machine.®” Suppliers offered after-
market products. And BMW associates were
every bit as enthusiastic about the Roadsters
as were the actual participants in the Home-
coming party.
At a silent auction, Roadster fans raised
$15,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
In the always popular Panoramic Photo, car
owners began lining up at 6:00 a.m. in hopes
of getting a front-row spot.
Roadster Homecoming proved again that
home is where the heart is. The only debat-
able question? Whether the four-day event
– or traveling to it in the Roadster – was more
enjoyable.  bmwroadsterhomecoming.com

Short cuts
U.S. drivers test new M3 Two new regional Europe’s top Worldwide supply of parts
on the Nürburgring distribution centers automotive factory for Classic BMWs

BMW’s first V-8 M3 is not due to
hit the States until spring 2008,
but in early October a small group
of M enthusiasts from the U.S. put
the all-new M3 through its paces on
the Nürburgring. They spent hours
taking hot laps, practicing double-
lane changes, and learning the finer
points of race driving. The group
also attended workshops at the
BMW M Testcenter and enjoyed
being taxied around the track at top
speed. Now comes the slow part:
waiting for the M3’s U.S. debut.
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BMW NA is building two new
regional distribution centers, which
will expand its distribution network
in the eastern and central United
States. These new facilities will be
located in Lower Nazareth, PA and
Minooka, IL. BMW’s other regional
distribution centers in the U.S. are
located in Senatobia, MS, Jack­
sonville, FL, and Stockton and
Ontario, CA. The new centers will
serve 275 BMW and MINI dealer-
ships in the ­Northeast and Midwest.
In a leading independent quality
survey, BMW’s Regensburg plant
took first place over all other auto-
motive plants in Europe for 2007.
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W A H R E W E R T E

Races of the summer

Victories around
the world in 2007
BMWs have been blazing around the world’s
racetracks. As of press time, the BMW Sauber
F1 team is destined to clinch second place in
the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship.
Drivers Nick Heidfeld and Robert Kubica have
chalked up 15 top-five finishes so far, with
Heidfeld stepping up to the podium twice.
BMW is also up for a third consecutive
World Touring Car Championship. In the 320si,
BMW Motorsport drivers won seven races
and 24 podium visits. With two rounds left,
BMW leads the Manufacturers’ Champion-
ship, with BMW Team UK driver Andy Priaulx
tied for the Drivers’ Championship.
Canadian driver Daniel Morad won the
Formula BMW USA Championship, setting a
record of six wins in one season. Morad’s win
makes it two in a row for Canadian drivers –
Robert Wicken won the title last year. Another
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BMW also had a good year in North Amer-
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Grand-Am KONI Challenge series, Automatic
Racing drivers Jep Thornton and Jeff Segal
won the Grand Sport class Drivers’ Champion-
ship in a BMW M3, and BMW captured the
Manufacturers’ Championship, beating out
Porsche. In the KONI Challenge Street Tuner
class, Adam Burrows and Trevor Hopwood
won the Drivers’ Championship in their Turner
Motorsport 330i. bmwmotorsport.com

BMW: Creative to the Core Ladies and gentlemen, start tickling your funny
bone – because you’re invited to enter The
Enter “The Ultimate
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Punchline Contest”! appear on bmwusa.com/punchline in January
2008 – and it’s up to you to come up with
“The Ultimate Punchline.” The author of the
top entry will win the grand prize: a trip to
BMW Performance Driving School in SC.
It’s a great opportunity to match wits with
the readers of The New Yorker magazine who
have previously entered its popular cartoon
punchline contest. They have also been invited
to enter and give it their best effort.
For complete rules and regulations, as
well as the entry deadline, this January visit
bmwusa.com/punchline

IAA Frankfurt
EfficientDynamics
in all series models

At the 200 Frankfurt Motor Show, Dr. Norbert Reithofer, BMW’s

Chairman of the Board of Management, explained to German Chan-
cellor Angela Merkl how nearly 40 percent of all new BMW vehicles
will earn an extremely low CO2 emissions rating in 2008. The system
that will make this possible – part of BMW’s EfficientDynamics initia-
tive – will be included in all new models. Dr. Reithofer also introduced
the first BMW hybrid car, the Concept X ActiveHybrid (see article on
page 40). The ActiveHybrid achieves up to 20 percent greater fuel
efficiency than a comparable vehicle with a standard combustion engine.
Another highlight of the show was Crash-activated Headrests, a passive
safety improvement developed for rear-seat passengers.
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90 years of BMW
Aircraft engines, cars
and motorcycles For frequent flyers:
Patravi TravelTec GMT
featuring a world first
In July 1917, a small company was formed in
Munich: Bayerische Motoren Werke. And ever in time zone functions.
since, its products have borne the letters
“BMW.” That same year an employee, Max
Fritz, created an engine that lets airplanes fly
higher than ever. The early ’20s saw a grow-
ing demand for motorcycles; BMW responded
by building the first 500cc Boxer. And in 1931,
BMW began car production.
Today the BMW brand is known world-
wide for its quality and creativity, and the skills
of its associates. BMW products have estab-
lished an enviable reputation for combining
new technologies with sophisticated design.
Happy 90th anniversary, BMW!

Australian carsguide.com Australia’s carsguide.com reported that in an emissions by 12.3 percent. In 2007, one-third
independent survey, BMW was found to have of new BMW vehicles sold in Europe had
Which carmaker made the most progress in increasing fuel effi- lower CO2 ratings than those of other car­
is the cleanest? ciency and reducing CO2 emissions. The makers. “It is a great result that shows that we
study, conducted by Environmental Defense, can continue to optimize current engines,”
a U.S. nonprofit advocacy organization, used said BMW’s Australia spokesman Toni Andre­
n d e d:
data collected from 1990-2005. It showed
that BMW has improved fuel economy in key
evski. “It also shows that our gas and diesel
engines outperform comparable existing
Jus t la ES ITI
models by 14 percent and reduced carbon hybrid vehicles.” carsguide.com Q UANT
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Spartanburg plant
Production capacity to grow
by around 50 percent

The new Patravi TravelTec GMT features multiple time zone functions unique in the history of
The U.S. is the BMW Group’s strongest market, and it keeps growing. watchmaking: the third time zone display can be set either eastward or westward using the
In 2006, BMW registered U.S. sales of 313,503 automobiles; in the new single push-button mechanism for which the patent is pending. The automatic CFB 1901
first half of 2007, 164,338 cars were sold – an increase of 4.5 percent chronograph caliber also allows the wearer to quick-set local time in hourly increments and to
over the same period last year. set the date backwards as well. The new masterpiece from Carl F. Bucherer will thus delight both
To support this growth while counteracting the negative impact of frequent flyers and those who appreciate complex watch movements.
the currently weak U.S. dollar, BMW is increasing production capacity
at its Spartanburg, SC manufacturing plant, from 140,000 vehicles to www.carl-f-bucherer.com
over 200,000 vehicles per year. Currently, the Z4 and X5 models are
manufactured here; in the future, the BMW X6 Sports Activity Coupe
and, possibly, a successor to the X3 will also be built in Spartanburg.
Since construction began in 1992, the BMW Group has invested
more than $3.3 billion in the South Carolina facility, and U.S. car sales
have increased almost fivefold.  bmwusfactory.com

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Events
VIPs test drive the
BMW Hydrogen 7
What do TV host Jay Leno, actor Will Ferrell
and tenor Plácido Domingo have in common?
They were given keys to a BMW Hydrogen 7
for everyday use. They and other prominent
leaders and personalities are driving the
world’s first hydrogen-powered luxury sedan
on U.S. roads, as participants in the BMW
Hydrogen 7 Pioneer Program, designed to
create wide support for the use of hydrogen
as a viable alternative to fossil fuels.
“As an avid car enthusiast, I’m always inter-
ested in the future of automotive technology,”
says Jay Leno. “With this car I can experience
all the fun and great features of a performance
car, yet know that I’m being environmentally
friendly at the same time.”
The world-famous singer and conductor,
Plácido Domingo, puts it this way: “It is an
honor to take part in this BMW initiative to
Crime fighter
BMW FS donates
customized X3 to police
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YOU ARE HERE when you first discover
just how satisfying it can be to
find yourself way, way above par.
educate, inform and ultimately influence how an actual production model, not merely a con-
society thinks about alternative energy and cept car. Although not currently for sale, the
the health of our planet.” Hydrogen 7 represents a great step forward
With this program, BMW is also empha- in promoting hydrogen as the future sustain-
sizing the fact that the BMW Hydrogen 7 is able fuel for individual transportation.
The K-9 Unit of the Hilliard, OH, Police Depart- The primary duties of Officer Jim Large and
ment has a new patrol car for fighting crime: Brix, a four-year-old Belgian Shepherd, include
a customized 2007 BMW X3. BMW Financial area searches, narcotics detection, evidence
Services and Mayor Don Schonhardt jointly location and criminal apprehension. The silver
presented the $50,000 vehicle to Police Chief X3 has been fitted with roof lighting, a K-9
Rodney Garnett. Since 2005, the K-9 Unit has cage and door latches, which can be operated
been responsible for the arrests of more than remotely to enable the dog to exit the vehicle
70 people charged with committing 92 crimes. in the event of an emergency.
Computer games
Car chase
across Europe
From Lisbon via Paris and Berlin to Prague in a BMW 1 Series, X5 or
Z4 M Coupe – the choice is yours. This virtual high-speed chase, PACE
(Pursuit Across Europe), requires not just good driving skills, but also
technical savvy. Each vehicle’s steering, suspension and wheelbase
can be adjusted according to individual preferences before the start.
Optimal tuning is essential; the faster a driver reaches a given destina-
tion, the more credits earned – and credits buy the driver even more
powerful engines, stronger brakes and high-tech features, such as
Active Steering and Adaptive Drive chassis control. In dual mode, two
players can compete against each other. Added driving pleasure in Flying changes your perspective on everything.
this virtual world is provided by cool atmospheric landscapes in the And the quickest, most effective path to this exclusive view starts at the door of a
style of American artist Edward Hopper.  bmw-pace.com
Cessna Pilot Center. See for yourself. Call 877-359-2373 or visit learntofly.com/236.
!
The all-new M3 Coupe and Sedan
 The BMW M3 has been bridging the gap between road and racetrack for over 20 years.
And now, the 2008 M3 sets new standards in performance, dynamics and lightweight design.

Text
Eli Musser

8400 maximum rpm. No limit to your excitement.

With an astounding amount of revs for a production engine, the M3 V-8’s power delivery shines in any setting, from street to track
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 Gerhard Richter, technical director of BMW M,
drives a lap of a closed-off circuit
in the new M3 bmw.com/bmwmagazine

If you see it coming, get out of its way.

It’s exactly what it looks like: a dynamic speed machine. The M3’s stylishly engineered exterior not only grabs your attention, it also grabs massive amounts of air via
intelligently placed intakes located in the front bumper, hood and both sides of the vehicle, for outstanding high-performance engine cooling and aspiration

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 Performance-tested, driver-approved: the M3 makes short work of its competition, with a wide range of
adjustable engine and suspension parameters, available with the new M Drive system
BMW M3 Challenge
Who wouldn’t want to take the new BMW M3 Coupe for a
few quick laps of the Nürburgring? BMW has developed
a racing simulation program for the new M3 that allows
virtual drivers to put the M3 through its paces in free
practice, time-trial mode, or over the course of a whole
race weekend – either in isolation or online against up to
15 rivals. The software runs on any standard PC, using
either the computer keyboard or a PC-games steering wheel.
Strap yourself in and download at bmw.com/bmwmagazine

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 The M engineers developed the suspension of the all-new BMW M3
virtually from scratch. Only one component – the lower longitudinal
control arm – was borrowed from the 3 Series Coupe’s suspension

Just a few decades ago,
the idea of a commercially available sport-
performance vehicle seemed a ludicrous
proposition. Only the highest-profile stars of
track or screen could enjoy (or afford) the
high-revving thrill of pushing a precision-
tuned powerhouse automobile through dare-
devil maneuvers on a regular basis.
The first BMW M3 changed all that. Intro-
duced in 1986, the M3 gave the buying public
a winning formula for street-legal, high-
performance fun. Over the years, the M3 has
become the de facto must-drive car for speed
hounds, gear heads and BMW loyalists. And
now, the fourth-generation BMW M3, due to
arrive in the U.S. in the spring of 2008, is
poised to reignite your Motorsport passion.
The M3’s most important new piece of
equipment lurks under its powerdomed hood:
a staggering 414-hp V-8 masterpiece. A
sport-tuned step forward for M engineers, the
new V-8 doesn’t so much replace the previ-
ous M3’s six-cylinder as redefine a guiding
tripartite principle: more power, higher revs,
greater control. Milled in BMW’s light-alloy
foundry, the new M3’s engine block shares
its DNA with BMW’s Formula 1 racecars.
Eight individual throttle butterflies are fully
electronically regulated for optimal throttle
response and engine sensitivity, as well as a
gratifying amount of racetrack-inspired revs.
Not satisfied with simply granting the M3
more raw muscle, M engineers also devel-
oped advanced management systems for
more consistent performance across its
powerband. The engine control unit evaluates
more than 50 input signals, providing the M3
with ideal fuel-injection timing, flow condi-
tions, and ignition timing for each cylinder.
Ion flow technology monitors the engine for
misfires or knocking, with a brilliant spark-plug
sensor system that detects and corrects com-
bustion, as needed. The M3 V-8’s brains are
equally impressive as its brute strength.
On the road, BMW M’s mind-bendingly
innovative engine technology yields true
driving pleasure. The 2008 M3 redlines at an
incredible 8400 rpm, enough wind-up to send
you soaring through all six gears. Another M3
first, the transmission’s dual-plate clutch de-
sign offers smoother, race-inspired shifting.
And while slinging around the track may not
be on your agenda, a newly designed final
drive with BMW Variable M Differential Lock,
together with a lightweight, precision-tuned
aluminum suspension, offers superbly sporty
rear-wheel-drive action on any road.
In fact, “lightweight” is the rule for many
of the all-new M3’s components. Aside from
its future-cool looks, the carbon-fiber roof
lowers the M3’s weight by 11 pounds (com-
pared to standard metal roof construction), as
well as its center of gravity. Likewise, the front
end and both bumpers use lightweight con-
struction. Multiple weight-reducing air intakes
serve a second purpose: effi cient engine
cooling and aspiration. The net gain from all
of this weight-conscious engineering is better
acceleration and sportier driving dynamics.
Of course, the real thrills are to be had
behind the wheel. Drivers will rejoice at the
M3’s interactive M Drive controls, available as
an extension of the optional iDrive Navigation
system. M Drive allows you to customize sev-
eral of the M3’s performance parameters,
including Electronic Damping Control (EDC),
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), and engine
response programs. At every glance, the M3’s
cockpit reminds you of its competitive streak:
a smaller, thick-grip steering wheel; body-
hugging, fully adjustable M front sport seats;
M badging; and illuminated dual dials, com-
plete with glowing red tachometer needles.
Comfort and convenience options
abound, from plush leather upholstery and
elegant trim choices to an outstanding op-
tional Premium sound system, and much
more. But really, from the moment you hit the
Start button, you’ll be transfixed by the M3’s
ultimate driving prowess – its awe-inspiring
handling, effortless acceleration and daring
vibe. Strap in, grab the wheel, and prepare for
takeoff in this Motorsport marvel: the M3.

BMW M3 Coupe and Sedan

Specs

Engine naturally aspirated V-8

Capacity cu cm 3999
Output hp@rpm 414 @ 8400
Top speed mph 155 (electronically limited)
Acceleration 0–60 mph sec 4.7 Pick your powerhouse: Two 2008 M3 models – the Coupe and Sedan – let you enjoy 414 hp however you want
Technical features Variable M Differential Lock
Electronic Damping Control
Cross-drilled ABS compound disc brakes
M Drive with M Dynamic Mode
Low direct steering ratio
Carbon-fiber roof (Coupe)

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Interview: Karl Elmitt

“Everyone is pulling in the same direction.”

Karl Elmitt’s title is Head of Exterior Design for M GmbH.
But he was the one with overall responsibility for the new M3.

BMW Magazine: What changes can one make to
perfection?
Karl Elmitt: Well, the biggest change was
going from a 6-cylinder to an 8-cylinder
­engine. That’s quite a big deal that every M3
fan can appreciate. I think that was the real
groundbreaking change. It affected the car’s
looks, too; it made the new model a little more
extroverted, a bit more aggressive than its
predecessor. Because of the bigger engine,
the air intakes are also bigger. It’s a more flam-
boyant car, with a lot more ­ evidence of its
racing heritage.
Why the larger powerdome on the hood?
We had to meet the benchmark of 414 hp.
The contours of the powerdome and intakes
mirror the arrow-shaped hood, thus empha-
sizing the forward-sweeping lines.
How did you keep the weight of the M3 down?
The engine is about approximately 30
pounds lighter, and the new carbon-fiber roof
on the Coupe saves 11 pounds.
Any ergonomic changes?
The new M3 has an even better sitting
position – that’s already a plus on all the M3s.
They have really good seats that hold you in
place when you accelerate. In a way, they are
racing seats for the road. The M3 also has a
very good dashboard – all the key instruments
are in easy reach.
What else would you stress about the new M3?
The axle load distribution of 50:50 gives
it a balanced aerodynamic design. The car is
almost 90 percent redesigned. The trunk lid
and the doors were taken from the 3 Series
Coupe; apart from that, every other major
panel and structural element is new. The hood
is aluminum. Because the new front fenders
are wider, they are now made of plastic. The
front and rear bumpers are also new.
When did you start developing the new M3?
We started in 2004. We needed at least
one year of clay modeling and cubing.
The whole model was first made out of clay?
Yes, and we even had a set of real metal
forged wheels made. We made an absolutely
authentic-looking model, which was then
­presented to the Board of Directors. It was
even painted. From a distance of 10 feet, you
wouldn’t have known it from the real thing.
What happens next?
If the Board wants changes, we make
them on the clay model. The car then gets
digitalized and becomes a computer model.
That guarantees that all the surfaces fit per-
fectly. We can see all the components and
make sure that nothing is out of line. The
­engineers make use of this information for
making the tools, so everything has to be
aesthetically and technically accurate.
And after the computer model …?
When everyone is really happy and every-
thing fits – we are talking about thousands
of parts – then we make the cubing model out
of aluminum or, sometimes, a very heavy
resin-type material. This usually involves only
the exterior. This master model shows us
what the real car will look like when it’s made,
and is used to check the accuracy and qual-
ity of the tooling. That’s the final check.
What’s the working climate for the designers and
engineers? Is there much friction?
At BMW, almost none. Everyone is very
professional. Compared to working at other
car companies in Europe, BMW is light years
ahead. The way people work together is truly
amazing. You feel that everyone is ­pulling in
the same direction.
You worked 15 years for another carmaker. What
do you especially like about working for BMW?
The consistent professionalism of the
peo­ple who work here, as well as the determi-
nation to get the job done and be the best.

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at the Royal College of Art in London, Elmitt worked for a car manufacturer for
15 years. He joined BMW in 1998 and went directly to the M Design Studio, Limited Edition of 160 pieces.
headed by Ulf Weidhase. Elmitt lives with his wife and daughter near Munich.
His other great passion – after M cars – is playing classical Spanish guitar.

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BMW M3 BMW M3

E30 platform Statistics E36 platform Statistics

Engine 4-cylinder Engine inline 6-cylinder
Displacement liters 2.3 Displacement liters 3.2
Power output hp@rpm 300@8000 Power output hp@rpm 425@8500
Weight lbs 2,116 Torque lb-ft@rpm 290@6000
Transmission manual 5-speed Weight lbs 2,350 (approx.)
Tires 17" Yokohama Transmission manual Hewland 6-speed
Years of competition 1987-1991 Tires 18" Yokohama
Total racecar production 195 Years of competition 1995-1999
Total racecar production 71
1 Four Coupes, three Sedans

Racing
The first generation M3 swept
through the racing c­ircuits of Europe like wildfire. Winning the World
Touring Car Championship in 1987, eight European Championships,
and an additional 60 national titles, by 1992 the E30 M3 became the
There were a few more fiery years in the late ’80s in IMSA’s (Interna- Text
Bill Cobb
tional Motor Sports Assosciation) top ­ prototype category with the
BMW GTP. The very expensive program netted only one win, but
added incalculable experience to BMW of North America. Back to

through
most successful touring car of all time.
While the car was officially sold here, North American enthusiasts
read about the M3’s racing triumphs with fervor, but reading was one
thing – they wanted to see it in competition for themselves. Beginning
production cars, BMW of North America ­ sponsored a pair of E34
M5s to an IMSA Supercar championship. When the second-generation
M3 ­ debuted in 1995, the company was ready for a major effort in
production car racing.

time with
with the introduction of the second-generation E36 M3, they got
­exactly what they wanted – in spades.
M3s dominate the GT class

the M3
Victorious from the start
BMW of North America began its first racing program only days after
its incorporation in March 1975. With BAVARIAN MOTOR WORKS
lettered across the top of the windshield, the overall win by a BMW
Motorsport-prepared 3.0CSL at the 12 Hours of Sebring set the win-
ning tone for the twists and turns of the next 30 years.
After the CSLs, the ’70s decade ended with the 320 Turbo program
that introduced BMW’s move to a more refined, up-market model.
Known affectionately as the “Flying Brick,” the flame-throwing coupes
From 1995 through 2006, BMW of delighted sports car racing fans with their signature exhaust fire. The
North America’s M3 racing program program also added reams of data to BMW’s turbocharging tech­nology
boasted 53 wins in 118 races entered, – information that would help a BMW-powered Brabham win the 1983
and 14 championship trophies. Formula 1 World Championship.
The two M3s that rolled off the BMW Team PTG (Prototype Technol-
ogy Group) race truck at the 1995 24 Hours of Daytona looked very
much like they had come ­ directly from the showroom. They were,
however, surprisingly fast, as longtime BMW driver Dieter Quester took
the GTS-2 class pole. This was the beginning of a long and successful
run for the second-generation M3.
When the M3s appeared at Daytona the next year it was obvious
that things were getting very serious. The M3s almost leapt from
the PTG transporter. They were lower, wider and meaner. A second
­consecutive pole resulted in a podium finish (third), and the team
knew they were finally on the right track. Later that season, in May,
a 27-year-old Bill Auberlen joined the effort at Lime Rock Park. Auber­
len would go on to win more races in an M3 than anyone in North ­
America, and to personify “The Ultimate Driving Machine.®” If the

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 Major M3 Manufacturers’
Championships
BMW M3
1987
E46 platform Statistics
E30 M3 – World Touring Car
Championship
Engine inline 6-cylinder
Displacement liters 3.4 1988-92
Power output hp@rpm 430+@8200
E30 M3 – 60 National Touring Car
Torque lb-ft@rpm 300@6000
Championships
Weight lbs 2,475
Transmission manual Hewland 6-speed 1996
Tires 18" Yokohama
E36 M3 – IMSA GTS-2
Years of competition 2000-2006
Total racecar production 5
Celebrating a win, Bill Auberlen,
Boris Said and Hans Stuck celebrate a 1997
hard-fought victory at the 2001 10-Hour SportsCar GTS-3
Petite Le Mans at Road Atlanta, Georgia. (Sebring and Daytona wins)

1998
SportsCar GT3
(Sebring and Daytona wins)

2001
ALMS GT

2004
Rolex Sports Car Series GT

2004-05
First and second overall,
24 Hours Nürburgring, M3 GTR
­addition of ­Auberlen was the program’s “tipping point,” it was Sears class and sweep the Manufacturers’, Drivers’ and Team titles with the
Point ­ Raceway in July that was the program’s turning point. The awesome, V-8-powered M3 GTR. However, these proved a little too 2006

Bill Auberlen at rest after a day
of testing M3s on the racetrack. Bill has
been instrumental in winning over 15
North American Championships in M3s
from 1996 to 2006.
team ­ introduced its new, lighter “sprint” M3, and the new car led a
1-2-3 BMW sweep. Three more wins garnered BMW the 1996 IMSA
GTS-2 Manufacturers’ title.
The next two years, 1997 and 1998, were arguably the most
­rewarding. After serving notice the previous season, the BMW Team
PTG M3’s declared ownership of sports car racing’s GT class. Wins
at the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 12 Hours of Sebring, plus six more
victories, gave BMW its second Manufacturers’ Championship, the
Drivers’ crown to Auberlen, and the Team title to PTG. As it did on the
street, the four-door M3 sedan was an equal part of the team, adding
win after win.
The success continued in 1998 with victories again at both Day-
tona and Sebring. Racing in two series simultaneously (USRRC and
SPORTS CAR), the BMW Team PTG M3s won seven more times,
sweeping the Manufacturers’, Drivers’ and Team Championships.
New competition arrived in 1999, limiting the E36 M3’s success
to wins and the ALMS Team Championship.
The 2000 12 Hours of Sebring saw the introduction of the all-new
E46 M3, but the competition continued to be strong, and it was not
until the tenth round, at Laguna Seca Raceway, that BMW Team PTG
reached the top step of the podium. It was the new M3’s only victory
in a development season.
BMW was back on top in 2001 as two BMW Team PTG M3s
combined with two BMW Motorsport M3s to dominate the ALMS GT
awesome, and racing rule changes made the car ineligible to return Grand-Am GS (Privateers)
with the V-8 engine.
2007
After a hiatus in 2002 and a diversion to the SCCA’s World Chal-
Grand-Am KONI Challenge GS
lenge Series in 2003, BMW Team PTG entered the Rolex Sports Car (Privateers)
Series in 2004 and 2005. With new six-cylinder-powered E46 M3s,
BMW Team PTG won 10 of 12 races to take the 2004 Manufacturers’,
Drivers’ and Team Championships. The next year saw seven more
wins with the team missing another Manufacturers’ title by only seven
points.
Returning to the ALMS for its final season in 2006, the M3s worked
hard against competition with larger engines. In an unfamiliar role as
underdog, the BMW Team PTG M3s reached the podium three times,
showing that even as a six-year-old design, the M3 could still compete
with more modern, powerful machinery. Although winless in 2006, the
M3 retired as an overall winner.
A glorious record
When the checkered flag fell on the last race of the 2006 season, BMW
of North America wrote the final page of the most successful chapter
to-date of its 31-year motorsport story. From 1995 through 2006, BMW
of North America’s M3 racing program drove to 53 wins in 118 races
entered, adding 14 Championship trophies to corporate display cases
– and a shine on the roundel like never before. E30 M3 inline four-cylinder engine

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 At your service: The Hotel Bayerischer Hof
is one of the most elegant accommodations
in a city known for its Gemütlichkeit

Hotel Bayerischer Hof

M6 Convertibles

First-class
delivery
It took just 92 seconds for Neiman Marcus to sell all 50 special-edition
BMW Individual M6 Convertibles. But the owners’ adventures in Bavaria
while taking delivery created memories to last a lifetime.

Text Photos
Teddy Stern Urban Zintel

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BMW’s Research and Development Center
The Christmas Book
– Neiman Marcus’ legendary annual holi­day
catalog – is famous for featuring the most
exclusive gifts money can buy. Last year,
Santa and Neiman Marcus teamed up with
BMW to offer something unprecedented,
even for The Christmas Book: a limited-
edition Neiman Marcus Individual BMW
M6 Convertible. So extraordinary was this gift
that, from the time the phone lines opened at
noon, all 50 M6 Convertibles were reserved
within 92 seconds.
What could cause such a surge of desire?
This special-edition BMW Individual M6
­Convertible delivers luxury, exclusivity – and
heart-pounding performance. With its 500-
horsepower, V-10 engine and 7-speed SMG
drivelogic trans­mission, it accelerates from
0–60 mph in 4.1 seconds. A product of
BMW Individual, the M6 offers unique paint
The M6 Convertible accelerates from 0–60 in 4.1 secs.
and upholstery colors and a full complement
of luxuries that make it as indulgent as it is
­powerful.
Just as intriguing, each M6 Convertible
included another unique feature: a once-in-
a-lifetime opportunity for each new owner
and their guest not only to take delivery at
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This page: The new M6 owners were given
the red-carpet treatment at the FIZ,
BMW’s Research and Development Center.
Opposite page: New owners get acquainted
with their M6 Convertibles
BMW Headquarters in Munich, but to visit
with the designers and engineers at the
Inner Sanctum: BMW M.
The lucky M6 owners arrived on a perfect
May day to find downtown Munich alive with
music and festivities. After a warm ­welcome
from BMW at a party on the roof garden of
Hotel Bayerischer Hof, which overlooks the
city skyline, the excited Americans mingled
and introduced themselves.
Nisha Guram recalled, “I was a little appre-
hensive walking into this crowd of ­ people I
didn’t know, but within minutes, we were all
talking.” David Woker noted, “Everybody’s
eyes lit up when we started talking about our
various experiences getting through on the
Neiman Marcus phone line. It was a common
thread among us. That was the ice breaker.”
The travelers soon discovered that they
had more in common than just the M6, and
found themselves enjoying the remainder of
the evening out on the town.
The following day, they were treated to
an exclusive tour of BMW’s massive 568-
acre Dingolfing facility in southern Bavaria,
where 22,000 workers produce 270,000
BMWs every year. The flexibility of the plant’s

Enjoying the splendor of fairytale-inspiring
Castle Neuschwanstein, one of the tour highlights.
Below: Prince Leopold of Bavaria, a BMW
enthusiast and the group’s royal host
Castle Neuschwanstein
BMW Mobile Tradition
M6 owners enjoyed hors d’oeuvres
as they walked through time at
BMW’s Mobile Tradition museum
high-tech robotics astonished the visitors, as
they witnessed the same production line
churn out different models.
Recalling his wife’s reaction, Jack Gulati
said, “While Mr. Ford may have invented the
automobile production line with its one model,
BMW revolutionized it.”
The tour was followed by an elegant
­dinner. Toasted by their BMW hosts with
flutes of Veuve Clicquot, the guests recipro-
cated, with heartfelt thanks.
The next day, after a delightful lunch at
the picturesque Seehaus beer garden, the
group boarded a chartered bus for a quick ride
to the FIZ, BMW’s massive Research and
Development Center in Munich, to finally
see their cars. As the bus approached the
entrance, the group’s anticipation built to a
crescendo as their vehicles, laid out beauti-
fully on a red carpet, came into view.
Recounting the experience, Paul Buca­
valas said, “The most eye-opening part of
the trip was pulling into the FIZ for the first
time and seeing those identical black M6
Convertibles laid out on the red carpet. We
just stood there with our mouths open. It really
felt like Christmas.” Under a cloudless Bavar-
ian sky, the excited customers entered their
cars and slowly pulled out of the FIZ for their
very first drive, a brief maiden voyage.
Upon their return, the guests enjoyed
cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the Mobile
Tradition museum before embarking on a tour
of BMW’s extensive collection of Art Cars,
racecars and even the cars featured in the
Bond movies. After watching a short film by
The new owners were treated like royalty – by royalty.
SPEED Channel, the guests were entertained
by racecar driver Hans Stuck, who sported a
black eye from an accident at the Nürburgring
racetrack only days before.
On the final day of their Bavarian adven-
ture, the cars were lined up in front of Hotel
Bayerischer Hof. Passersby stopped in awe
on their way to work; taxis and passing cars
slowed to take in this stunning sight.
The guests got into their cars and began
their first major drive on the Autobahn. ­“Driving
the M6 on the Autobahn was phenomenal.
500 horsepower is a lot of horses!” said
­Vincent Cestone. Their destination: Castle
Neuschwanstein, nicknamed “the castle of
the fairytales.”
The motorists were received at Neu­
schwanstein by Prince Leopold, a fellow
BMW enthusiast, who hosted a gourmet
­luncheon overlooking the castle as he shared
anecdotes from his life.
As Buzz Busbee noted, “BMW treated us
like royalty. In fact, they even managed to get
royalty to give us a tour!”
Later that magical evening, the guests strolled
to Lenbach, a stunning restaurant with a white
and blue entrance lit from below. Sitting at a
long mahogany table in a private area, they
shared numerous toasts and enjoyed the
spectacle of the waitstaff twirling handfuls of
long-stemmed sparklers.
At midnight, the owners gathered for
drinks in the grand lobby of the Hotel Bayer-
ischer Hof, unwilling to part just yet. Many
couples pledged to reunite in Spartanburg,
SC for the M6 Driving Experience, an ad­vanced
driving program included with the M6.
At the close of the tour, Ellen from Arizona
leaned over to a new friend to say, “I think we
didn’t pay enough for these cars!”
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TED
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ideas for the future at the exclusive TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) conference.
Thanks to BMW, we’re all invited to listen in.
TED (Technology, Entertain- presentations online with an audio and video
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This year, BMW teams up with TED to York Times technology columnist David
put you in the driver’s seat at this exclusive Pogue, MacArthur Award recipient Majora
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 Electrifying
Preview

BMW recently displayed its Hybrid Concept Car at the 2007 IAA in Frankfurt, Germany.

The highly efficient, highly mobile

 BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid

is a trailblazer that may, one day, travel the world.

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Text Photo
Jürgen Ahrens Kai-Uwe Gundlach
gloss postproduction
Two-mode active transmission:
An exciting, new hybrid concept
Power-splitting, two-mode
active transmission with high-
performance electric motors
Power and control
electronics for intelligent
hybrid management
There was a special treat in store for
visitors to this year’s International Motor Show in Frankfurt. BMW
showed its Concept X6 ActiveHybrid – an innovation that brings hybrid
technology to the new Sports Activity Coupe. When it comes to ­driving
dynamics, the X6 ActiveHybrid sets new standards, compared to
­conventional hybrid technology. In this BMW concept vehicle, high
efficiency ­seamlessly accompanies high driving pleasure.
The Concept X6’s designation “ActiveHybrid” says it all. This technol-
ogy is a critical aspect of BMW’s EfficientDynamics strategy, which
aims to lower fuel consumption and emissions without reducing ­driving
High-performance battery with
integrated control ­electronics
and cooling module
High-voltage cable
Illustration: Modus X
pleasure. The current generation of conventional cars already dem-
onstrates that higher output can be compatible with lower fuel
­consumption. This is no illusion. With ActiveHybrid, BMW takes the
next step on the road to reduce CO2 emissions.
“Hybrid,” of course, refers to a combination of different things.
In reference to a car, it denotes the use of two different power systems,
usually a combustion engine and an electric motor. BMW’s interpreta-
tion of a hybrid goes farther, however, to include the vehicle’s intelligent
management of energy. By applying a kind of modular principle, BMW
integrates the specific hybrid components that are best suited to
each model in order to optimize fuel efficiency and heighten driving
pleasure.
The technology, design and handling of the BMW Concept X6
ActiveHybrid combine to create a harmonious whole. The hybrid
drive acts in concert not just with a body designed for sporty driving,
but also with xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Through-
out, the form reflects the characteristic BMW X design. A muscular
appearance and the dynamic wedge form are reminiscent of a coupe.
The Concept X6 ActiveHybrid is ­ immediately recognizable by the
modified front apron and the ­powerdome on the hood. It also proudly
displays illuminated “BMW ActiveHybrid” lettering, which makes for
an impressive calling card, particularly after dark. At the rear, the BMW
Concept X6 ActiveHybrid has a clever touch: a movable underbody
guard that covers the tail­pipes when the vehicle is in electric – i.e.,
combustion-free – mode. In short, every aspect of this vehicle’s stylish
appearance promises an exceptional driving experience. And needless
to say, the Concept X6 ActiveHybrid fulfills that promise brilliantly.
Traditional hybrid technology alone could not have achieved this
promise. To reach this goal, BMW, General Motors and Daimler-
Chrysler joined forces in a project called “Global Hybrid Cooperation,”
in order to develop a completely new approach. Not surprisingly,
BMW is ­focusing on driving pleasure.
The result is the “two-mode ­active transmission.” This combines
planetary gear sets and two high-performance electric motors to
­provide substantial improvements in both fuel economy and per­
formance, in both low- and high-speed driving. The ­ planetary gear
sets allow variable distribution of power between the electrical motors
and the combustion engine. The system alternates between two
modes according to need: one is used for starting and driving at
low speeds; the other for higher speeds. This maximizes power and
and recover energy during braking. Thus, the BMW Concept X6
­ActiveHybrid always has the best of both worlds. The vehicle can
be driven at low speeds ­exclusively by the electric motors; it can be
­powered by the combustion engine alone; or it can use a ­combination
of both. Whichever mode is chosen, this high-powered vehicle oper-
ates with maximum efficiency in any driving situation.
This is just where other hybrid systems fall short of the mark. ­True,
they provide economical driving, but only at ­lower speeds. Even at high
speeds, much of the power must be routed electrically, rather than
mechanically. And the additional batteries and electrical components
required for this add substantial weight, which negatively affects the
responsiveness and handling.
The BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid, on the other hand, mini­mizes
this effect. The BMW’s hybrid function improves performance and
efficiency at both high and low speeds. The driver senses excellent
feedback, responsiveness and dynamics, easily matching or exceed-
ing that of normal drive systems. The only ­surprise is the fuel consump-
tion and emission figures, which are up to 20 percent better than those
of a comparable vehicle with ­conventional drive.
With this hybrid concept vehicle, BMW sets a new milestone in its
EfficientDynamics strategy. This model is not destined to gather
dust as just a concept car, but will be further developed for series
production. The look of the series-production version of the BMW
Concept X6 ActiveHybrid will be as sporty as its performance, skimp-
ing only on fuel – not on driving pleasure. “The BMW of hybrid vehicles,”
as its developers aptly describe it, is about to do what electrical ­power
has always done: advance mankind.

with safety insulation efficiency in both situations.

Within each operating mode, several gears are available to match
High-efficiency
combustion engine with the vehicle’s speed and power requirements – similar to a traditional Driving pleasure and power efficiency:
High Precision Injection transmission. The electric motors provide power during acceleration, The future of hybrid technology

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A Day with Vroom. Vrroooom.
Vrrrooooooom. Again and again, Gerhard
­H ofstetter presses the accelerator pedal.
Gerhard Sometimes short, sometimes long. Hard, soft,
fast, slow. But the engine has his undivided
Hofstetter attention at all times. He seems to soak up
the noise, letting it flow through him like some
Engine sound kind of meditation exercise. The 43-year-old
designer at BMW M Hofstetter is an engine sounds designer at
BMW M GmbH. His job is to give engines
a more refined tone, teaching them the lan-
guage of BMW – or more specifically, the
distinctive dialect of a BMW M. “Every M
model creates an unmistakable soundscape,”
says Hofstetter. “A distinctive sound is as
­important for an engine as its output. Sport­
iness, speed and power – they all have to be
heard, even at a standstill.”
Earlier that morning the acoustic expert
picked up the car at the BMW Aschheim
­testing facility near Munich. In this soundproof
environment, high-tech microphones register
everything from the swish of the air intake
system and the chorus of cylinders to the final
harmonious boom of the twin ­exhausts. At
both idling speed and full throttle revs,
­computers record every sound and ­display
the frequencies on a color monitor, like the
­spectroscopic analysis of light. The frequen-
cies are the acoustic fingerprints that are
unique to each engine.
They can, however, be manipulated. Hofstet-
ter’s job is to turn basic sounds into music.
Every cavity in the exhaust system is a poten-
Text: Wolfgang Schneider; Photos: Marek Vogel
tial sound amplifier or moderator. ­Frequencies
can be modulated by altering pipe lengths;
desired pitches can be amplified by reflectors;
harsh dissonances, muffled by acoustic
wool.
Although the engine may growl, it must
not sneeze; it can whisper, but not whistle;
sound throaty, but not cough. An M engine
should have power, not asthma. As Gerhard
Hofstetter puts it, “The engine sound should
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High-tech microphones at the BMW exterior
sounds test rig (main picture, facing page) pick up
every sound – from the engine’s air intake to the
distinctive throb of the exhaust (this page, top).
The design of the exhaust system plays a
­significant role in modifying the sound. Gerhard
Hofstetter inspects the form of the exhaust
­manifold (facing page, top), discusses frequency
measurements with colleagues (facing page,
far left), and uses a headset with microphones
to record, with absolute fidelity, the full range of
sounds (this page, bottom)
make the driver’s spine tingle and the hairs
on the back of his neck stand up.”
This game of patience requires great
­sensitivity. Adjusting the sound of an engine
is like tuning a musical instrument – except it
can take months to get an engine sound just
right. After studying the latest measurements,
­Hofstetter takes the car on the test track for
a lunchtime spin. No amount of measuring
and analysis can do the job as efficiently as
the human ear. He wears a headset with
­integrated microphones to record every
sound nuance with absolute fidelity.
Later in the afternoon, Hofstetter plays the
recordings of the future engine tunes for
some colleagues. The rasping undertone of
the cold start is gone. Each touch of the
­accelerator now shatters the silence with a
fanfare of trumpets. Perfection. “A BMW M
is a highly emotional product. Every engine
has its own unique sound, and that has to
exactly fit that particular car model,” the
sound ­ designer explains. “An M6 is quite
­d ifferent from an M5, although both are
­p owered by the same 10-cylinder engine.
Acoustically, the M6 Coupe is closer to a
­racecar than the M5 Sedan.”
By now it is late afternoon. Time to go
home. Hofstetter takes his foot off the
­a ccelerator and the key out of the ignition.
He is a man with a passion for his work. His
office houses an archive documenting the
sound of every M model ever produced. In
his free time he is an avid racecar enthusiast;
even the ring tone of his ­ mobile phone is
the roar of a BMW Sauber F1 racer.
Tomorrow, Hofstetter presents his latest
­c omposition of engine sounds to another
group of specialists. He’s bound to have
­another hit.
“Sportiness, speed and power – they all
have to be heard, even at a standstill”
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 BMW Delivery

The architecture of the new BMW Welt

is visionary, with a roof that seems to float
overhead, partially supported by the
glass-and-steel Double Cone. By spring
2008, owners will be able to take delivery
of their BMWs in the spectacular Welt

Portal to the
World of BMW
The European Delivery Program at
the new BMW Welt in Munich is
a fascinating journey into the world
of The Ultimate Driving Machine®

Text Photos
Sarah Yarnell Marcus Buck

Grinning from ear to ear below the BMW

logo on his hard hat, Jos-Philip Ostendorf throws open the doors of
the BMW Welt construction site and proudly invites us inside.
“Imagine you are here to take delivery of your new BMW!” For six
months, Ostendorf and his colleagues in the BMW European Delivery
Program have been ramping up for the opening day on October 17.
By the time you read this, BMW Welt (in English, “BMW World”) will
be completed, but at the time of this writing, much remains to be done.
Workmen swarm the 270,000 sq. ft. structure, examining blueprints,
fitting electrical cables, installing displays.
Ostendorf describes the new-vehicle delivery experience as a
journey that begins at home, when the customer places the order, and
ends here. It therefore seems fitting that a “road” winds through the
cathedral-like central hall. The road intersects BMW Plaza, with its
parade of shiny BMW models on one side, and cluster of technology
exhibits on the other. Directly above are two of the Welt’s fine res­
taurants: the International, which serves haute cuisine and offers a
splendid view of the atrium from its “outdoor” terrace; and the Club
grill, with its lively chefs and open kitchen.
Ostendorf leads the way to a bank of glass elevators that glide up
to the Delivery department check-in area, where customers are ­assisted
in scheduling their three-part experience. Included are a tour of the

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The vehicle delivery plaza nears completion in time for the grand opening of BMW Welt on October 17, 2007
Munich factory, a visit to the BMW Museum (renovated and re-open-
ing in 2008), and “The Delivery” itself.
A sleek lounge nearby offers refreshments from a buffet offering
sweet treats and European coffees; Internet workstations that appear
at the touch of a button; and relaxation on sumptuous leather-uphol-
stered couches – plus an enclosed playroom for young children.
With barely concealed excitement, Ostendorf leads the way into
the Product Info Center – a hushed room with soft lighting and rows
of bare, white Corian® counters, called “Info Tables.” It’s an astonishing
moment when a customer’s name and a picture of her brand-new
vehicle suddenly materialize on the empty surface. Even the color and
wheels are correct. When Ostendorf lightly touches the counter, a
topic menu appears. Customers may spend 20 minutes here, explor-
ing design, safety or whatever interests them – and trying to figure out
how this amazing Info Table works.
This stage of the journey also includes the Info Module, BMW
Welt’s version of a driving simulator. There are several of these private
booths lining the room, each with its own widescreen monitor, space-
age steering wheel, pedals and iDrive Controller. Customers can
­experience Night Vision, learn how optional Active Steering works,
compare Dynamic Stability Control to Dynamic Traction Control, and
even drive a fast lap on the track. To wind down afterward, they may
The interplay of light and lines in the architectural masterpiece reflects BMW’s renowned design principles
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wish to explore the pleasures of luxurious BMW vehicle interiors in the
Senses ­exhibit.
When the big moment arrives, customers descend a long staircase
toward two large, transparent structures that emanate violet light.
These are the vehicle elevators that will bring forth up to 170 new
­BMWs a day.
“Look,” says Ostendorf. Our eyes follow his gaze, and there is “our”
new BMW. A spotlight illuminates the sculptural lines of the ­vehicle,
and slowly the car begins to rotate on a turntable. It’s a breathtaking
moment.
A Delivery Specialist provides a 45-minute orientation; a picture is
taken of me and “my” BMW; and then I press the Start button. The
vehicle rolls off the turntable and onto the “road.” There’s a parade lap
around the entire floor, before the road dips in one final sweeping curve
toward the exit.
Is this the end of the journey… or just the beginning? One of the
highlights of the BMW European Delivery Program is the opportunity
for new owners to explore Europe in their own brand-new BMW.
By publication time, all the hard hats will have been hung up,
­souvenirs of one of the most daring achievements in BMW history.
Construction of BMW Welt will be complete, and the doors will open,
ready to welcome you into the world of BMW.
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 Drivers, pace yourselves: The all-new 2008
BMW 1 Series Coupe arrives next spring
Text
Eli Musser
When BMW first introduced the
2002 to the U.S. in 1968, it was a revelation: a small yet powerful ­vehicle
that offered sporty performance, seating for four and a usable trunk.
The world’s first sports sedan, it intrigued then inspired many ­American
Preview – The BMW 1 Series
drivers, and eventually led to the 3 Series, 5 Series, and even BMW’s
flagship, the full-scale 7 Series luxury/performance sedan. The 7 offers
tremendous power, comfort and innovation – but it is ­clearly a major
departure from the original spirit of the 2002.
But now, BMW comes full circle with its newest, most compact
model: the 1 Series. A pure distillation of everything that is BMW, the
1 Series connects you joyfully with the road. Its graceful, streamlined
body, long hood and strong shoulder line hark back to the spirited style
that first made BMWs popular. Gleaming light alloy wheels add luster
and reduce unsprung weight; a lightweight suspension delivers sporty
road feel and responsive handling. Though smaller in stature than
the 3 Series, the 1 Series – available in both Coupe and Convertible
models – offers up big BMW muscle with two inline six-cylinder engine
options. The 135i houses a twin-turbo, precision fuel-injected six with
300 hp and 300 lb-ft of torque; a choice of 6-speed transmissions
includes standard manual, optional STEPTRONIC automatic, and when
equipped with the optional Sport Package and automatic transmission,
steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters.
While clearly a delight to drive, the 1 Series is also designed to
please the senses. The curved design of the cabin is made even more
inviting when upholstered in optional, plush Boston Leather; instru-
mentation and control knobs are accented with lush pearl gloss trim.
The Convertible’s lined softtop and heated rear glass window keep
the cabin quiet and comfortable. In addition to the standard sound
system, audiophiles can satisfy their listening desires with an ­optional
Premium Sound system, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, HD Radio,™ and iPod®
and USB adaptor. With formidable power, agile handling and inspired
interior pleasures, the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible are bound to
become instant BMW classics.
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The 1 Series Convertible makes it easy to

catch rays while dropping into sixth gear

First look: the

BMW 1 Series
Coming in the spring of 2008, BMW will unveil a new route
to pure driving satisfaction: the all-new 1 Series Coupe
and Convertible. From powerful engines to a host of
comfort and convenience features, the 1 Series vehicles
give drivers everything they want – and nothing they don’t.

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 BMW Assist™

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You were delayed at the office,
but you’re finally on the road – and late for your next meeting. No
problem: you’ll just use your cell phone to notify the client. Oh, great
– you left your cell phone back at the office. Now what?
Luckily, you signed up for BMW Assist convenience services. So
you press the SOS button, which connects you to a BMW Assist
­response specialist. Soon you’re talking to your client for up to five
minutes on an operator-assisted call. Problem averted, account saved.
This Critical Calling feature, which can be used up to four times a
year, is just one of the premium services that are included when you
sign up for the optional BMW Assist Convenience Plan.
BMW Assist is part of the BMW Ultimate Service™ philosophy of ­taking
care of both you and your vehicle. When the BMW Assist system is
installed in your vehicle, the Safety Plan is included for four years1 at
no additional cost – an advantage unmatched in the industry. And for
just $199 a year, you can add the Convenience Plan, which offers a
wealth of features that enhance your BMW ownership experience.
Say, for example, you want to make reservations at that hot, new
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From Aspen to Los Angeles
in a BMW X5 4.8i
This story began when I took delivery of my new X5 4.8i at the BMW Performance Center
in South Carolina, and drove it home through seven states to Colorado.
The experience was so incredible, I needed a reason to drive it more. And I found one.
Text
Ben Kwitek
I manage a little startup called
Roundabout Signs LLC. We import authentic road signs from
­Germany, such as “Autobahn” and even “Tank Crossing.” People buy
these signs to hang in their garages and offices. Our most popular is
the “No Speed Limit” sign – one of the most welcome signs for a
­driving enthusiast.
Earlier in the year, we decided to create a limited-edition “No
Speed Limit” sign autographed by actor Patrick Dempsey, a friend of
mine. Not only a star of Grey’s Anatomy, Patrick is also a car guy who
races in the Grand-Am Rolex Series; he even drove the pace car for
the Indianapolis 500. Patrick was willing to sign some of these ­German
signs for us, so I needed to get 200 of them from Colorado to L.A. –
fast. The X5 was the logical choice. What’s more, the scenery
­between Colorado and California is some of the most beautiful in
the world.
Using nothing more than the X5’s Navigation system and satellite
radio, I map out a three-day trip from Colorado to Beverly Hills, via
the Lizard Head Pass, Sedona, Grand Canyon Park, Las Vegas and
­Mojave Desert. The trip starts at the Sky Hotel in Aspen. After loading
more than 800 pounds of aluminum signs and other gear in the back
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Photos
Misha Gravenor
of the X5, we have a nice breakfast at the famed Little Nell restaurant.
­Although most people associate Aspen with skiing in the winter, it is
also captivating in the summer. While much of the nation sweats with
temperatures in the 90s and 100s, Aspen tops out at 80 degrees on
most days. In fact, the morning air is so crisp and fresh, many skiers
now spend their summers in Aspen, too.
The morning air in Aspen
is crisp and fresh.
We head southwest. Within a few hours, the mountainous landscape
changes to extensive agricultural fields. However, the tall mountains
remain in the distance. If you turn down the X5’s great sound system,
you can almost hear them calling you.
The two-lane roads start to twist and get interesting as we
­approach the town of Ouray, nicknamed “the Switzerland of ­America.”
A former gold-mining town, its population of around 800 swells
­considerably during the summer when travelers visit this beautiful Opposite: Interesting rock formation west of Four Corners Monument; the Four Corners Monument where Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Arizona meet.
Above: The X5 4.8i on a break in Colorado, ready for more action
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 valley. We ­continue our trip and admire the mountains near Telluride.
The rocks are sharp-edged; the treeless tops reveal the colors of
various minerals.
From Aspen, we cross at least three high mountain passes, which
is pure joy in the X5. Its power and handling excel in this environment.
The V-8 engine pulls with authority, even at a height of 12,000 feet.
The 6-speed transmission manages to keep the power in the sweet
zone, helping us climb and descend comfortably.
The mountain roads level off again as we approach the Four
­Corners. This is the only spot in the United States where four states
meet: Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Arizona. The terrain shifts again
with red rocks and high desert mesas. The ancient ruins of Mesa Verde
provide an education on how people survived long ­before ­cars.
Entering Arizona, the skies are painted, as in the songs. The Native
American lands are dotted with awesome rock outcroppings. Long
valleys give the X5 the chance to stretch its Autobahn-inspired legs,
with 350 horses prancing much like the wild horses that live here.

Treeless mountains
show the colors of
the minerals they contain.

The social scene continues 24/7 in
and around the swimming pool at
the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas
Map: Merian Kartographie
Around Flagstaff and Sedona, the high desert and mountains meet Actor/racecar driver Patrick Dempsey with the
again. Although Phoenix is only two hours away, the temperature in signed “No Speed Limit” sign from Germany
Flagstaff can be 40 degrees cooler in the summer. The Grand ­Canyon
is also close: RVs and travel trailers fill some of the roads and camp-
grounds. The power of the X5 makes passing them almost too easy.
The drive from Sedona to Las Vegas is captivating, with the pine The X5 weaves through a pass near Durango, Colorado
trees giving way to juniper bushes and sagebrush. The Hoover Dam
makes a perfect stop along the journey. The BMW seems right at
home in the company of this other engineering marvel.
The palm trees, golf courses, casinos and neon lights of the Las
Vegas strip welcome us. Our X5, with its shiny 19-inch wheels and
black shadowline trim, fits right in. The Four Seasons Hotel provides
a nice parking space for the BMW, while we cool off in the pool after
our long drive. Like a watering hole, it is a place to relax and socialize.
The next morning we leave Las Vegas early. The drive between
Las Vegas and Los Angeles is much traveled. Is it because these two
­cities share a love for parties and automobiles? The interstate cuts
through the desert and along the famous Death Valley. Even with a
heavy load, high speeds, and the air conditioning working at full blast,
the X5 doesn’t miss a beat. Driving into the L.A. area is an experience;
even 90 miles outside the city, you can be caught in rush-hour traffic.
­The X5’s Navigation system is the star of the day in this sprawling city.
Its Real Time Traffic Information system brings us through a maze of
interstates, avoiding the clogged roads that surround the city.
By late morning, we arrive safely at the beautiful Casa del Mar
Hotel in Santa Monica. Our BMW could not travel any farther west
without getting wet. After some wonderful sushi and great conversa-
tion, Patrick Dempsey autographs all 200 signs in record time.
In the course of three days, we drove over 1,000 miles. From
­Aspen to Beverly Hills and everywhere in between, the new BMW X5
gave its own outstanding performance. Like the Western landscape,

it is beautiful and intriguing – the perfect vehicle for people and cargo,
not at all bothered by inclement weather or the twisting Rocky
­Mountain roads. And it is fast and sporty enough to turn heads, even
in the City of Angels. I wonder: when will I find another excuse for an
extended weekend trip?

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 Passion for Wine
Liebherr understands the beauty and
diversity of wine, so we have created
the perfect environment to store your
collection – the WU 4000. Take advan-
tage of the two temperature zones by
storing red and white wines according
to your preference – from +41 °F (+5 °C)
to +68 °F (+20 °C). Unlike competitive
products, adjustable LED lighting is
cool to the touch and will not overheat
the wine bottles plus it provides a
subtle ambiance. Activated charcoal
filters ensure a high air quality free of
dust, dirt and smells allowing wine to
mature to perfection. This stylish
wine storage cabinet is available as an
undercounter or freestanding unit,
and is yet another innovative product
from Liebherr that complements your
passion for wine.
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A Delight in Freshness
Captain Kirk’s
Earth vehicle
After test-driving the X5 SAV,®
actor William Shatner not only
immediately put in an order for
one – he wanted to pick it up at
the BMW Performance Center.
Left: William Shatner with Donnie Isley, one of the head driving instructors.
Above: The Shatners pilot an X5 Sports Activity Vehicle® over the off-road
course at the BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC
Text Photos
Maria Schneider Fred Rollison
Actor William Shatner plays the
role of attorney Denny Crane in the popular television drama Boston
Legal, which has won him an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award. But
around the globe, he’s also affectionately known as Captain James T.
Kirk in the wildly popular Star Trek TV and movie franchise. In that role,
he is Commander of the spaceship USS Enterprise. But for his own,
private Earth-exploring vehicle, Shatner recently chose something
entirely different.
Last summer, flying with a friend across the United States, they
talked about the many advantages of fast cars, such as freedom of
movement. His friend raved so enthusiastically about his own, new
X5 that, as soon as they landed in Huntsville, Alabama, Shatner went
straight from the airport to the nearest BMW SAV center. There, after
test-driving an X5 4.8i SAV, he placed an order for one on the spot.
With his well-developed sense of aesthetics, Shatner chose a
model in Mineral Green Metallic with a Sand Beige Nevada Leather
interior and Dark Bamboo Wood interior trim. As an ­ intergalactic
­explorer, he naturally wanted all the latest technology: Head-up Display,
SIRIUS Satellite radio, Rear-seat entertainment, and the iPod® and
USB adaptor. Shatner’s final comment to the salesman was that
he wanted to pick up the vehicle himself at the BMW Per­formance
Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Landing in Spartanburg in a private plane, Shatner, his wife and
two companions were brought to the BMW Performance Center in
New owners
two 7 Series Sedans. There, Donnie Isley, one of the driving instructors,
guided the actor and his companions through the tricks of the track.
After a few minutes of instruction, they were weaving X5’s past cones,
hitting the brakes, and gunning the engines like pros. As ­Scotty in Star
Trek would have said, Captain Kirk was “giving it all she got!”
After lunch at the Performance Center, Shatner was back on the
track, this time on the off-road course. There he climbed slopes so
steep, all he saw was the blue sky above. At one point he had the X5
plowing through nearly two feet of water and balancing on two wheels.
Later, giving the X5 a rest, he took an M5 through its paces. Then the
Shatners were ­ introduced to their new BMW X5 4.8i in a dramatic,
somewhat glamorous Hollywood-style presentation. “Wow, is this
mine?” Shatner asked with a great, admiring smile.
Back home in Los Angeles, the Shatners proudly take to the road
at every opportunity in their X5. Despite his persona as Captain Kirk,
Shatner is actually more comfortable in an ordinary Earth-bound ­vehicle
than a spacecraft. Entrepreneur Richard Branson has offered him a
free ride on the first launch of the VSS Enterprise, scheduled for 2008,
but Shatner is somewhat hesitant. “I do want to go up – but I need
guarantees that I’ll definitely come back,” he says jokingly.
You, too, can receive the “star” treatment when you take delivery
of your new BMW at the BMW Performance Center. For more informa-
tion, ask your local BMW dealer or visit bmwusa.com/bmwexperience/
PerformanceCenter/delivery.htm
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 This vintage ad introduced the BMW 2002tii to America in 1972:
When road maintenance requires driv-
ers to detour into new lanes and the road narrows,
800m
drivers often become rattled. At night, or when a
truck occupies the entire right lane, it is best to
2 m
stay patient. In most cases, the narrowing is only
for a short distance and the lost time is negligible.
Patience also reduces stress on both the driver
and passengers. However, if you do pass other
vehicles, you should not look at the road mark-
ings on the far side of the road or at the vehicle
you are passing. Drivers instinctively steer in the
direction they are looking, so the best thing is to
focus intently on your desired path.

Driving skills

All Right in the Night

Driving in the dark requires greater concentration
than in daytime. Overall, the risks are greater.
Here are some tips for dealing with them.
In the dark, you don’t always see
hazards in time, and so the likelihood of accidents increases. BMW
Driver Training experts advise that you drive at a speed that allows you
to stop within the reach of your headlights. In many BMWs, this distance
is extended by Adaptive Headlights, which track the meanderings of
the road. They also illuminate soft shoulders and junctions, which
makes it safer to turn onto another road. Glare from the poorly adjusted
headlights of an oncoming vehicle is another hazard. If this occurs, you
should never look into the light. That could lead you to instinctively
steer in its direction. Instead, take your bearings from the road markings
or reflectors on your side of the road. White lines are very useful for
tracking the path of country roads and highways. Another valuable aid
in the dark is BMW’s High-beam Assistant, which recognizes a vehicle
ahead or one approaching from the opposite direction and automati-
cally adjusts the low or high beams.

The presence of animals on the road

requires fast reactions, particularly at dawn and
dusk. Deer or turkeys, for example, often cross
roads in groups. If you see one animal, others will
not be far away. In this situation you should brake
immediately, sound the horn, and switch to park-
ing lights to avoid dazzling the animals, which
causes them to freeze. If your braking distance is
Text: Michael Seitz; Illustrator: Sascha Bierl

too short, if there is oncoming traffic, if your

speed is high or if the road is wet, an avoidance
maneuver might be dangerous. It may then be
better to risk colliding with the animal if it is
small. BMW’s Night Vision system, available as
an option on the 5, 6 and 7 Series, helps to avoid
such situations. The system’s infrared camera
shows living creatures as thermal images up to a
distance of 1600 feet in front of the vehicle.

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 Vintage BMWs
Shifting Assets
They’ve left their mark on automotive history with their brilliant design
and outstanding performance. And these days, vintage BMW models
are commanding more than just respect on the road.
BMW 328
1936-1940
2004 Value in $ 200,000
2007 Value in $ 450,000
A bellwether of BMW performance and handling, the
328 Roadster was the toast of the racing community.
The 328 excelled in competition, most notably in the
Mille Miglia (“Thousand Mile”) endurance race in Italy,
where it finished as overall winner in 1940.
Text
Eli Musser
For the true driving
enthusiast, buying a BMW is universally
recognized as a smart purchase. BMW has a
long history of building precision-engineered
automobiles that reward their owners with
asphalt-conquering power, sporty handling
and sophisticated looks, year after year. But
there’s another facet to the value of a BMW
– one that’s more practical, and has the
potential to pay off in a financially impressive
way. It’s no surprise, then, that among the
vehicles they choose to make their own,
collectors are rapidly gaining a whole new
respect for vintage BMW models as solid
investments.
Collecting vintage BMW models involves
more than just adding an array of Ultimate
Driving Machines® to your own personal fleet.
Under the right conditions, highly collectible
BMW models can also be considerable
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BMW 327/8
1937-1940
2004 Value in $ 75,000
2007 Value in $ 175,000
The 327 Coupe and Cabriolet were bold steps
forward in automotive design, with sultry curves, long
hoods and distinctive two-tone paint schemes.
Equipped with a triple-carburetor engine, the stun-
ning 327 could also leave the competition in the dust.
assets, yielding terrific returns comparable to
the healthiest of portfolios. In fact, many of
BMW’s most popular collectibles have seen
a recent two- or three-fold jump in their values
at auction, due in large part to ever-widening
Collectible BMW models
are anything but antiquated.
exposure. In the age of blogs, craigslist and
eBay,® vintage car collecting, once essen-
tially a word-of-mouth cottage industry, has
transformed into a full-bore dream-car market,
with gurus, pundits and highest bidders in
every corner of the world.
Vintage they may be, but these collectible
BMW models are anything but antiquated.
The technology powering many of these
BMW 507
1956-1959
2004 Value in $ 225,000
2007 Value in $ 500,000
With its 16-valve V-8 engine, the BMW 507 Roadster
solidified BMW’s sporting reputation. Although the
507 appealed to many, its most famous endorsement
came from “royalty”: Elvis Presley purchased his in
1959 while stationed with the U.S. Army in Germany.
“ Values based on estimates of various known
private sales of these models over the stated time
period and are no guarantee of current values.”
BMW models can still drop jaws and silence
doubters. Take, for instance, the BMW 507,
built for only three years during the latter
half of the 1950s. The aggressively styled
507 proved groundbreaking in its design,
with a muscular 16-valve V-8 engine, paral-
lel double-wishbone front suspension, and
a hand-formed aluminum body. As an
ideal example of mid-20th century BMW
engineering, the 507 offered an early blue-
print for the innovative approach that BMW
would soon use with all its vehicles. And since
only 252 production models were built,
demand has driven prices up wildly; recent
pristine examples have fetched as much as
$500,000.
Photo: Uli Joss/mpi
Even newer BMW models are already
coming into their own as vintage collectibles.
The BMW M1, built from only 1979 to 1981,
represented the German motor company’s
BMW 2002tii
1972-1974
2004 Value in $ 15,000
2007 Value in $ 45,000
The predecessor to the BMW 3 Series, the 2002tii
proved a successful high-performance equation: a
powerful, 2.0-liter engine in a stylish, compact body.
Popular with tinkerers, 2002tii models are most
valuable with their original BMW components intact.
debut in the supercar arena. Its limited
production and staggering performance were
never intended to address the needs of a
larger market. However, the M1 successfully
launched BMW’s M engineering division,
ushering in a new generation of highly coveted
high-performance BMW models. This distinc-
tion alone has earned the M1 a place in BMW
history, and therefore a prime spot in the
vintage collectible market. Of course, its
There’s no shortage of
resources for collectors.
reputation as a thrilling, über-engineered
BMW – as well as being BMW’s first and only
mid-engine vehicle – only adds to the M1’s
value.
BMW 3.0 CSL (racecar)
1973-1975
2004 Value in $ 150,000
2007 Value in $ 450,000
Holy Motorsport! The 3.0 CSL earned the nickname
“Batmobile” after BMW modified the 3.0 CS Coupe
into a lightweight racing version, complete with
oversized rear wing. The 3.0 CSL won five European
Touring Car Championships from 1973 to 1979.
BMW M1
1979-1981
2004 Value in $ 70,000
2007 Value in $ 135,000
BMW’s exotic M1 supercar was a collaborative effort
between BMW and Italian automaker Lamborghini.
A 3.5-liter, six-cylinder powerplant featured individual
throttle butterflies and four valves per cylinder, which
contributed to the M1’s racecar-like performance.
And the future holds even more promise.
From the soon-to-be-unveiled 1 Series Coupe
and Convertible to the glorious new 2008 M3,
many of the models that BMW currently
produces are destined to become desirable.
Savvy collectors can hedge their bets by
purchasing potential “future classic” models
at reasonable prices. That roadster, coupe, or
convertible available at your local BMW center
might, in a few more decades, bring you much
more than just driving pleasure.
BMW M3
1987-1991
2004 Value in $ 12,000
2007 Value in $ 24,000
The first-generation M3 hit the streets in 1986,
thrilling sport performance enthusiasts and collectors
alike with its sleek looks and 195-hp, 2.3-liter engine.
A “modern vintage” vehicle still in production, the
newest M3 goes on sale in the U.S. in spring 2008.
In order to retain its value, a vehicle requires
regular care and maintenance. On every new
model, BMW Ultimate Service™ includes
BMW Maintenance for four years or 50,000
miles. Additionally, the vehicle’s condition
depends on your willingness to avoid the wear
and tear of daily driving. That means keeping
the miles low, regular washing, and protection
from the elements during storage – all with
the goal of ensuring the longest life and great-
est value for your collectible BMW vehicle.
Best of all, there isn’t a shortage of
resources out there for collectors, from
parts vendors to online forums to car shows.
When it comes to the vintage BMW com-
munity, it’s never been easier to buy, sell, or
just talk shop while researching your next
purchase. Bottom line, the vintage BMW
collector may look forward to a most reward-
ing experience.
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 BMW Golf Championship

The BMW Championship:

Experienced drivers only
Text
Mike Casazza

As part of the 2007 PGA Tour’s

FedExCup, the first-ever
BMW Championship yielded
a high-performance highlight
for Tiger Woods.

There stood Tiger

The BMW Championship provided
a viewer-friendly tournament, capped by
an exciting final round.
Woods, the world’s preeminent golfer, holding
the sizeable silver cup above his head as he
flashed a smile as bright as his future.
He’d won again, though this title carried
more meaning than many others, and his
­resumé made room for another superlative.
Tiger Woods won his 60th career tourna-
ment at the BMW Championship September
10, meaning he’d gone from 0–60 in less time
and more style than any of his peers.
“You play, and when you play, you play to
win, period,” Woods said. “You know, that’s
how my dad raised me is you go out there
and win. If you win, everything will take care
of itself.”
Woods, 31, has been a professional on
the PGA Tour for 12 years. Win No. 60, which
finished with him at 22-under par, came at
Cog Hill Golf Club, in Lemont, IL.
The victory that ultimately helped Woods
win the inaugural FedExCup was his fourth at
this tournament, which was known as the
Western Open before this year.
“This tournament has been very special
to me,” Woods said. “I got an exemption to
play here as an amateur. I ended up making
my first cut ever on the PGA Tour here. I have
somehow always played well here, and I’ve
enjoyed the atmosphere.”
Woods missed two fairways in the tour­
nament, despite early weather conditions that
made things a little more difficult. He opened
with consecutive rounds of 4-under 67 before

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 “This new partnership exemplifies
BMW’s ongoing commitment to the
advancement and legacy of the sport.”

warming up for the final two days. He carded

a 65 Saturday and a 63 Sunday.
The BMW Championship provided a
viewer-friendly tournament, capped by an
exciting final round. Aaron Baddeley finished
two shots behind Woods at 20-under. Steve
Stricker was third at 18-under. Those two
stalked Woods throughout the final round,
with Stricker and Woods trading the lead a
few times. Woods took control for good at
the 13th hole.
“We believe that the inaugural BMW
Cham­­pionship has been a rewarding and
­e njoyable experience for players and fans
alike,” said Tom Purves, Chairman and CEO
of BMW (U.S.) Holding Corp. “Even though
the week started out with some rainy ­weather,
the skies turned blue in time for the weekend
and we saw a terrific bump in attendance on
Saturday and Sunday. The competition has
been strong and fans have been able to see
some of the world’s best golfers on one of the
finest courses in the U.S. – Cog Hill.”

This season was the first for the FedExCup,

a four-tournament, points-based playoff
at the end of the schedule designed to crown
the top player. The BMW Championship
was the third event and will hold its spot with
the FedExCup at a midwestern location.
BMW has a six-year agreement with the
PGA Tour and the Western Golf Association
to continue its affiliation, part of a plan to
­increase its strong reputation in sports by
expanding its influence in golf.
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Joseph Foran, 19, is a caddie at the Cog Hill Golf & Country Club.
He is studying Economics and Politics with the support of the
Evans Scholars Foundation

Since 1930, the Evans Scholars Foundation, located in the

Village of Golf, Illinois, has given underprivileged young caddies
who demonstrate outstanding character and academic excellence
the opportunity to attend college.

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 College-bound caddies’ benefactors Jim Moore, Don Johnson and John Kaczkowski
head the Evans Scholars Foundation, as well as the Western Golf Association.
Behind them is the portrait of founder Charles “Chick” Evans

Genuine sportsmen prefer caddies

over golf carts

Text Photos
Christian Litz J. J. Sulin
This caddie doesn’t
have to think for a second. He reaches into
the bag and, from the 12 irons there, takes
out the exact club the player needs for 7th
hole of the Cog Hill Golf & Country Club in
Lemont, Illinois. Or, more precisely, for the
Dubs­dread Course, because Cog Hill has four
18-hole courses. Matthew Stumpf, the cad-
die, knows by ­experience which irons are the
best here. Golf magazines call the Dubsdread
Course “challenging” – just right for the BMW
Championship, which was held here at the
beginning of September. Matthew Stumpf is
21 years old and plays golf himself, but right
now he’s working. Shortly after his 14th
­birthday, he started caddying at Inverness
Golf Club near Chicago. He knows that the
decision he made at the time – to get up at
five o’clock every weekend morning during
the summer and carry golf bags – was the
right one. The golf bags weigh about 44
pounds, and he has to carry them for between
four and five hours. However, this hasn’t done
him any harm – Stumpf ­gives the impression
of being ­muscular and strong. The job also
involves selecting the correct clubs and hand-
ing them to the player. Sometimes Stumpf
praises the player and occasionally nods his
head, saying, “Wow, good stroke.” And more
often than not, just listening. Stumpf has
learned to assess situations – and people.
That decision to work as a caddie has
shaped the rest of his life. He’s making good
use of the opportunities it has provided.
­Today, he’s studying Accounting at the
­University of Illinois in Champaign. Since his
father is a truck driver and his mother a kin-
dergarten ­assistant, the family would never
have been able to finance his education. His
attending the University is directly due to the
Evans Scholars Foundation, whose motto is
“We bring Caddies to College.” “Without the
Foundation,” Stumpf says, “I probably would
never have been able to afford to go to this
college.” The Foundation’s offer: “Work as a
caddie on the links for two years, on week-
ends and ­ during the summer holidays, get
outstanding grades at school, and we’ll
­finance your ­college education.” There were
800 applicants for 150 scholarships at the
time, so Stumpf made sure he was really
good. “Oh, yes, the competition was tough,”
he comments today.
The Evans Scholars Foundation sent its
first two scholars, Harold Fink and James
McGinnis, to college in 1930. The Foundation
has since given around 8,600 scholars a
­c ollege education. Currently there are 820
college students with Evans Scholarships at
20 American universities; 70 percent of them
are young men. Ever since Judith Kloos
­became the first woman to receive an Evans
Scholarship in the 1950s, the number of
women has been on the increase. Back in
1930, the original idea was to select just one
scholarship holder. But Fink and McGinnis
made such a good impression on the Foun­
dation jury, it sent both men to college. As
a result, more money was needed. Founder
Charles “Chick” Evans, one of the most
­p opular players at the time, recorded golf
­lessons on large 78-rpm records to raise
funds. Donors gave a helping hand right
from the start, and in 1932, the Western Golf
­Association (WGA) joined in.

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 Caddie Matthew Stumpf at work. Below left: The pro shop at the
Cog Hill Golf & Country Club. The big photo captures the moment when
Tiger Woods won the Western Open for the first time on July 4, 1997
The Foundation is the only one of its kind. It
doesn’t simply finance course fees and give
money for books, but also makes sure that
its scholars have dorm rooms. However,
they have to work for their meals by taking
jobs – for example, in the dining halls. The
Foun­da­tion has been a success, establish­
ing residence halls on the campuses of 14
­universities.
The scholars learn about life when they’re
on the golf course, and sometimes even get
career advice. “I’ve often caddied for a ­married
couple,” explains Stumpf. “They’re both
­account­ants. They’ve talked a lot about their
work. I’ve listened and noticed that this is
something I would also like to do. These two
people started coaching me.” “It’s network-
ing,” say Foundation officials. The caddies
also talk about it being a big family. “You
immed­iately belong. There’s always someone
there for you,” says Stumpf. Right from Day
One, he had 40 friends and a mentor.
Today, at the Cog Hill Golf & Country Club,
­located south of Chicago, Stumpf is carrying
Patrick Kielty’s golf bag. The 54-year-old
­engineer also earned an Evans Scholarship
as a caddie. “When I was 14 and started
­c addying, my mother passed away from
­cancer inside a year, followed by my ­father. I
have a brother who is three years younger
than ­myself. The Caddie Master at the ­Beverly
Country Club looked after us,” explains Kielty.
“Golf was our savior.”
The Caddie Master employs caddies and
assigns them to the golfers. He gives them
instruction, and he’s there to give them sup-
port. But he’s also dependent on the Evans
Scholars. If other caddies go home because
there are no golfers, the Caddie Master can
be sure that the Evans Scholars will stay. They
have to be on hand, which is his salvation if
golfers come along later. “This man ensured
that my brother and I both received an Evans
Scholarship,” says Patrick Kielty. “I don’t know
where we would be today if it hadn’t been for
the Evans Scholars Foundation.” He remi-
nisces what it was like to caddy at the time.
“I caddied twice at the big WGA [Western Golf
Association] tournaments. Today, the pros
bring their own people along with them. That
wasn’t the case then. We registered and drew
a number out of a hat. I got number three,
which meant I was third in line to select the
pro whose golf bag I wanted to carry. I ­decided
on Frank Beard.” The caddie selected a pro?
“Yes, times were different then. ­Nobody today
can imagine the sense of excitement. It was
something very different at the time, some-
thing really, really big.”
Caddies learn to become communicators.
Imagine accompanying adults when you’re
12, 13, 14 years old – being with them for four
or five hours, giving them advice, and talking
to them in order to ensure that everything
runs smoothly. They then give you a good
tip. You gain something for life if you’ve worked
as a caddie, not to mention the extra income.
Today, caddies earn $40 for a round, and
­often as much money again in tips. “Good
money,” say all the caddies and former
­caddies, the alumni of the Foundation. The
alumni are generally still active on behalf of
the Evans Scholars Foundation. They donate
money, promote the Foundation, and take
The decision to work
as a caddie has shaped
the rest of his life.
positions within the Foundation for the good
of the cause. Well, says Kielty, he has four
children; his daughter is also working as a
­caddie – and, he says with pride, “She also
has an Evans Scholarship.” That means she’s
probably very good at school. Statistics tell
us that 91 percent of Evans Scholars go on
to earn a college degree. And the average
grades of Evans Scholars are extremely
good.
We meet Evans Scholars Foundation
President Don Johnson in the small Village of
Golf, Illinois – a settlement with 300 houses
and the neo-classical building of the WGA.
He grumbles about golf carts. “These carts
are big money-earners for the clubs. That’s
why they’re everywhere.” But, he maintains,
“Golf is a game you can only play right with
caddies.”
The WGA and the Evans Foundation are
essentially one and the same thing. The WGA
holds three big tournaments every year: the
Western Junior, the Western Amateur and
the BMW Championship (formerly known as
the Western Open). The aim of all three
­tournaments, including the BMW Champion-
ship, is to channel funds into the coffers of
the Evans Scholars Foundation. But BMW
isn’t simply providing sponsorship money; it
also provides much sought-after internships
for Evans Scholars.
Chick Evans was the first player to win
the U.S. Open and the U.S. Amateur in one
year. He was never a pro; his mother advised
him to continue working as a dairy manager.
­H owever, if money came in, she believed
he should use it to send caddies to college.
­Evans ­followed the advice of his mother to
found the Evans Scholars Foundation in 1930.
Two years later, the WGA gave him a helping
hand in his quest by taking over ­administration
of the Evans Foundation.
Evans had been forced to break off his
studies because he could no longer afford
to pay for college. He had to work – and then
he started to play golf. This was the reason
that later in life he became involved in helping
­children from disadvantaged families. Today,
four years at a private college costs around
$100,000.
In order to finance the large number of
Evans Scholars, the Foundation has an annu­
al budget of $10 million. The tournaments
bring money, but previous Evans Scholars
are the main contributors. Last year alone,
former caddies donated $3 million to the
­program.
Don Johnson didn’t have a scholarship.
“My family was too well off. That’s a social
issue. I worked as a trash collector during
the summer vacation,” recalls the lawyer. “We
knocked off at two o’clock in the afternoon,
then I went straight to the golf course.” He
gets out his treasure: a big color photograph
with Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer and Jack
­Nicklaus. “It has to be the only photo that’s
been signed by the three of them together.
Soon we’re ­going to auction the picture for
the benefit of the Foundation.” Like John
­K aczkowski, ­Tournament Director, and Jim
Moore, Training Director, Johnson empha-
sizes, “Playing with a caddie is the right way
to play golf. This was how the game was
meant to be.” Kaczkow­ski praises the com-
mitment of the Evans Scholars and their
strong work ethic. “It’s not at all easy to be a
caddie. Nobody has ever given the kids any-
thing for nothing.”
Matthew Stumpf, the caddie, doesn’t
­regard the golf course as work. As he puts
the seventh iron in the bag, he says to Patrick
Kielty, “That was a really good strike.” “Young
man, if you say so,” responds Kielty, and
adds that he once caddied for Chick Evans.
­“Really?” says Stumpf, astounded. “Tell me
about it.”
evansscholarsfoundation.com
bmw-golfsport.com
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 BMW Art Car

Olafur Eliasson nimbly merges art, science

and natural phenomena to create multi-sensory
experiences. Born in Denmark in 1967 to Icelandic
parents, he is best known for intriguing installations
with variations of light, wind, temperature and,
­especially, water. He electrified the art world in 2003
with “The weather project” – a gigantic artificial sun
installed inside the Turbine Hall of London’s Tate
Modern Gallery.

“Movement affects
our self-awareness and
approach to the world.”

This special exhibition the far-reaching consequences of our You can look at the human body as a moving
marks the first public presentation and only modern way of life,” says Henry Urbach, a ­object or even as a vehicle that causes the

Ice U.S. engagement of a new work by con­

temporary artist Olafur Eliasson, created in
conjunction with BMW’s Art Car program.
curator of the SFMOMA. “His work chal­
lenges our ­ present-day conception of cars,
and directs us to a different future. It’s an
parameters of time and space to change.
­Obviously, car driving alters the way in which
we perceive time and space. What I find so

Car
Eliasson has transformed an object of ­experiment with social as well as political interesting in the research on movement and
modern industrial design into a work of art ­implications, and the consequences will environmentally sustainable energy is the fact
whose theme is the relationship between most likely remain with us for some time. that it enhances our sense of responsibility in

Art
In September, the San Francisco
Museum of Modern Art opened
Take your time: Olafur Eliasson.
The show contains Your mobile
expectations: BMW H2R project,
2007 – BMW’s 16th Art Car.
global warming and the automobile industry.
This Art Car – the 16th of the series – is
­actually a hydrogen-fueled H2R racecar. To
create it, Eliasson removed the body and re­
placed it with a combination of steel mesh and
­reflecting steel panels. The car was then
sprayed with 530 gallons of water over the
course of several days in order to create layers
of ice. To preserve the icy coating, an 800-
square-foot refrigerated display case was
installed in the museum. Only a few visitors
at a time are allowed into the display to ­prevent
overheating.
“Eliasson’s transformation of the H2R car
is intended to be provocative, a warning of
There’s probably no more ­appropriate place
for this exhi­bit than the SFMOMA, precisely
because people in our area here are as pas­
sionate about their cars as they are about
environmental policy.”
As do all his creations, Eliasson’s metal- and
ice-coated car evokes various associations.
To begin with, there is the artist’s longtime
interest in natural phenomena and the awe
they are capable of evoking. “Our mobility
implies friction – not merely air friction, but
also social, physical and political friction,”
­Eliasson explains. “Therefore, motion affects
our self-awareness and approach to the world.
how we, as individuals, navigate in a world
­defined by plurality and polyphony.”
This latest addition to BMW’s Art Car
­collection also continues BMW’s racing tra­
dition. The H2R research car has already set
speed records in the category of hydrogen-
fueled combustion engines. The strenuous
trials on the high-speed racetrack in Miramas,
France have unequivocally demonstrated that
hydrogen fuel can be substituted for conven­
tional fuels without any loss in the dynamics
of ­modern driving.
The BMW Art Car exhibit continues
through January 13, 2008.
sfmoma.org

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The International Engine of the Year Awards are
presented by Engine Technology International
magazine, published by UKIP Media & Events.
The Awards involve the voluntary participation of
62 leading motoring journalists from 30 countries.
BMW garnered a record seven of the 12 awards
in this year’s competition, with the BMW 3.0-liter
twin-turbo selected as the “International Engine
of the Year.” The seven awards presented to BMW
were in the following categories:
International Engine of the Year 2007
BMW 3.0-liter Twin-Turbo (335i)
Best New Engine of 2007
BMW 3.0-liter Twin-Turbo (335i)
Best Performance Engine
BMW 5.0-liter V-10 (M5, M6)
1.4-liter to 1.8-liter
BMW-PSA 1.6-liter Turbo (MINI, Peugeot 207)
2.0-liter to 2.5-liter
BMW 2.5-liter (325, 525, X3, Z4)
2.5-liter to 3.0-liter
BMW 3.0-liter Twin-Turbo (335i)
Above 4.0-liter
BMW 5.0-liter V-10 (M5, M6)
October 2007
2006 330i
From “(long-term test) verdict” article
“Look up the word ‘fluidity’ in the dictionary,
and you’ll find a picture of the 330i. The wheel
– a wonderfully meaty three-spoke design –
responds to your hands like a… well, like a
precision German instrument, which it most
certainly is.”
2008 M3 Coupe
From “bmw m3 (first drive)” article
“It’s quick and precise; beautifully balanced
and brilliantly responsive; deeply confident
and inspiringly competent when you ask it the
big questions. Yep, the new BMW M3 is
­everything the BMW faithful have been wait-
ing for – and then some.”
“… By comparison [to the E30 M3] this fourth-
generation version is as smooth and suave
as a banker in a Brioni suit and $1000 wing-
tips. Some hard-core M3 purists will find that
hard to get used to. And they’ll be missing a
new M3 is faster around the Nürburgring
­Nordschleife than the V-10 powered M5, says
M GmbH boss Gerhard Richter.”
September 2007
2006 330i
From “(long-term test) update” article
“What makes it so special?… ‘The dialed-in
steering, the nicely matched shifter and
clutch, the rip and snarl of the exhaust, the
linear pull of the inline-six, and, of course, the
attractive sheetmetal that exudes class and
style better than any of its competitors.’ ”
“Add to that the free service for the first four
years or 50,000 miles, and it’s easy to under­
stand why the 3 Series has been the darling
of the Motor Trend fleet.”
August 2007
2007 BMW X3 SAV
From “Dune Devils (comparison)” article
“Wearing Pirelli Scorpion tires, the Bimmer,
naturally, remains vigorous when confronted
by sand – simply disable the stability control,
drop the six-speed into second, and let
xDrive’s steplessly variable front/rear torque
split slide you around with confidence. Vi­
vacious as it is on- and off-road, the X3 is
­unexpectedly the most frugal at the pump,
dispensing a best-in-test 19.7 mpg.”
August 2007
335i Coupe
From “Road Test: Flying the Coupes/
BMW 335i & Infiniti G37S” article
“For more than three decades, the BMW
3 Series sports coupe has defined what the
genre should be. And with its latest creation
– the twin-turbocharged 335i – the standard
has once again been set for all of the com­
petition to chase.”
“If you’ve ever driven a 2-door 3 Series, then
you’ll understand why the model has been
universally loved by the motoring press for
decades… .”
“… It’s the turbo powerplant that isn’t; the
forced-induction is virtually indiscernible to
the right foot – power-production-wise, it just
feels like an instantly powerful well-designed,
nor­mally aspirated V-8.”
BMW 1 Series
From “2008/new cars” article
“We’ve lusted after the 1-series – a small
hatchback with rear-wheel drive… since its
European debut three years ago.”
“The wait will soon be over, and, boy, has it
been worth it – our 1-series will have two
doors, six cylinders, and a whole lot more sex
appeal than the model we’ve enviously eyed
on European roads.”
“After one drive, you’ll know what makes the
1-series a worthy successor to the cars that
made BMW the enthusiast brand it is today….
Spring cannot come soon enough for this
one.”
September 2007
2008 M3 Coupe
From “Preview Test: M is for Magnificent” article
“Perfection has a price, and it’s probably
worth it. Get in line now.”
“The bar just got raised again.”
“Although the 2008 BMW M3, which goes on
sale next spring, is the absolute state of the
art in engine and chassis technology, it
­remains the soulful driving machine that made
its predecessors perennial Car and Driver
10Best favorites.”
“… it does everything well. Fast corners,
slow corners, accelerating, or braking, it’s
just ­sensational. There’s a playful, forgiving ­
nature to the M3 that belies its extreme
­abilities in the same way that a tiger cub can
be cuddly-cute one moment and ferocious
the next.”
August 2007
335i Coupe
From “Lightning Strikes Twice” article
“The 335i does everything remarkably well,
which is why many of us at Car and Driver
think it’s the best all-around car in the world.”
2006 330i Sedan
From “Long Term Test” article
“Car and Driver summed it up for all of us:
‘This is simply the best daily driver on the
market – the ideal blend of sport, luxury,
­practicality, and excitement.’ ”

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Find a way to beat the sun

at its own game?
Text
Victoria List
Man vs. the sun. It’s a battle as
old as time itself. The heat of the sun is great in small doses – but turn
up the volume, and it can make people, places and things downright
ornery. But mankind has ways of fighting back – like putting air con­
ditioning in cars. But even a car must eventually park. And when it
does, all that chilled air slowly dissipates. The refreshingly cool oasis
morphs into a leather-lined oven, waiting to greet the unsuspecting
driver with a blast of hot air as soon as he opens the door.
Convertible owners who leave the top down when running errands
often drape large towels over the seats, to keep the seats cool when
wearing shorts. It’s an effective – but crude – answer to a common
problem. But BMW realized they needed to come up with a ­ better
solution. And they did: Sun-Reflective Technology, a unique concept
you would expect from a company committed to great ideas.
Instead of being a new way to cool off hot seats, Sun-Reflective
Technology keeps seats from becoming hot in the first place by
deflecting the infrared rays of the sun. Without absorbing rays, the
seats don’t heat up as much. In fact, Sun-Reflective Technology is
able to reduce the surface temperature of dark-colored upholstery
by up to 36°F. Occupants remain comfortable, and BMW designers
don’t have to worry about car seats that look like portable beach
chairs.
The Ultimate Driving Machine®
Saved my Life
Dear BMW Magazine,
From the day I pulled out of the Shelly BMW
dealership in Long Beach, California, in the
With BMW’s Sun-Reflective
spring of 1993 driving my new 525i, my
Technology, the sun’s BMW has ­withstood the ocean air of Southern
infrared rays are reflected California, the ice and snowstorms of Phila-
delphia, New York and Connecticut, the
­driving rains of Kansas, the scorching heat of
Arizona, and the Texas humidity. Through all
my relocations, my BMW was serviced only
at BMW dealers or licensed BMW Service
Centers, and was detailed on a regular basis.
After 13 years, my BMW still looked as if it
were just driven off the showroom floor. This
past Christmas I was even going to pass my
prized possession to my son.
However, life can change direction in an
instant. The following was told to me by my
family, upon my awakening from a three-and-
How did scientists counter the wrath of the sun? They discovered a a-half-week, medically induced coma. It’s
chemical that reflected infrared (IR) radiation of wavelengths greater based on an eyewitness’ account of what
than 720 nanometers – the same length IR rays that are absorbed into ­happened in the early hours of ­November 8,
the upholstery, making it hot. By adding this chemical into the color 2006.
pigments used to dye the leather that covers the seats, armrests, After leaving the office at 12:35 a.m.
(staying late to finish budget pro­jections), I left
the company parking lot and pulled out onto
a two-lane road. In a matter of ­seconds, an
A new way to keep your cool oncoming Mazda, driven at excessive speed,
in the hot sun. swerved off onto the shoulder of the road, and
then over-corrected back onto the road into
­ eadrests and gear shifter, these surfaces stay cooler. Even light-
h my lane of traffic, hitting my BMW head-on.
colored leather upholstery with Sun-Reflective Technology stays up Investigation would later show that the 27-
to 27°F cooler than untreated surfaces. year-old male driver, who had a blood alcohol
Interestingly, convertible owners weren’t the first BMW owners to level of .23, was traveling at ­ approximately
­benefit from this discovery; it was first used in black leather BMW 100 miles per hour.
motorcycle wear. After all, it can get very warm under the sun in a black Using the Jaws of Life, it took Fire and
leather suit. But thanks to BMW’s Sun-Reflective Technology, BMW Police personnel ­ approximately 45 minutes
riders can now feel as cool as they look. to extract me from my vehicle. My injuries
Sun-Reflective Technology is included with leather-upholstered were quite severe, resulting in compound
interiors in BMW 3 Series and 6 Series Convertibles for 2008. fractures of my left foot and ankle, and lower
bmwusa.com and upper leg (with both leg areas now hous-
ing metal rods); both knees split open (luckily,
neither were broken); a cracked pelvis (now
affixed with a pin); and multiple compound
fractures of my left arm, the most heavily
damaged area. My airbag deployed on cue,
saving me from any head or torso trauma.
I believe the strength and design of
my BMW shielded me from possible cata­
strophic injuries in these areas. Unfortu­nately,
the driver of the other vehicle perished in
the ­accident.
I write this letter to applaud BMW for the
continued design, construction and durability
of their vehicles. Officers on the crash scene
later told my son that the BMW’s construction
allowed me to survive this horrific accident.
After my next reconstructive surgery in July,
I will relocate to Scottsdale and purchase my
next vehicle. It will definitely be a BMW.
At times words don’t seem to be enough.
But I want to take this opportunity to say,
“Thank you, BMW, for saving my life!”
Nancy Greiner
San Antonio, TX
BMW Assist services praised for
its life-saving teamwork
Editor’s note: This report was submitted by a
BMW Assist Response Center Supervisor.
This was an extreme situation. At the time of
the accident, the vehicle was traveling in a
rural area of Northern California when it left
the road at a high rate of speed. It proceed­ed
down a ravine and finally came to rest upside-
down in a heavily wooded area.
When the call came in, [Response Ser-
vices employee] Devri Merryfield did a truly
outstanding job of relaying information to the
dispatcher, Allen Browning. Devri kept the
driver and passenger calm, continually pro­
viding additional information to PSAP [Public
Safety Answering Point – “9-1-1.” –Editor]
The driver informed us that both he and
the passenger were injured; the pas­senger
was more severely injured, and both were
bleeding. The driver was suspended upside-
down because of the seatbelt; the passenger
was not wearing a seatbelt and was lying
against the windshield and having difficulty
breathing.
Because of the location of the vehicle and
the fact that it was completely hidden by
­foliage and underbrush, Emergency Services
was having a difficult time locating it. Numer-
ous times we relayed to the PSAP that the
driver could hear their sirens. Two rescue
­helicopters were also dispatched to the scene;
once they located the vehicle, they relayed
the location to Emergency Services. It was
determined that Mountain Rescue would also
be brought in due to the precarious location
of the vehicle and its passengers.
Throughout this process, Devri provided
unwavering support to the occupants of the
vehicle. At the driver’s request, we contacted
their families. [Response Services employee]
Victor Cortes handled this, as one of the
spouses, who was Spanish-speaking, began
to panic. Victor was able to calm her and
­assure the families that the Emergency Ser-
vices were on the scene, and their family
members were receiving medical attention.
Once the PSAP located the vehicle it took
30-45 minutes to reach it from the road. We
maintained constant contact, relaying infor-
mation from the vehicle to the Rescue Team.
I cannot say enough to praise the way
our Team responded to this situation. They
work­ed together, coordinated efforts, remained
calm, and provided invaluable support to
the driver and passenger, and critical informa-
tion to the ­Rescue Team. To quote a phrase
I heard earlier today, this was “Legendary
­Customer Service”!
Mike Blair
BMW Response Center Supervisor

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Technology

Driving On
Six Legs Amazing mobility: Inside the capsule, the simulator produces realistic feelings of acceleration, braking and cornering

BMW’s new dynamic driving simulator is a

convenient, efficient and, above all, risk-free
way of testing new driver-assist systems.

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Almost like the real thing: Projections inside the
dome create a lifelike driving experience
simulation tests, we can be sure that new assist systems actually do
the job they are designed for, and that drivers are willing to accept
them,” says engineer Dr. Alexander Huesmann, BMW Project ­Manager
of Driving Simulation. “Assist systems must not try to take over for the
driver or relieve him of responsibility. They are there only to provide
support and help reduce stress – the less obtrusively, the better.”
At this stage, testing the left-turn assistant with real cars on real
roads would have been far too dangerous. In the driving simulator, on
the other hand, the most extreme driving situations can be created
and varied endlessly, and repeated again and again. This is also much
more convenient, efficient and environmentally friendly than testing
with real cars. Tests can be performed at any time of day or night and
in any kind of weather. Above all, there is virtually no risk at all.

BMW has been using driving simulation in the development and test-
ing of driver-assist systems since the early 1990s. During that time,
both hardware and software have been continuously refined and
­improved. Today, half a dozen driving simulators, controlled from 90
different workstations, occupy an entire building at BMW’s Research
and Innovation Center in Munich. They include a new state-of-the-art,
high-tech dynamic driving simulator – one of the most powerful in the
Text Photos
Wolfgang Schneider Jens Küsters
car industry. Here, a real BMW model is mounted on a platform inside
the projection dome, which is about 22 feet in diameter and 15 feet
high. At a rate of 60 images per second, computers generate realistic
traffic scenes onto the dome’s semicircular screen. The simulator’s
database contains some 20 miles of highway, another 20 miles of city
streets, and a variety of country roads, along with crossroads, traffic
signs, curves, houses, pedestrians – not to mention any number of
preceding, following and oncoming vehicles. Sunshine, dense fog and
darkness can also be simulated. The computers control the instru-
ments inside the car and react in real time to all driving maneuvers.
Realistic sound effects, ranging from different engine noises at differ-
ent speeds to tire squeals, are also reproduced.
But the most outstanding feature of this dynamic driving simulator
is its amazing maneuverability. The platform stands on six adjustable,
telescoping legs. This hexapod system allows movement about all
three axes. During a simulated drive, the dome almost appears to be
dancing. Bobbing and weaving with effortless grace, it tilts and rotates
up to 30 degrees, takes a bow, goes down on one knee, wiggles its
The virtual test drive is monitored from the control room hips, jumps up or sways in all directions. Every movement of the
dome is the result of an action by the driver inside the car. The various
movements give the driver a real feeling of acceleration, deceleration
or cornering. Gravity affects the driver’s sense of balance, making the
feeling of the virtual drive highly realistic. “This is important because
we want drivers to behave in the simulator exactly as they would in
everyday life,” explains Huesmann.
The testing of new systems at BMW even includes the use of
eye-tracking technology, with infrared cameras recording where the
driver looks, and for how long. This has shown, for example, that when
a Head-up Display conveys important information, such as speed and
navigation instructions, the frequency with which drivers look away
from the road to instruments on the dashboard is reduced by up to
90 percent.
The first results of the PReVENT project will be presented to the
public this autumn. The left-turn assistant tested by BMW is just one
of a number of new safety systems being tested by PReVENT. It is a
big step towards an ambitious goal: to cut the number of road accidents
in Europe in half by the year 2012.

The 5 Series gradually deceler-
ates as it approaches the crossroads. The driver takes her foot off
the gas pedal. She wants to turn left. About 60 feet before the corner,
the Head-up Display gives the driver a warning by showing a red
­triangle with a car and a left turn arrow in its center. The woman takes
about a second to react, then steps on the brake. The car comes to a
stop just before the middle of the crossroads, its wheels already turned
left. At almost the same moment, an oncoming, fast-moving car shoots
past. It was a near miss.
However, even if there had been a collision, no harm would have
come to the driver or her BMW 5 Series. The dangerous traffic incident
just described took place in BMW’s new dynamic driving simulator.
This test, a part of the PReVENT project, was performed several times
a day, every day, for six weeks, with different test subjects and under
varying conditions. PReVENT is a project co-funded by the European
Union that aims to reduce road accident rates by developing innovative
safety technologies. The BMW simulator was being used to test a
left-turn assistant, which is a step in the direction of a future hazard-
alert system.
These tests focused on the optimal timing and delivery of the
­w arning, along with drivers’ reactions to the system. Do they get
­annoyed if the turn assistant is overly cautious? Are they frustrated if Test drive into the future: The driving simulator
the alert comes too late? Should a warning for oncoming traffic be brings the road into the laboratory
given at every crossroads or only when the driver informs the system
– for example, by using the directional indicator – that she intends to
turn left? The list of questions is long and the success of any future
system depends on whether the right answers have been found.
“By ­taking into account psychological data of this kind from driving

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 Travel: Hainan

Text Photos
Roland Hagenberg Takashi Homma

The
Hawaii of
China
The tropical island of Hainan:
white beaches, palm trees
and smiling people in
colorful shirts. The People’s
Republic of China has a
paradise at its doorstep.

Tianya Haijiao beach on Hainan Island:

Depicted on the two-yuan banknote,
these rocks are known to every Chinese

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Caddy at the West Coast Golf Club.
Facing page: in a Li village, the colorfully
dressed native islanders are Hainan’s
largest ethnic group

Children in a park in Haikou, the capital. The city

in the north of the island is Hainan’s commercial
center, with over a million inhabitants
 Day
02
Newlyweds in the gardens of the Sheraton Hotel
in Haikou: Hainan is a popular place to get married.
Below: wall paintings in a park near Tianya Haijiao.
Nowadays the Chinese head for Modern Chinese characters may have developed

Hainan Island to escape the cold from drawings like these

of the northern provinces

Once upon a time there were

three beautiful sisters who lived on the island of Hainan. The youngest
sought power, and married the most important general in the Middle
Kingdom. The eldest was after money, and caught the eye of the
­c ountry’s wealthiest banker. Only the middle sister was without
personal ambition; she married the founder of the Chinese Republic.
What sounds like a fairy tale is, in fact, the true story of the Soong
sisters: May-ling, who loved power, became Madame ­Chiang Kai-shek
– the wife of Mao Tse Tung’s arch rival; Ai-ling, who loved money, tied
the knot with the country’s finance minister, H. H. Kung; and Ching-ling,
who loved her country, married China’s first president, Sun Yat-sen.
Such stories come as no surprise to those familiar with the ­history
of Hainan Island. The people here are a special breed. For centuries,
their remote tropical island was little more than a nuisance to China’s
rulers. Too far from the seat of power, and inhabited by threatening
and rebellious peoples, the island in the South China Sea between
Guangdong and Vietnam was deemed useful only as a penal colony.
To survive here you had to be as tough as nails, thoroughly unscrupu-
lous, calculating – or a combination of all three. Courtiers who fell from
favor invented names, such as “World’s End” or “Gateway to Hell” for
their place of exile – and clearly attached little importance to the fact
that Hainan was a tropical paradise.

Today, thousands of Chinese, smeared with SPF 30 sunscreen, lie at

the water’s edge in colorful beach chairs. Most are winter refugees
from the cold northern ­provinces, or weekenders from bustling Shang-
hai and Hong Kong. A two-hour flight gives them the chance to show
their children how to feed the monkeys, spend an afternoon white­water
rafting, or snorkeling with the laid-back turtles. Foreigners who live on
the island, such as West Coast Golf Club manager, Australian Ian
­Watkins, see Hainan as “the Oriental Hawaii.” “Nobody bats an eyelid
if you holiday on Honolulu these days. But a surfing paradise in China?
Now, that gets people’s attention,” says Watkins enthusiastically.
His golf club, outside the capital, Haikou, is one of 16 courses on
Hainan Island. There are many hopes riding on it – as is the case with
Café and tea shop near Wenchang: On Hainan
so many projects on this rapidly developing island. Watkins firmly Island the plastic chairs are either blue or pink.
­believes the island has a future as a golfer’s paradise. The club has Facing page: the waterfall near Baihua Shan
already sold most of its studios, villas and weekend apartments. And has a 1,000-foot drop
in Hainan, as in much of mainland China, the price of real estate is
skyrocketing. Mayor Chen Ci plans to build international schools and
hospitals, and to establish direct flights to the island, encouraging
­foreigners to visit, settle and invest there. He is currently in Beijing,
looking to raise billions of yuan to construct a port that would accom-
modate European luxury cruise ships. Clearly the Soong sisters were
not the only islanders to dream of wealth and influence.
China’s smallest province – roughly twice the size of New Jersey
– is crossed by three highways. Broad and well maintained, with
­bilingual signs and no speed limits, they are comparable to any German
autobahn or American highway. Nevertheless, it pays to be alert, since
these coast-to-coast routes often double as long-distance footpaths
for peasants carrying enormous bundles of rice from village to village.
We head south, taking just an hour to reach the city of Wenchang.
From there a boat ferries us across to the Dongjiao coconut plantation.

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A ferry drops us off at the edge of the coconut plantation
It is mid-afternoon, and the sun is fighting its way through the dense
forest of palms.
“Gong Gong! Grandfather!” a young girl calls out before disappear-
ing behind a pyramid of coconuts. We look up to see more of the heavy
fruit, dangling menacingly 30 feet above our heads. A small man
­appears – 62 years old, as wiry as a triathlete, and when bargaining,
as tough as his wet climbing cloth, a climbing aid used by the villagers.
His price is 50 yuan – under seven dollars. Our interpreter feigns a
crestfallen look – all part of the ritual. Haggling on Hainan is as much
a pastime as everywhere else in China.
“Five yuan and no more!” replies our interpreter, turning to wink at
me. “But I’m risking my life for you,” sighs Gong Gong with a painful
expression and crocodile tears. “You want to buy me off with five yuan?”
“OK, make it 10 yuan!” “For that you can climb up and get the nuts
yourself!” Gong Gong tries to look outraged. The bartering ­continues.
After a few minutes we agree on 15 yuan and, with smiles and hand-
shakes all around, the 62-year-old straps the cloth belt around his
ankles and shins up the tree like a frog.
“Stand back!” calls the girl. Grandfather has reached the coconuts.
He twists first one, then a second green nut from the tree. Now comes
the dangerous part – getting back down without dropping them. After
securely wedging them between his chin and chest, he nimbly ­slides
back down to a round of applause.
Grandmother is waiting with a machete. With a couple of well-aimed
blows, she cuts notches in the nuts and hands them to us with straws.
The refreshing, slightly herbal milky liquid prickles the tongue. Locals
say it tastes best at midday. Gong Gong stands up to leave. Once again
our interpreter springs into action. “I thought we agreed on 15!” “Yes,
but no photos!” “OK, OK! Make it 20.” Laughing, we hand Gong Gong
25 yuan, shake hands again, and set off for the ­ferry.
“That’s pretty typical of Hainan,” says David Katemopoulos, ­general
manager of the Sheraton Hotel, when we tell him the story of our trip
to Coconut Island. “Things are still very traditional around here.” ­Having
grown up in Shanghai with a Greek father and Chinese ­ mother,
­K atemopoulos is just the sort of person modern Hainan needs:
­someone with connections to the wider world and a knowledge of how
it works. He attempts to set up a meeting for us with Mayor Chen Ci,
but the mayor is still away on business in Beijing.
We continue our journey on towards Sanya, stopping halfway at
the Kangle Garden Hotel near the Xinglong springs. Hot water seems
to bubble up everywhere in Hainan, and most of the hotels are built
on thermal springs. The Sheraton drilled a well 2,300 feet deep in
order to tap a mineral-rich spring of fresh, 104°F water to pump into
its small, private pools. At the Kangle resort, the entire swimming pool
is a kind of thermal retreat, with masseurs waiting at the edge of the
pool to relieve aching limbs.
Modern China is a country made up of many different ethnic groups;
this diversity is also reflected in the population of Hainan, with its 38
different ethnic groups, including the native Li and Miao. The Li
­originally settled here 3,000 years ago from the mainland province of
Fujian. Numbering one million, they are now the largest ethnic group.
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The next morning we visit a typical Li village to the south of the
­Wuzhishan mountains. Here the houses are made of cow dung, with
straw roofs – and satellite dishes. The women wear brightly patterned,
hand-woven traditional dresses. They greet us by pulling our ears.
A girl called Wei Li proudly tells us how her family fought the
­Japanese with poisoned arrows during the island’s occupation in
the Second World War. For this they were rewarded by Mao. Although
they had rebelled against Chinese rule for centuries, they were ­granted
autonomy. The girl also tells us that after the Cultural Revolution, the
women were no longer obliged to tattoo themselves in order to make
themselves attractive to men. “Of course, my grandmother still has
her tattoos,” says Wei Li, beckoning us into a clump of bushes. She
carefully pulls back the branches to show us some inch-long thorns.
“That’s what they used to scratch the dyes into their skin.” Wei Li then
introduces us to her grandmother, an elderly lady who wears her lifetime
of experience with the same dignity as the decorative blue markings
on her cheeks, arms and legs. Her feet rhythmically pump the treadle
of a spinning wheel, as her 90-year-old sister weaves a pattern that
would catch the eye of any Italian fashion designer.
When a storm threatens, we head back to the coast and await the
rain in a tiny restaurant. We order Lao Ya Tang – duck soup with dates,
BMW 7 Series near Sanya. The bay at
an island speciality. Just as we learned that coconut milk supposedly Dadonghai has all you could ask for:
tastes best at midday, we now discover that ducks should be six white sand, crystal-clear water and
months old before landing on a plate, and at least two years old for the palm trees stretching down to the sea
soup pot. “You want some fish?” asks the man next to us. He, too, is
­sheltering from the rain, with his catch of the day in a basket on the
bench next to him. “60 yuan a kilo!”
“That’s three times as much as a chicken,” cries the waitress, “and
fish don’t need feeding or looking after!” “He must be a wealthy man,”
shouts the cook from the kitchen. “He spends three hours catching
fish and another two catching air!” Everyone bursts out laughing.
At Sanya, the tourist center on the southern tip of the island, the
fisherman would get a good price for his catch. Many restaurants offer
a huge variety of fresh fish and seafood until late into the night. The
waitresses guide guests through the hectic gastronomic bazaar, and
help with the selection of dishes. The haggling over prices is as loud
and theatrical as with Gong Gong on Coconut Island. Back at the table,
the host and his family begin to prepare the feast before our eyes.
After a few glasses of Tsingtao beer, it no longer matters that every
restaurant in view has the same pink plastic chairs.
The energetic Chen Ci was once mayor of Sanya before moving
to the capital, Haikou. Indeed, he made the city what it is today –
the most popular bathing resort for mainland Chinese. And the
1.3 billion citizens of the People’s Republic carry with them a little piece
of ­Sanya every day in their wallets: the two-yuan banknote bears a
picture of the rocky outcrops west of the city on Tianya Haijiao beach.
Like all visitors, we stop to photograph ourselves in front of the rocks.
Our posing causes quite a stir – not because we are foreigners, but
A tourist poses on Dongshan. With its
because, unlike everyone else, we are not wearing the obligatory ­spectacular gorges, waterfalls and caves,
Hainan shirt with the ubiquitous palm-tree motif. It’s just one more of the elevated east part of the island is a
Chen Ci’s ideas. popular tourist attraction
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Tips and Addresses
General
Hainan has the same latitude
as Hawaii. The average tem-
perature in winter is a pleas-
ant 77°F, and from May to
October the heat is tropical.
The larger hotels accept
credit cards, have Internet
facilities, and organize excur-
sions to the island’s interior.
Sanya is a focal point for all
beach activities. Famed for
its cuisine, this is also a great
place to sample the delights
of the more out-of-the-way
restaurants. Staff will sterilize
your tableware in boiling water
to emphasize the importance
of hygiene. Road connections
are good and the wide high-
ways make it easy to get
around quickly.
Hotels
Sheraton Haikou
199 Bin Hai Road
Haikou
+86 898 68708888
www.sheraton.com/haikou
Five-star hotel with sea views.
Also recommended are the
private bungalows in the spa
zone providing aromatherapy
and massage facilities. The
thermal baths are outdoors.
Guests can order drinks at
the swim-up bar.
Kangle Garden Hainan
Xinglong, Wanning
+86 898 6256 8888
www.kangleresort.com/en
One of Asia’s largest hot
spring and golf resorts, it
offers a wide range of evening
Helpful locals, picturesque waterfalls, trained golf
caddies. For the film of the Hainan tour, visit:
bmw.com/bmwmagazine
A ferry takes us and the 7 Series to
Dongjiao Coconut Plantation.
Facing page: Young boys pose outside the
Huizu mosque in Yang Lan
entertainment and specialists
in Chinese medicine. Diners
can select fish from the tanks
and their dinners are made
to order. Golf carts are a
great way of getting around
the grounds.
Eadry Resort
Yuya Avenue, Sanya
+86 898 88608888
www.eadryresort.com
Recently opened, this hotel
is designed on a modern
Chinese theme. The luxury
suites have fantastic views
across Sanya and the river
of the same name; Jacuzzi
tubs; and floor-to-ceiling
windows.
International Asia Pacific
Convention Center
Sanya Bay Resort District, Sanya
+86 898 88332666
www.iapccsanya.com
The name is deceptive. This
beach hotel has the charm of
a colonial villa. It is not the
same in the modern annex.
What not to miss
West Coast Golf Club
219 Binhai Road, Haikou
+86 898 68703180
www.westgolf.com.cn
The course was designed
by Perry and Cynthia Dye,
specialists in golfing land-
scapes, these are two of
the top international golf-
course architects. Caddies
are available for anyone
wishing to play the course.
Tian Yuan Bing Lang Cun
+86 898 8388 2608
Typical ethnic Li village.
An hour or so from Sanya
along Route 224 towards
Tongshi. Watch the older
women weave traditional
patterned cloth. The villagers
still live in cow-dung huts with
straw roofs. The restaurant
at the entrance to the village
serves Li specialties of corn,
sweet potatoes and spicy
bamboo rice.
Coconut Forest
Dongjiao Yelin
From Wenchang City, take
the ferry via Gaolong Bay
to Dongjiao Yelin where you
can watch locals expertly
shin up trees to bring down
the heavy coconuts. Then
stroll through the palm forest
to the white sandy beaches
beyond to drink your fresh
coconut milk.
Monkey Island
The peninsula Nanwan
­Houdao provides a nature
reserve for about 1,000
rhesus monkeys. Members
of the macaque family, the
monkeys are best observed
in the early morning or eve-
ning – during the day they
disappear into the forest.
Look after your camera
when feeding them! The
drive eastwards from Sanya
takes 40 minutes.
Yalong Bay
Hainan’s most popular beach
east of Sanya. A paradise for
snorkelers, with crystal-clear
water up to 20 feet deep.
The six-mile stretch of sand
also offers opportunities for
speedboating and parasailing.
There are no restaurants or
supermarkets here, however
– so bring your own food and
supplies!
Tianya Haijiao
West of Sanya. Pure Chinese
Disney-like theme park,
where ethnic groups dance
in ­traditional dress, miniature
railways weave a route
around landscaped gardens,
and motorboats whisk
visitors across the sea to
paradise islands. The beach
is also where you can see
the ­famous rocks known
to every Chinese from the
picture on the two-yuan
banknote.
Rafting
From Sanya City it’s a
two-hour drive to reach
the top of Five Fingers
­Mountain (Wuzhishan).
It is advisable to book
the day before. ­Rafters
must be at least 16 years
of age and boats will
take up to four people.
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BMW recommends Castrol
The odometer on Willi Meienborn’s BMW Z1
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engine performs to its full potential. It won’t surprise you that BMW only recommends Castrol and that Castrol has changed three times by a BMW. In 1961, he sold his cream white ­Isetta
been appointed as a first fill supplier. With the added benefits of Castrol's Clean Performance TechnologyTM, this oil 300 to fund a new start. With only a couple of suitcases and a collaps-
is proven to sustain power in your BMW engine in between services and helps it perform ible boat to his name, Meienborn emigrated from Germany to rural
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His next BMW, bought in the early 1970s, was also associated with
www.castrol.com/country a significant change. His wife would agree to the new 2002 only if he
promised to give up smoking. He has kept the promise. “In Andersdorp
I quickly became known as the guy who drives BMWs,” Meienborn
recalls.
Meienborn has always maintained his contacts in Germany. An
Photo: Martin Adolfsson
avid reader of car magazines, he also keeps up to date on the latest
trends. This led to his next BMW in 1991. After a test drive in ­Germany,
­Meienborn brought a BMW Z1 back to Sweden. The dealer happened
to have a rare “Magic Violet”-color car on the premises. As it rolled out
of the showroom, his wife enthusiastically murmured, “It’s so ­beautiful!”
I love my BMW
Willi Meienborn
Sweden
1991
BMW Z1
reads 43,400 miles. Every ride in “Zetti”
is a sensory delight for him.
For a while the Meienborns kept the new car out of sight in their garage
for fear of upsetting the neighbors with their bold choice.
“Driving the Zetti” as Meienborn calls his Z1, “is an absolute delight
for the senses – everything is wide open and you’re directly in touch
with the sounds and smells of the surroundings.” The Z1, in Meien-
born’s opinion, is clearly not meant for the highway. It’s a car for ­country
roads, of which there are many in Sweden. Soon, Meienborn expects
to show a few of them to fellow German “Z” enthusiasts. For 2008,
he has planned a Z1 tour from Ystad – the home of fictional police
­inspector Kurt Wallander – to Stockholm, and from there on to the
west coast. Meienborn uses his Z1 only for pleasure trips; the odom-
eter of the 16-year-old car reads “43,400 miles of pure pleasure,” as
the ­engineer likes to say.
Occasionally, Meienborn visits his former home in Germany with
the Z1. When he returns to Sweden, he always leaves room in the trunk
for one special souvenir of Germany: a case of beer.
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