Unbeatable BMW

Auteurs

• Jeremy Walton

Paramètres

• Art / Culture
• Illustrations

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Unbeatable BMW offers a comprehensive history of BMW's competition from 1917 to 1997. The first edition became a cult classic among enthusiasts, focusing on 1959-79, but this expanded hardcover edition is richly illustrated in full color. Jeremy Walton narrates the story of BMW's engineering prowess, daring drivers, and iconic team leaders alongside the cars that secured victories. Legendary models such as the prewar BMW 328 sports cars and the 1990s McLaren/BMW V12s are highlighted. The book includes firsthand accounts of BMW's achievements in aviation and motorcycling, detailing the preparation and excitement surrounding winners like the BMW 700 coupes, 1800 "Tisa," and 2002s. Walton explores the 1970s "Batmobile" 3.0 CSL lightweight racing coupes and the success of the 3-series across various race categories, as well as the unexpected triumphs of the 5- and 6-series against competitors like Jaguar. The establishment of BMW's Motorsport division and the evolution of M-Powered cars, starting with the M1, are also covered, including the first world title for a turbocharged car in 1983. With 582 pages filled with meticulous details, including photo captions and appendices on competition cars, drivers, and specifications, this book provides an in-depth look at BMW's motorsports history, making it a must-read for any ardent fan.

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• Année de publication: 1998