TOTAL BMW

Combining the very best from the BMW scene, Total BMW magazine aims to cover all elements of this Munich marque. From brand new models, modern classics and legendary icons, plus the very best modified examples. Regular features include buying and technical advice, market insight, motorsport news and much more plus BMW related news and developments - Total BMW appeals to all enthusiasts of the Ultimate Driving Machine.

TOTAL BMW

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BREAD AND BETTER • The Z3 M Coupé ‘breadvan’ may have raised plenty of eyebrows when it was first launched, but those unconventional looks have aged well. It's since become a sought-after car, and this example has been treated to a few choice mods that have given it even more appeal.

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Bob Harper • Bob mourns the death of the motor show.

FIRST DRIVE G70 i7 M70 xDrive • BMW's electric luxury saloon may not have needed more power, but that didn't stop the M division from having its wicked way with the i7.

DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER • With its current owner for 18 years, this Diamond black beauty of an E30 has been fully restored and refurbished, tastefully upgraded, and with a 2.4-litre S14 making 310 naturally aspirated horsepower under its bonnet, it really doesn't get much better than this absolutely epic M3.

THUNDER AND LIGHTENING • The E46 M3 CSL is the pinnacle of the fourth-gen 3 Series range, but iconic as it is, there are some areas where it fell short, and the owner of this M3 set out to build himself the ultimate E46 that would surpass even BMW's own effort.

£20,000 Saloons • In the latest of our new feature series, we evaluate three different saloons you could buy on a £20,000 budget.

SLIDE SHOW • Built for serious sideways action, this hardcore E36 drift machine is packing some hefty turbocharged V8 power under its bonnet, and it's given this 3 Series a distinctly Asian flavour…

ONE-OFA-KIND • You can keep your rare Ferraris and Lamborghinis because if you really fancy a true one-off machine, you need an original owner with imagination and a little bit of help from BMW Individual.

CARBON FOOTPRINT • Many a modded enthusiast would argue that there's no such thing as too much carbon, and for anyone addicted to the mesmerising black weave, this F80 M3 will give you the fix you need.

HIDDEN GEM • Subtle on the outside but with a hidden sporty streak underneath, the E21 320iS is an extremely rare addition to the 3 Series roster, and this Canadian example is as clean as they come.

Market Watch • BMW's first turbocharged M3 is fast and furious, but values are falling – so bargain hard on the price.

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