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

Editor's welcome

ACE OF HARTGE • How could an E28 M5 with a factoryoption body kit possibly be made more desirable? As you can see here, the answer lies within some period tuning magic.

BMW News • G60 5 Series in detail

Concept Touring Coupé revealed

Products

Bob Harper • Bob wonders what the future holds for the BMW Zed car.

G09 XM • We've had controversial and opinion-dividing BMWs before, but nothing quite like the XM. Is the big new hybrid SUV worthy of the coveted M badge?

ONE-UP MANSHIP • With its compact size and sorted chassis, the first-gen 1 Series is a great little driver's car, and such a capable machine is crying out for just a little more power…

GENTLEMAN JIM FROM DOWN UNDER • We sit down for a chat (and a cup of coffee) with legendary racing driver Jim Richards and look back at his illustrious career behind the wheel of various BMWs.

ORANGE RUSH • While this M2 Comp might look lightly modded, under the surface it's been transformed into a full-on track machine, and it's as close to a circuit sleeper as an M car can get.

SLOW AND STEADY • The E30 M3 is an awesome machine, but some examples are just a little more awesome than others, as this sublime build shows.

TWICE AS NICE • Witha slick diesel daily anda full-on E46 M3 Clubsport build, both in matching Imola red, the owner of this dazzling duo has put together pretty much the perfect BMW-based two-car garage.

UNSUNG HERO • The E36 M3 might not have had the most rapturous of welcomes from the motoring press, but it really was one of the modern greats and is now on the way to deserved classic status.

FUTURE PROOFING • As new cars go electric and regulations tighten on combustion engines, the next 10 years will be a turning point for the car as we know it – but what does that change mean for the modified scene

EVENTS BHP Performance Show • The 15th annual BHP Performance Show did not disappoint and brought out a huge range of stunning cars.

Market Watch E36 M3 • Something of a Cinderella M3, good examples of the E36 are now much in demand. But make sure you buy a cherished example.

Ade's E34 525i Touring

Mani's E38 735i

Ian's G26 i4 M50

Mark's G20 M340i

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