This, as most of us know, is BMW’s tag line. Back in 1988, BMW really started to show us what they were capable of. The first M5 was released and set the bar for a proper sport sedan. A sedan for everyday tasks, yet capable enough to be taken to the track. It was quite…
The B48 is one of BMW’s newer modular engines, that are fitted in a host of entry-level models in their lineup including the 230i, 330i, 430i, and 530i. You will find this 4-cylinder turbo to be responsive and fuel-efficient. However, once you get used to the power, the B48 may feel a bit flat and could…
A little backstory on myself and my experience with BMW. I worked for two BMW showrooms in California for a little over 6 years, 2012-2018. During this time, there were always little rumors of a larger X model being in the works over in Germany. The myth would tend to bubble up, sometimes even present…
The BMW N53 engine was produced from 2006-2013. Being the final naturally aspirated inline-6 that BMW will likely ever produce, it is the last of a tradition from BMW that dates back to 1968. As a result of BMW’s constant improvements to their straight-6 formula, the N53 is a fantastic and well-rounded engine, completely with many of…
The BMW S65 engine is a racing-derived engine built specifically for high performance, with few accommodations for improved reliability. Along with the high-performance goal for the S65, the V8 also has engine technology that reflects that. Unfortunately, those aspects of the engine are what are most likely to fail in some instances. For example, the…
If you’re even remotely familiar with BMW, you know that the BMW M-Division is responsible for creating the most hardcore and race-focused cars the brand has to offer. They’ve been at it for a while too, representing BMW’s racing presence since 1972. However, another BMW subsidiary and partner has been breathing fire into factory BMW…
When the BMW N63 engine was first released in 2008, it was one of the most advanced V8 engines in the world. In addition to the N63’s entirely aluminum construction and implementation of a direct injection fuel system, it was the first engine in the world to use a “hot-vee” engine layout. This engine has…
Whether you’re new to BMW or a long-time enthusiast, engine reliability and problems are always a topic of conversation. BMW is held in high regard to their straight six engines, with the M54 being an iconic engine. The M54 engine is a naturally aspirated inline-6 that was primarily featured in the 2000-2006 E46 3-series, in…
