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Contents 3| 2007 Cover Story 16 M3! 46 Portal to the World of BMW 64 The BMW Championship 82 Driving On Six Legs A Day in the Life of… The new M3 delivers traditional M-style The new BMW Welt facility in Munich Experienced “drivers” compete for first BMW’s new dynamic driving simulator Gerhard Hofstetter, engine-sound perfection in performance and pleasure provides a fascinating visit to the realm place and a shot at the FedExCup at tests driver-assistance systems designer at BMW M GmbH Plus: Interview with M3 Designer of The Ultimate Driving Machine® the Cog Hill Golf and Country Club Karl Elmitt 86 The Hawaii of China 52 BMW Assist Plus: Looking back fondly on the M3’s 0 First look: the BMW 1 Series 68 Village of Golf White sandy beaches and palm trees: Genies of the road 20 years of racing history 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: Features 1 Series Coupe and Convertible receive a college education All Right in the Night Regulars 32 First-class delivery 54 My Favorite Drive 74 Ice Car Art 79 Press The Bavarian delivery of the Neiman From Aspen to Los Angeles in a At the San Francisco Museum of Modern 3 Letter from the Chairman Marcus special-edition M6 Convertibles 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 38 Windows to the future 9 Captain Kirk’s Earth vehicle BMW and NASA; Design Team of own game? BMW invites you to listen in on the TED Actor William Shatner picks up his new 76 Presents with Presence the Year; Figures; BMW R 1200 GS; (Technology, Entertainment, Design) X5 at the BMW Performance Center and Wrap up the BMW experience Roadster Homecoming; Short Cuts; 81 Letters Conference 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 40 Electrifying 62 Shifting Assets 78 To: BMW Owner, With Love Spartanburg’s 50 percent growth; VIPs Willi Meienborn, Sweden, and his The BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid Vintage BMWs are commanding more Made specifically for BMWs and their drive the BMW Hydrogen 7; Financial 1991 BMW Z1 is a high-performance trailblazer than just respect on the road, as prices drivers, Original BMW Accessories Services donates an X3; Virtual car

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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 red dot award The BMW Group design department, headed ful design, and this year’s awards went to the test period for the BMW Hydrogen 7 – BMW Group voted by Christopher E. Bangle (above left, at right), BMW 3 Series Coupe, the new MINI, and the the world’s first hydrogen-powered luxury was named the Design Team of the Year – the BMW motorcycle models F 800 S, G 650 Design Team of the Year sedan. highest accolade given by the famous “red Xcountry, and HP2 Megamoto. “We are very proud to have had the oppor- dot” design awards jury. The award was in An additional three awards went to BMW tunity to work with NASA, an organization that honor of the team’s continuous creative design subsidiary DesignworksUSA for its BMW is at the cutting edge of discovery and inno- work that highlights the premium character of Cruise Bike Junior for children, a recycling vation. NASA and BMW have a common the vehicles, upholds the heritage of the station for beverage holders, and a coffee research interest: the use of liquid hydrogen,” brands, and expresses the innovative strength percolator. A total of 2,548 products from said Karl-Heinz Ziwica, Vice President of of the company. The red dot ranks among the 43 different countries were nominated for Engineering at BMW of North America. “The world’s leading symbols of quality for success- the design awards. red-dot.de high energy content of liquid hydrogen is the reason why NASA uses it to send the space shuttle into space. BMW applied the same reasoning to the Hydrogen 7. Hydrogen fuel It’s hard to imagine a timespan as brief as 120 microseconds. A microsecond is a thousandth of a millisecond. Batting an eyelid is also capable of reducing CO2 emissions by 90 percent. The BMW Hydrogen 7 dem- takes a tenth of a second – theoretically, the equivalent of 833 fuel onstrates that hydrogen-powered vehicles injections. To put it another way, a sound wave traveling at the rate are a viable option for the future of sustain- 0.00012 of 1,132 feet per second would cover just 1.6 inches during one fuel able mobility.” seconds is the time it takes to supply fuel to injection. Up to three injections are possible per a single ignition During the test period, NASA personnel a BMW engine with High Precision Injection process. The system allows fuel to burn in a particularly clean, had access to a fleet of BMW Hydrogen 7s. complete and efficient way. bmw.com/efficientdynamics 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 BMW R 1200 GS period, the liquid hydrogen fuel was supplied Most successful BMW by the space agency’s own storage facility in motorcycle of all times Cape Canaveral, Florida. BMW has built a total of 100 Hydrogen 7s, of which 25 are used in U.S. test programs. Recently, the 100,000th R 1200 GS (including the Adventure) left the The fleet has already covered more than conveyor belt in Berlin – the most successful BMW motorcycle of all 1.3 million miles in test programs around the time. The editors of Motorcyclist Magazine also think highly of it – for globe. bmwusa.com 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 exceptional 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- less of whether the road is paved or not.” bmwmotorcycles.com

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Roadster Homecoming For the eleventh year, hundreds of Z3 and Driving Machine.®” Suppliers offered after- Visiting their birthplace Z4 owners came to spend a weekend in market products. And BMW associates were Spartanburg County, South Carolina, the home every bit as enthusiastic about the Roadsters in Spartanburg, SC of BMW Manufacturing Co. These sports car as were the actual participants in the Home- enthusiasts from all over the U.S. brought coming party. their two-seaters back to where they origi- At a silent auction, Roadster fans raised nated. Some 600 owners came with family $15,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. and friends from as far away as Alaska for a In the always popular Panoramic Photo, car fun-filled weekend. Events included dinners owners began lining up at 6:00 a.m. in hopes in a festive environment, a driving skills course, of getting a front-row spot. and a clinic on doing minor touchups and Roadster Homecoming proved again that improvements. home is where the heart is. The only debat- Run by volunteering plant associates, the able question? Whether the four-day event clinic helped owners keep even the oldest – or traveling to it in the Roadster – was more models up to the standard of “The Ultimate 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 BMW NA is building two new In a leading independent quality The name Mobile Tradition says it CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: ALTIPLANO DOUBLE JEU, PIAGET POLO CHRONO, PROTOCOLE XXL hit the States until spring 2008, regional distribution centers, which survey, BMW’s Regensburg plant all: more than 200,000 fans world- but in early October a small group will expand its distribution network took first place over all other auto- wide in about 600 brand clubs help of M enthusiasts from the U.S. put in the eastern and central United motive plants in Europe for 2007. to keep BMW history alive. What’s the all-new M3 through its paces on States. These new facilities will be www.bmw-werk-regensburg.de more, the overwhelming majority of the Nürburgring. They spent hours located in Lower Nazareth, PA and classic BMWs – some 200,000 cars taking hot laps, practicing double- Minooka, IL. BMW’s other regional and 70,000 motorcycles – are still lane changes, and learning the finer distribution centers in the U.S. are actively driven on the road. This points of race driving. The group located in Senatobia, MS, Jack creates a high demand for replace- HOTEL WALDORF-ASTORIA also attended workshops at the sonville, FL, and Stockton and ment parts. To meet this demand, 301 PARK AVENUE BMW M Testcenter and enjoyed Ontario, CA. The new centers will Mobile Tradition keeps 24,000 212-751-9824 being taxied around the track at top serve 275 BMW and MINI dealer- items in stock – and if they do not speed. Now comes the slow part: have a part, they will make it to 509 MADISON AVENUE ships in the Northeast and Midwest. AT 53RD STREET waiting for the M3’s U.S. debut. order. 212-888-0505 NEW YORK, NY 10022 TOLL-FREE: 800-CELLINI www.CelliniJewelers.com BMWMagazine

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Races of the summer BMWs have been blazing around the world’s makes it two in a row for Canadian drivers – Wellendorff Victories around racetracks. As of press time, the BMW Sauber Robert Wicken won the title last year. Another F1 team is destined to clinch second place in notable performance was turned in by Este- THE FINEST GERMAN JEWELLERY SINCE 1893 the world in 2007 the Formula 1 Constructors’ Championship. ban Gutierrez of Mexico, who took the 200 Drivers Nick Heidfeld and Robert Kubica have Rookie Championship with four wins and a chalked up 15 top-fi ve fi nishes so far, with season record of nine pole positions. Heidfeld stepping up to the podium twice. BMW also had a good year in North Amer- BMW is also up for a third consecutive ican Street Stock Endurance Racing. In the World Touring Car Championship. In the 320si, Grand-Am KONI Challenge series, Automatic BMW Motorsport drivers won seven races Racing drivers Jep Thornton and Jeff Segal and 24 podium visits. With two rounds left, won the Grand Sport class Drivers’ Champion- BMW leads the Manufacturers’ Champion- ship in a BMW M3, and BMW captured the ship, with BMW Team UK driver Andy Priaulx Manufacturers’ Championship, beating out tied for the Drivers’ Championship. Porsche. In the KONI Challenge Street Tuner Canadian driver Daniel Morad won the class, Adam Burrows and Trevor Hopwood Formula BMW USA Championship, setting a won the Drivers’ Championship in their Turner record of six wins in one season. Morad’s win Motorsport 330i. bmwmotorsport.com

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

IAA Frankfurt Effi cientDynamics 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 Effi cientDynamics initia- Rings Silken Radiance, Silken Sheen, Black Silk, Silken Blossom, Diamondkiss, Blueberry, in 18 ct. gold with diamonds tive – will be included in all new models. Dr. Reithofer also introduced New York: Cellini, Madison Ave. 212-888.0505 . Greenwich: Betteridge 203-869.0124 . Boston: Royal, 978-475-3330 . Naples: Yamron 239-592.7707 the fi rst BMW hybrid car, the Concept X ActiveHybrid (see article on Puerto Rico: Reinhold 787-754.0528 . St. Maarten: Artistic 059-954.23456 . Newport Beach: Traditional 949-721.9010 page 40). The ActiveHybrid achieves up to 20 percent greater fuel Pittsburgh: Hardy & Hayes 412-281.4344 . Las Vegas: Ca’d’oro 702-696.0080 . Seattle: Alvin Goldfarb 206.264.9393 . Maui: Huttons 808.669-5755 effi ciency than a comparable vehicle with a standard combustion engine. Canton: Gasser’s 330-452.3204 . Salt Lake City: O.C. Tanner 801-532.3222 . Park City: O.C. Tanner 435.940.9470 Hilton Head: Geiss & Sons 843-842.2198 . Carmel: Hesselbein’s 831-625.2522 . Greensboro: Schiffman’s 336-294.4885 Another highlight of the show was Crash-activated Headrests, a passive Dallas: Bachendorf’s 972-392.9900 . Burlingame: Kerns 650-348.7557 . Beaver Creek: Betteridge 970-845-9198 . Vancouver, Canada: Montecristo safety improvement developed for rear-seat passengers. 604-899-8866 . Calgary, Canada: J. Vair Anderson 403-266.1669 . Palo Alto: Shreve & Co. 650-327.2211 . San Francisco: Shreve & Co. 415-421.2600 Wellendorff, Tel. (+49) 7231-28.40.10 – www.wellendorff.com 10 BMWMagazine News

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 growing demand for motorcycles; BMW responded by building the first 500cc Boxer. And in 1931, BMW began car production. Today the BMW brand is known worldwide 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 CO ratings than those of other car is the cleanest? 2 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 data collected from 1990-2005. It showed evski. “It also shows that our gas and diesel that BMW has improved fuel economy in key engines outperform comparable existing models by 14 percent and reduced carbon hybrid vehicles.” carsguide.com Just landed: LIMITED QUANTITIES NOW AVAILABLE.

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 YOU ARE HERE when you first discover on U.S. roads, as participants in the BMW just how satisfying it can be to Hydrogen 7 Pioneer Program, designed to create wide support for the use of hydrogen find yourself way, way above par. 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 educate, inform and ultimately influence how an actual production model, not merely a con- friendly at the same time.” society thinks about alternative energy and cept car. Although not currently for sale, the The world-famous singer and conductor, the health of our planet.” Hydrogen 7 represents a great step forward Plácido Domingo, puts it this way: “It is an With this program, BMW is also empha- in promoting hydrogen as the future sustain- honor to take part in this BMW initiative to sizing the fact that the BMW Hydrogen 7 is able fuel for individual transportation.

Crime fighter 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 BMW FS donates a customized 2007 BMW X3. BMW Financial area searches, narcotics detection, evidence customized X3 to police 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 destination, 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 learntoﬂ y.com/236.

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Cessna Pilot Center “Above Par” ad for BMW MAGAZINE gs-YAH_golf_BMW Mag.indd 1 Bleed: 8-3/4" x 11-1/4" • Trim: 8-1/2" x 11" 4/26/07 3:06:50 PM File: PDFX1a with 1 digital proof 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.

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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 18 BMWMagazine 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

20 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 21 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

22 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 23 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, Not satisfi ed with simply granting the M3 well as its center of gravity. Likewise, the front the idea of a commercially available sport- more raw muscle, M engineers also devel- end and both bumpers use lightweight con- performance vehicle seemed a ludicrous oped advanced management systems for struction. Multiple weight-reducing air intakes proposition. Only the highest-profi le stars of more consistent performance across its serve a second purpose: effi cient engine track or screen could enjoy (or afford) the powerband. The engine control unit evaluates cooling and aspiration. The net gain from all high-revving thrill of pushing a precision- more than 50 input signals, providing the M3 of this weight-conscious engineering is better tuned powerhouse automobile through dare- with ideal fuel-injection timing, fl ow condi- acceleration and sportier driving dynamics. devil maneuvers on a regular basis. tions, and ignition timing for each cylinder. Of course, the real thrills are to be had The fi rst BMW M3 changed all that. Intro- Ion fl ow technology monitors the engine for behind the wheel. Drivers will rejoice at the duced in 1986, the M3 gave the buying public misfi res or knocking, with a brilliant spark-plug M3’s interactive M Drive controls, available as a winning formula for street-legal, high- sensor system that detects and corrects com- an extension of the optional iDrive Navigation performance fun. Over the years, the M3 has bustion, as needed. The M3 V-8’s brains are system. M Drive allows you to customize sev- become the de facto must-drive car for speed equally impressive as its brute strength. eral of the M3’s performance parameters, hounds, gear heads and BMW loyalists. And On the road, BMW M’s mind-bendingly including Electronic Damping Control (EDC), now, the fourth-generation BMW M3, due to innovative engine technology yields true Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), and engine arrive in the U.S. in the spring of 2008, is driving pleasure. The 2008 M3 redlines at an response programs. At every glance, the M3’s poised to reignite your Motorsport passion. incredible 8400 rpm, enough wind-up to send cockpit reminds you of its competitive streak: The M3’s most important new piece of you soaring through all six gears. Another M3 a smaller, thick-grip steering wheel; body- equipment lurks under its powerdomed hood: fi rst, the transmission’s dual-plate clutch de- hugging, fully adjustable M front sport seats; a staggering 414-hp V-8 masterpiece. A sign offers smoother, race-inspired shifting. M badging; and illuminated dual dials, com- sport-tuned step forward for M engineers, the And while slinging around the track may not plete with glowing red tachometer needles. new V-8 doesn’t so much replace the previ- be on your agenda, a newly designed fi nal Comfort and convenience options ous M3’s six-cylinder as redefi ne a guiding drive with BMW Variable M Differential Lock, abound, from plush leather upholstery and tripartite principle: more power, higher revs, together with a lightweight, precision-tuned elegant trim choices to an outstanding op- greater control. Milled in BMW’s light-alloy aluminum suspension, offers superbly sporty tional Premium sound system, and much foundry, the new M3’s engine block shares rear-wheel-drive action on any road. more. But really, from the moment you hit the its DNA with BMW’s Formula 1 racecars. In fact, “lightweight” is the rule for many Start button, you’ll be transfi xed by the M3’s Eight individual throttle butterfl ies are fully of the all-new M3’s components. Aside from ultimate driving prowess – its awe-inspiring electronically regulated for optimal throttle its future-cool looks, the carbon-fi ber roof handling, effortless acceleration and daring response and engine sensitivity, as well as a lowers the M3’s weight by 11 pounds (com- vibe. Strap in, grab the wheel, and prepare for gratifying amount of racetrack-inspired revs. pared to standard metal roof construction), as takeoff in this Motorsport marvel: the M3.

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

Karl Elmitt Maxi Marine Chronometer Anniversary 160 - 269-65 was born in 1959 near Lincoln, East Anglia, north of London. His father was in the Royal Air Force, so the family moved around a lot. He attended schools Self-winding. Chronometer certiﬁed. in England and Germany, and holds a degree in Engineering and Design from De Montfort University, England. After finishing his M.A. in Automotive Design Platinum case. Genuine enamel dial. s t u d i o f u n k 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, g r a p h i c 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. Photo: Peter Neusser

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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

The first generation M3 swept There were a few more fiery years in the late ’80s in IMSA’s (Interna- Text through the racing circuits of Europe like wildfire. Winning the World tional Motor Sports Assosciation) top prototype category with the Bill Cobb Racing Touring Car Championship in 1987, eight European Championships, BMW GTP. The very expensive program netted only one win, but and an additional 60 national titles, by 1992 the E30 M3 became the added incalculable experience to BMW of North America. Back to most successful touring car of all time. production cars, BMW of North America sponsored a pair of E34 While the car was officially sold here, North American enthusiasts M5s to an IMSA Supercar championship. When the second-generation through read about the M3’s racing triumphs with fervor, but reading was one M3 debuted in 1995, the company was ready for a major effort in thing – they wanted to see it in competition for themselves. Beginning production car racing. with the introduction of the second-generation E36 M3, they got time with exactly what they wanted – in spades. M3s dominate the GT class Victorious from the start 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 BMW of North America began its first racing program only days after much like they had come directly from the showroom. They were, the M3 its incorporation in March 1975. With BAVARIAN MOTOR WORKS however, surprisingly fast, as longtime BMW driver Dieter Quester took lettered across the top of the windshield, the overall win by a BMW the GTS-2 class pole. This was the beginning of a long and successful Motorsport-prepared 3.0CSL at the 12 Hours of Sebring set the win- run for the second-generation M3. ning tone for the twists and turns of the next 30 years. When the M3s appeared at Daytona the next year it was obvious After the CSLs, the ’70s decade ended with the 320 Turbo program that things were getting very serious. The M3s almost leapt from that introduced BMW’s move to a more refined, up-market model. the PTG transporter. They were lower, wider and meaner. A second Known affectionately as the “Flying Brick,” the flame-throwing coupes consecutive pole resulted in a podium finish (third), and the team From 1995 through 2006, BMW of delighted sports car racing fans with their signature exhaust fire. The knew they were finally on the right track. Later that season, in May, North America’s M3 racing program program also added reams of data to BMW’s turbocharging technology a 27-year-old Bill Auberlen joined the effort at Lime Rock Park. Auber boasted 53 wins in 118 races entered, – information that would help a BMW-powered Brabham win the 1983 len would go on to win more races in an M3 than anyone in North and 14 championship trophies. Formula 1 World Championship. America, and to personify “The Ultimate Driving Machine.®” If the

28 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 29 Major M3 Manufacturers’ Championships BMW M3 1987 Statistics E46 platform 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 Celebrating a win, Bill Auberlen, Total racecar production 5 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 team introduced its new, lighter “sprint” M3, and the new car led a awesome, and racing rule changes made the car ineligible to return Grand-Am GS (Privateers) 1-2-3 BMW sweep. Three more wins garnered BMW the 1996 IMSA with the V-8 engine. 2007 GTS-2 Manufacturers’ title. After a hiatus in 2002 and a diversion to the SCCA’s World Chal- Grand-Am KONI Challenge GS The next two years, 1997 and 1998, were arguably the most lenge Series in 2003, BMW Team PTG entered the Rolex Sports Car (Privateers) rewarding. After serving notice the previous season, the BMW Team Series in 2004 and 2005. With new six-cylinder-powered E46 M3s, PTG M3’s declared ownership of sports car racing’s GT class. Wins BMW Team PTG won 10 of 12 races to take the 2004 Manufacturers’, at the 24 Hours of Daytona and the 12 Hours of Sebring, plus six more Drivers’ and Team Championships. The next year saw seven more victories, gave BMW its second Manufacturers’ Championship, the wins with the team missing another Manufacturers’ title by only seven Drivers’ crown to Auberlen, and the Team title to PTG. As it did on the points. Bill Auberlen at rest after a day street, the four-door M3 sedan was an equal part of the team, adding Returning to the ALMS for its final season in 2006, the M3s worked of testing M3s on the racetrack. Bill has win after win. hard against competition with larger engines. In an unfamiliar role as been instrumental in winning over 15 The success continued in 1998 with victories again at both Day- underdog, the BMW Team PTG M3s reached the podium three times, North American Championships in M3s tona and Sebring. Racing in two series simultaneously (USRRC and showing that even as a six-year-old design, the M3 could still compete from 1996 to 2006. SPORTS CAR), the BMW Team PTG M3s won seven more times, with more modern, powerful machinery. Although winless in 2006, the sweeping the Manufacturers’, Drivers’ and Team Championships. M3 retired as an overall winner. New competition arrived in 1999, limiting the E36 M3’s success to wins and the ALMS Team Championship. A glorious record 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 When the checkered flag fell on the last race of the 2006 season, BMW until the tenth round, at Laguna Seca Raceway, that BMW Team PTG of North America wrote the final page of the most successful chapter reached the top step of the podium. It was the new M3’s only victory to-date of its 31-year motorsport story. From 1995 through 2006, BMW in a development season. of North America’s M3 racing program drove to 53 wins in 118 races BMW was back on top in 2001 as two BMW Team PTG M3s entered, adding 14 Championship trophies to corporate display cases combined with two BMW Motorsport M3s to dominate the ALMS GT – and a shine on the roundel like never before. E30 M3 inline four-cylinder engine

30 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 31 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

BMWMagazine 33 This page: The new M6 owners were given the red-carpet treatment at the FIZ, BMW’s Research and Development Center BMW’s Research and Development Center. Opposite page: New owners get acquainted with their M6 Convertibles

The Christmas Book BMW Headquarters in Munich, but to visit – Neiman Marcus’ legendary annual holiday with the designers and engineers at the catalog – is famous for featuring the most Inner Sanctum: BMW M. exclusive gifts money can buy. Last year, The lucky M6 owners arrived on a perfect Santa and Neiman Marcus teamed up with May day to find downtown Munich alive with BMW to offer something unprecedented, music and festivities. After a warm welcome even for The Christmas Book: a limited- from BMW at a party on the roof garden of edition Neiman Marcus Individual BMW Hotel Bayerischer Hof, which overlooks the M6 Convertible. So extraordinary was this gift city skyline, the excited Americans mingled that, from the time the phone lines opened at and introduced themselves. noon, all 50 M6 Convertibles were reserved Nisha Guram recalled, “I was a little appre- within 92 seconds. hensive walking into this crowd of people I What could cause such a surge of desire? didn’t know, but within minutes, we were all This special-edition BMW Individual M6 talking.” David Woker noted, “Everybody’s Convertible delivers luxury, exclusivity – and eyes lit up when we started talking about our heart-pounding performance. With its 500- various experiences getting through on the horsepower, V-10 engine and 7-speed SMG Neiman Marcus phone line. It was a common drivelogic transmission, it accelerates from thread among us. That was the ice breaker.” 0–60 mph in 4.1 seconds. A product of The travelers soon discovered that they BMW Individual, the M6 offers unique paint had more in common than just the M6, and

The M6 Convertible accelerates from 0–60 in 4.1 secs. and upholstery colors and a full complement found themselves enjoying the remainder of of luxuries that make it as indulgent as it is the evening out on the town. powerful. The following day, they were treated to Just as intriguing, each M6 Convertible an exclusive tour of BMW’s massive 568- included another unique feature: a once-in- acre Dingolfing facility in southern Bavaria, a-lifetime opportunity for each new owner where 22,000 workers produce 270,000 and their guest not only to take delivery at BMWs every year. The flexibility of the plant’s

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M6 owners enjoyed hors d’oeuvres as they walked through time at BMW’s Mobile Tradition museum

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 high-tech robotics astonished the visitors, as cars and slowly pulled out of the FIZ for their The motorists were received at Neu they witnessed the same production line very first drive, a brief maiden voyage. schwanstein by Prince Leopold, a fellow churn out different models. Upon their return, the guests enjoyed BMW enthusiast, who hosted a gourmet Recalling his wife’s reaction, Jack Gulati cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at the Mobile luncheon overlooking the castle as he shared Castle Neuschwanstein said, “While Mr. Ford may have invented the Tradition museum before embarking on a tour anecdotes from his life. automobile production line with its one model, of BMW’s extensive collection of Art Cars, As Buzz Busbee noted, “BMW treated us BMW revolutionized it.” racecars and even the cars featured in the like royalty. In fact, they even managed to get The tour was followed by an elegant Bond movies. After watching a short film by royalty to give us a tour!” dinner. Toasted by their BMW hosts with flutes of Veuve Clicquot, the guests recipro- cated, with heartfelt thanks. The new owners were treated like royalty – by royalty. The next day, after a delightful lunch at the picturesque Seehaus beer garden, the SPEED Channel, the guests were entertained Later that magical evening, the guests strolled group boarded a chartered bus for a quick ride by racecar driver Hans Stuck, who sported a to Lenbach, a stunning restaurant with a white to the FIZ, BMW’s massive Research and black eye from an accident at the Nürburgring and blue entrance lit from below. Sitting at a Development Center in Munich, to finally racetrack only days before. long mahogany table in a private area, they see their cars. As the bus approached the On the final day of their Bavarian adven- shared numerous toasts and enjoyed the entrance, the group’s anticipation built to a ture, the cars were lined up in front of Hotel spectacle of the waitstaff twirling handfuls of crescendo as their vehicles, laid out beauti- Bayerischer Hof. Passersby stopped in awe long-stemmed sparklers. fully on a red carpet, came into view. on their way to work; taxis and passing cars At midnight, the owners gathered for Recounting the experience, Paul Buca slowed to take in this stunning sight. drinks in the grand lobby of the Hotel Bayer- valas said, “The most eye-opening part of The guests got into their cars and began ischer Hof, unwilling to part just yet. Many the trip was pulling into the FIZ for the first their first major drive on the Autobahn. “Driving couples pledged to reunite in Spartanburg, time and seeing those identical black M6 the M6 on the Autobahn was phenomenal. SC for the M6 Driving Experience, an advanced Convertibles laid out on the red carpet. We 500 horsepower is a lot of horses!” said driving program included with the M6. just stood there with our mouths open. It really Vincent Cestone. Their destination: Castle At the close of the tour, Ellen from Arizona felt like Christmas.” Under a cloudless Bavar- Neuschwanstein, nicknamed “the castle of leaned over to a new friend to say, “I think we ian sky, the excited customers entered their the fairytales.” didn’t pay enough for these cars!”

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Electrifying 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.

40 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 41 Text Photo There was a special treat in store for pleasure. The current generation of conventional cars already dem- and recover energy during braking. Thus, the BMW Concept X6 Jürgen Ahrens Kai-Uwe Gundlach visitors to this year’s International Motor Show in Frankfurt. BMW onstrates that higher output can be compatible with lower fuel ActiveHybrid always has the best of both worlds. The vehicle can gloss postproduction showed its Concept X6 ActiveHybrid – an innovation that brings hybrid consumption. This is no illusion. With ActiveHybrid, BMW takes the be driven at low speeds exclusively by the electric motors; it can be

technology to the new Sports Activity Coupe. When it comes to driving next step on the road to reduce CO2 emissions. powered by the combustion engine alone; or it can use a combination dynamics, the X6 ActiveHybrid sets new standards, compared to “Hybrid,” of course, refers to a combination of different things. of both. Whichever mode is chosen, this high-powered vehicle oper- conventional hybrid technology. In this BMW concept vehicle, high In reference to a car, it denotes the use of two different power systems, ates with maximum efficiency in any driving situation. efficiency seamlessly accompanies high driving pleasure. usually a combustion engine and an electric motor. BMW’s interpreta- This is just where other hybrid systems fall short of the mark. True, tion of a hybrid goes farther, however, to include the vehicle’s intelligent they provide economical driving, but only at lower speeds. Even at high The Concept X6’s designation “ActiveHybrid” says it all. This technol- management of energy. By applying a kind of modular principle, BMW speeds, much of the power must be routed electrically, rather than Two-mode active transmission: ogy is a critical aspect of BMW’s EfficientDynamics strategy, which integrates the specific hybrid components that are best suited to mechanically. And the additional batteries and electrical components An exciting, new hybrid concept aims to lower fuel consumption and emissions without reducing driving each model in order to optimize fuel efficiency and heighten driving required for this add substantial weight, which negatively affects the pleasure. responsiveness and handling. The technology, design and handling of the BMW Concept X6 The BMW Concept X6 ActiveHybrid, on the other hand, minimizes ActiveHybrid combine to create a harmonious whole. The hybrid this effect. The BMW’s hybrid function improves performance and drive acts in concert not just with a body designed for sporty driving, efficiency at both high and low speeds. The driver senses excellent but also with xDrive, BMW’s intelligent all-wheel-drive system. Through- feedback, responsiveness and dynamics, easily matching or exceed- Power-splitting, two-mode out, the form reflects the characteristic BMW X design. A muscular ing that of normal drive systems. The only surprise is the fuel consump- active transmission with high- appearance and the dynamic wedge form are reminiscent of a coupe. tion and emission figures, which are up to 20 percent better than those performance electric motors The Concept X6 ActiveHybrid is immediately recognizable by the of a comparable vehicle with conventional drive. High-performance battery with modified front apron and the powerdome on the hood. It also proudly With this hybrid concept vehicle, BMW sets a new milestone in its integrated control electronics displays illuminated “BMW ActiveHybrid” lettering, which makes for EfficientDynamics strategy. This model is not destined to gather and cooling module an impressive calling card, particularly after dark. At the rear, the BMW dust as just a concept car, but will be further developed for series Concept X6 ActiveHybrid has a clever touch: a movable underbody production. The look of the series-production version of the BMW guard that covers the tailpipes when the vehicle is in electric – i.e., Concept X6 ActiveHybrid will be as sporty as its performance, skimp- combustion-free – mode. In short, every aspect of this vehicle’s stylish ing only on fuel – not on driving pleasure. “The BMW of hybrid vehicles,” appearance promises an exceptional driving experience. And needless as its developers aptly describe it, is about to do what electrical power to say, the Concept X6 ActiveHybrid fulfills that promise brilliantly. has always done: advance mankind. Traditional hybrid technology alone could not have achieved this Power and control promise. To reach this goal, BMW, General Motors and Daimler- electronics for intelligent Chrysler joined forces in a project called “Global Hybrid Cooperation,” hybrid management 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 High-voltage cable low speeds; the other for higher speeds. This maximizes power and 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 Illustration: Modus X transmission. The electric motors provide power during acceleration, The future of hybrid technology

42 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 43 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)

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

Text: Wolfgang Schneider; Photos: Marek Vogel Hofstetter puts it, “The engine sound should have to be heard, even at a standstill”

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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- wish to explore the pleasures of luxurious BMW vehicle interiors in the ing in 2008), and “The Delivery” itself. Senses exhibit. A sleek lounge nearby offers refreshments from a buffet offering When the big moment arrives, customers descend a long staircase sweet treats and European coffees; Internet workstations that appear toward two large, transparent structures that emanate violet light. at the touch of a button; and relaxation on sumptuous leather-uphol- These are the vehicle elevators that will bring forth up to 170 new stered couches – plus an enclosed playroom for young children. BMWs a day. With barely concealed excitement, Ostendorf leads the way into “Look,” says Ostendorf. Our eyes follow his gaze, and there is “our” the Product Info Center – a hushed room with soft lighting and rows new BMW. A spotlight illuminates the sculptural lines of the vehicle, of bare, white Corian® counters, called “Info Tables.” It’s an astonishing and slowly the car begins to rotate on a turntable. It’s a breathtaking moment when a customer’s name and a picture of her brand-new moment. vehicle suddenly materialize on the empty surface. Even the color and A Delivery Specialist provides a 45-minute orientation; a picture is wheels are correct. When Ostendorf lightly touches the counter, a taken of me and “my” BMW; and then I press the Start button. The topic menu appears. Customers may spend 20 minutes here, explor- vehicle rolls off the turntable and onto the “road.” There’s a parade lap ing design, safety or whatever interests them – and trying to figure out around the entire floor, before the road dips in one final sweeping curve how this amazing Info Table works. toward the exit. This stage of the journey also includes the Info Module, BMW Is this the end of the journey… or just the beginning? One of the Welt’s version of a driving simulator. There are several of these private highlights of the BMW European Delivery Program is the opportunity booths lining the room, each with its own widescreen monitor, space- for new owners to explore Europe in their own brand-new BMW. age steering wheel, pedals and iDrive Controller. Customers can By publication time, all the hard hats will have been hung up, experience Night Vision, learn how optional Active Steering works, souvenirs of one of the most daring achievements in BMW history. compare Dynamic Stability Control to Dynamic Traction Control, and Construction of BMW Welt will be complete, and the doors will open, even drive a fast lap on the track. To wind down afterward, they may ready to welcome you into the world of BMW.

The interplay of light and lines in the architectural masterpiece reflects BMW’s renowned design principles

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Adv_BMW_Mag_BL5_MC1_USA.indd 1 31.7.2007 8:46:45 Uhr Drivers, pace yourselves: The all-new 2008 BMW 1 Series Coupe arrives next spring Text models – offers up big BMW muscle with two inline six-cylinder engine Eli Musser 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 When BMW first introduced the includes standard manual, optional STEPTRONIC automatic, and when 2002 to the U.S. in 1968, it was a revelation: a small yet powerful vehicle equipped with the optional Sport Package and automatic transmission, that offered sporty performance, seating for four and a usable trunk. steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The world’s first sports sedan, it intrigued then inspired many American While clearly a delight to drive, the 1 Series is also designed to Preview – The BMW 1 Series drivers, and eventually led to the 3 Series, 5 Series, and even BMW’s please the senses. The curved design of the cabin is made even more flagship, the full-scale 7 Series luxury/performance sedan. The 7 offers inviting when upholstered in optional, plush Boston Leather; instru- tremendous power, comfort and innovation – but it is clearly a major mentation and control knobs are accented with lush pearl gloss trim. departure from the original spirit of the 2002. The Convertible’s lined softtop and heated rear glass window keep But now, BMW comes full circle with its newest, most compact the cabin quiet and comfortable. In addition to the standard sound model: the 1 Series. A pure distillation of everything that is BMW, the system, audiophiles can satisfy their listening desires with an optional 1 Series connects you joyfully with the road. Its graceful, streamlined Premium Sound system, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, HD Radio,™ and iPod® body, long hood and strong shoulder line hark back to the spirited style and USB adaptor. With formidable power, agile handling and inspired that first made BMWs popular. Gleaming light alloy wheels add luster interior pleasures, the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible are bound to and reduce unsprung weight; a lightweight suspension delivers sporty become instant BMW classics. road feel and responsive handling. Though smaller in stature than Welcome to Year One of the 1. the 3 Series, the 1 Series – available in both Coupe and Convertible bmwusa.com

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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52 BMWMagazine My Favorite Drive

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 Photos Ben Kwitek Misha Gravenor

I manage a little startup called of the X5, we have a nice breakfast at the famed Little Nell restaurant. Roundabout Signs LLC. We import authentic road signs from Although most people associate Aspen with skiing in the winter, it is Germany, such as “Autobahn” and even “Tank Crossing.” People buy also captivating in the summer. While much of the nation sweats with these signs to hang in their garages and offices. Our most popular is temperatures in the 90s and 100s, Aspen tops out at 80 degrees on the “No Speed Limit” sign – one of the most welcome signs for a most days. In fact, the morning air is so crisp and fresh, many skiers driving enthusiast. now spend their summers in Aspen, too. 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 The morning air in Aspen 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 is crisp and fresh. 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 We head southwest. Within a few hours, the mountainous landscape between Colorado and California is some of the most beautiful in changes to extensive agricultural fields. However, the tall mountains the world. remain in the distance. If you turn down the X5’s great sound system, Using nothing more than the X5’s Navigation system and satellite you can almost hear them calling you. radio, I map out a three-day trip from Colorado to Beverly Hills, via The two-lane roads start to twist and get interesting as we the Lizard Head Pass, Sedona, Grand Canyon Park, Las Vegas and approach the town of Ouray, nicknamed “the Switzerland of America.” Mojave Desert. The trip starts at the Sky Hotel in Aspen. After loading A former gold-mining town, its population of around 800 swells more than 800 pounds of aluminum signs and other gear in the back 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

54 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 55 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.

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 The social scene continues 24/7 in our long drive. Like a watering hole, it is a place to relax and socialize. and around the swimming pool at The next morning we leave Las Vegas early. The drive between the Four Seasons Hotel in Las Vegas 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

Map: Merian Kartographie extended weekend trip?

56 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 57 New owners Passion for Wine 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 Liebherr understands the beauty and diversity of wine, so we have created the perfect environment to store your collection – the WU 4000. Take advantage 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 Text Photos products, adjustable LED lighting is Maria Schneider Fred Rollison cool to the touch and will not overheat the wine bottles plus it provides a subtle ambiance. Activated charcoal Actor William Shatner plays the two 7 Series Sedans. There, Donnie Isley, one of the driving instructors, filters ensure a high air quality free of role of attorney Denny Crane in the popular television drama Boston guided the actor and his companions through the tricks of the track. dust, dirt and smells allowing wine to Legal, which has won him an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award. But After a few minutes of instruction, they were weaving X5’s past cones, around the globe, he’s also affectionately known as Captain James T. hitting the brakes, and gunning the engines like pros. As Scotty in Star mature to perfection. This stylish Kirk in the wildly popular Star Trek TV and movie franchise. In that role, Trek would have said, Captain Kirk was “giving it all she got!” wine storage cabinet is available as an he is Commander of the spaceship USS Enterprise. But for his own, After lunch at the Performance Center, Shatner was back on the undercounter or freestanding unit, private Earth-exploring vehicle, Shatner recently chose something track, this time on the off-road course. There he climbed slopes so and is yet another innovative product entirely different. steep, all he saw was the blue sky above. At one point he had the X5 Last summer, flying with a friend across the United States, they plowing through nearly two feet of water and balancing on two wheels. from Liebherr that complements your talked about the many advantages of fast cars, such as freedom of Later, giving the X5 a rest, he took an M5 through its paces. Then the passion for wine. movement. His friend raved so enthusiastically about his own, new Shatners were introduced to their new BMW X5 4.8i in a dramatic, X5 that, as soon as they landed in Huntsville, Alabama, Shatner went somewhat glamorous Hollywood-style presentation. “Wow, is this straight from the airport to the nearest BMW SAV center. There, after mine?” Shatner asked with a great, admiring smile. test-driving an X5 4.8i SAV, he placed an order for one on the spot. Back home in Los Angeles, the Shatners proudly take to the road With his well-developed sense of aesthetics, Shatner chose a at every opportunity in their X5. Despite his persona as Captain Kirk, model in Mineral Green Metallic with a Sand Beige Nevada Leather Shatner is actually more comfortable in an ordinary Earth-bound vehicle interior and Dark Bamboo Wood interior trim. As an intergalactic than a spacecraft. Entrepreneur Richard Branson has offered him a explorer, he naturally wanted all the latest technology: Head-up Display, free ride on the first launch of the VSS Enterprise, scheduled for 2008, SIRIUS Satellite radio, Rear-seat entertainment, and the iPod® and but Shatner is somewhat hesitant. “I do want to go up – but I need USB adaptor. Shatner’s final comment to the salesman was that guarantees that I’ll definitely come back,” he says jokingly. he wanted to pick up the vehicle himself at the BMW Performance You, too, can receive the “star” treatment when you take delivery Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina. of your new BMW at the BMW Performance Center. For more informa- Landing in Spartanburg in a private plane, Shatner, his wife and tion, ask your local BMW dealer or visit bmwusa.com/bmwexperience/ two companions were brought to the BMW Performance Center in PerformanceCenter/delivery.htm www.liebherr-appliances.com A Delight in Freshness BMWMagazine 59 This vintage ad introduced the BMW 2002tii to America in 1972: When road maintenance requires drivers 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 stay patient. In most cases, the narrowing is only 2m 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 markings 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 reﬂ ectors 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 parking lights to avoid dazzling the animals, which causes them to freeze. If your braking distance is too short, if there is oncoming trafﬁ c, 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. Text: Michael Seitz; Illustrator: Sascha Bierl

60 BMWMagazine 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 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 modiﬁ ed the 3.0 CS Coupe into a lightweight racing version, complete with oversized rear wing. The 3.0 CSL won ﬁ ve European Touring Car Championships from 1973 to 1979.

BMW 328 BMW 327/8 BMW 507 BMW 2002tii BMW M3

1936-1940 1937-1940 1956-1959 1972-1974 1987-1991

2004 Value in $ 200,000 2004 Value in $ 75,000 2004 Value in $ 225,000 2004 Value in $ 15,000 2004 Value in $ 12,000 2007 Value in $ 450,000 2007 Value in $ 175,000 2007 Value in $ 500,000 2007 Value in $ 45,000 2007 Value in $ 24,000

A bellwether of BMW performance and handling, the The 327 Coupe and Cabriolet were bold steps With its 16-valve V-8 engine, the BMW 507 Roadster The predecessor to the BMW 3 Series, the 2002tii The fi rst-generation M3 hit the streets in 1986, 328 Roadster was the toast of the racing community. forward in automotive design, with sultry curves, long solidifi ed BMW’s sporting reputation. Although the proved a successful high-performance equation: a thrilling sport performance enthusiasts and collectors The 328 excelled in competition, most notably in the hoods and distinctive two-tone paint schemes. 507 appealed to many, its most famous endorsement powerful, 2.0-liter engine in a stylish, compact body. alike with its sleek looks and 195-hp, 2.3-liter engine. Mille Miglia (“Thousand Mile”) endurance race in Italy, Equipped with a triple-carburetor engine, the stun- came from “royalty”: Elvis Presley purchased his in Popular with tinkerers, 2002tii models are most A “modern vintage” vehicle still in production, the where it fi nished as overall winner in 1940. ning 327 could also leave the competition in the dust. 1959 while stationed with the U.S. Army in Germany. valuable with their original BMW components intact. newest M3 goes on sale in the U.S. in spring 2008.

Text “ Values based on estimates of various known Eli Musser private sales of these models over the stated time BMW M1 period and are no guarantee of current values.” 1979-1981

2004 Value in $ 70,000 2007 Value in $ 135,000 For the true driving assets, yielding terrifi c returns comparable to BMW models can still drop jaws and silence debut in the supercar arena. Its limited In order to retain its value, a vehicle requires enthusiast, buying a BMW is universally the healthiest of portfolios. In fact, many of doubters. Take, for instance, the BMW 507, production and staggering performance were BMW’s exotic M1 supercar was a collaborative effort regular care and maintenance. On every new between BMW and Italian automaker Lamborghini. recognized as a smart purchase. BMW has a BMW’s most popular collectibles have seen built for only three years during the latter never intended to address the needs of a A 3.5-liter, six-cylinder powerplant featured individual model, BMW Ultimate Service™ includes long history of building precision-engineered a recent two- or three-fold jump in their values half of the 1950s. The aggressively styled larger market. However, the M1 successfully throttle butterfl ies and four valves per cylinder, which BMW Maintenance for four years or 50,000 automobiles that reward their owners with at auction, due in large part to ever-widening 507 proved groundbreaking in its design, launched BMW’s M engineering division, contributed to the M1’s racecar-like performance. miles. Additionally, the vehicle’s condition asphalt-conquering power, sporty handling with a muscular 16-valve V-8 engine, paral- ushering in a new generation of highly coveted depends on your willingness to avoid the wear and sophisticated looks, year after year. But lel double-wishbone front suspension, and high-performance BMW models. This distinc- and tear of daily driving. That means keeping there’s another facet to the value of a BMW a hand-formed aluminum body. As an tion alone has earned the M1 a place in BMW the miles low, regular washing, and protection – one that’s more practical, and has the Collectible BMW models ideal example of mid-20th century BMW history, and therefore a prime spot in the from the elements during storage – all with potential to pay off in a fi nancially impressive are anything but antiquated. engi neering, the 507 offered an early blue- vintage collectible market. Of course, its And the future holds even more promise. the goal of ensuring the longest life and great- way. It’s no surprise, then, that among the print for the innovative approach that BMW From the soon-to-be-unveiled 1 Series Coupe est value for your collectible BMW vehicle. vehicles they choose to make their own, exposure. In the age of blogs, craigslist and would soon use with all its vehicles. And since and Convertible to the glorious new 2008 M3, Best of all, there isn’t a shortage of collectors are rapidly gaining a whole new eBay,® vintage car collecting, once essen- only 252 production models were built, many of the models that BMW currently re sources out there for collectors, from respect for vintage BMW models as solid tially a word-of-mouth cottage industry, has demand has driven prices up wildly; recent There’s no shortage of produces are destined to become desirable. parts vendors to online forums to car shows. investments. transformed into a full-bore dream-car market, pristine examples have fetched as much as resources for collectors. Savvy collectors can hedge their bets by When it comes to the vintage BMW com- Collecting vintage BMW models involves with gurus, pundits and highest bidders in $500,000. purchasing potential “future classic” models munity, it’s never been easier to buy, sell, or more than just adding an array of Ultimate every corner of the world. Even newer BMW models are already reputation as a thrilling, über-engineered at reasonable prices. That roadster, coupe, or just talk shop while researching your next Driving Machines® to your own personal fl eet. Vintage they may be, but these collectible coming into their own as vintage collectibles. BMW – as well as being BMW’s fi rst and only convertible available at your local BMW center purchase. Bottom line, the vintage BMW Under the right conditions, highly collectible BMW models are anything but antiquated. The BMW M1, built from only 1979 to 1981, mid-engine vehicle – only adds to the M1’s might, in a few more decades, bring you much collector may look forward to a most reward-

BMW models can also be considerable The technology powering many of these represented the German motor company’s Photo: Uli Joss/mpi value. more than just driving pleasure. ing experience.

62 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 63 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 Woods, the world’s preeminent golfer, holding The BMW Championship provided the sizeable silver cup above his head as he a viewer-friendly tournament, capped by flashed a smile as bright as his future. an exciting final round. 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 tournament 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

64 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 65 “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 enjoyable 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.”

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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.

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

70 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 71 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 something very different at the time, some- Chick Evans was the first player to win doesn’t simply finance course fees and give thing really, really big.” the U.S. Open and the U.S. Amateur in one money for books, but also makes sure that Caddies learn to become communicators. year. He was never a pro; his mother advised its scholars have dorm rooms. However, Imagine accompanying adults when you’re him to continue working as a dairy manager. they have to work for their meals by taking 12, 13, 14 years old – being with them for four However, if money came in, she believed jobs – for example, in the dining halls. The or five hours, giving them advice, and talking he should use it to send caddies to college. Foundation has been a success, establish to them in order to ensure that everything Evans followed the advice of his mother to ing residence halls on the campuses of 14 runs smoothly. They then give you a good found the Evans Scholars Foundation in 1930. universities. tip. You gain something for life if you’ve worked Two years later, the WGA gave him a helping The scholars learn about life when they’re as a caddie, not to mention the extra income. hand in his quest by taking over administration on the golf course, and sometimes even get Today, caddies earn $40 for a round, and of the Evans Foundation. career advice. “I’ve often caddied for a married often as much money again in tips. “Good Evans had been forced to break off his couple,” explains Stumpf. “They’re both money,” say all the caddies and former studies because he could no longer afford accountants. They’ve talked a lot about their caddies, the alumni of the Foundation. The to pay for college. He had to work – and then work. I’ve listened and noticed that this is alumni are generally still active on behalf of he started to play golf. This was the reason something I would also like to do. These two the Evans Scholars Foundation. They donate that later in life he became involved in helping people started coaching me.” “It’s network- money, promote the Foundation, and take children from disadvantaged families. Today, ing,” say Foundation officials. The caddies four years at a private college costs around also talk about it being a big family. “You $100,000. immediately belong. There’s always someone In order to finance the large number of there for you,” says Stumpf. Right from Day Evans Scholars, the Foundation has an annu One, he had 40 friends and a mentor. The decision to work al budget of $10 million. The tournaments Today, at the Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, as a caddie has shaped bring money, but previous Evans Scholars located south of Chicago, Stumpf is carrying are the main contributors. Last year alone, Patrick Kielty’s golf bag. The 54-year-old the rest of his life. former caddies donated $3 million to the engineer also earned an Evans Scholarship program. as a caddie. “When I was 14 and started positions within the Foundation for the good Don Johnson didn’t have a scholarship. caddying, my mother passed away from of the cause. Well, says Kielty, he has four “My family was too well off. That’s a social cancer inside a year, followed by my father. I children; his daughter is also working as a issue. I worked as a trash collector during have a brother who is three years younger caddie – and, he says with pride, “She also the summer vacation,” recalls the lawyer. “We than myself. The Caddie Master at the Beverly has an Evans Scholarship.” That means she’s knocked off at two o’clock in the afternoon, Country Club looked after us,” explains Kielty. probably very good at school. Statistics tell then I went straight to the golf course.” He “Golf was our savior.” us that 91 percent of Evans Scholars go on gets out his treasure: a big color photograph The Caddie Master employs caddies and to earn a college degree. And the average with Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer and Jack assigns them to the golfers. He gives them grades of Evans Scholars are extremely Nicklaus. “It has to be the only photo that’s instruction, and he’s there to give them sup- good. been signed by the three of them together. port. But he’s also dependent on the Evans We meet Evans Scholars Foundation Soon we’re going to auction the picture for Scholars. If other caddies go home because President Don Johnson in the small Village of the benefit of the Foundation.” Like John there are no golfers, the Caddie Master can Golf, Illinois – a settlement with 300 houses Kaczkowski, Tournament Director, and Jim be sure that the Evans Scholars will stay. They and the neo-classical building of the WGA. Moore, Training Director, Johnson empha- have to be on hand, which is his salvation if He grumbles about golf carts. “These carts sizes, “Playing with a caddie is the right way golfers come along later. “This man ensured are big money-earners for the clubs. That’s to play golf. This was how the game was that my brother and I both received an Evans why they’re everywhere.” But, he maintains, meant to be.” Kaczkowski praises the com- Scholarship,” says Patrick Kielty. “I don’t know “Golf is a game you can only play right with mitment of the Evans Scholars and their where we would be today if it hadn’t been for caddies.” strong work ethic. “It’s not at all easy to be a the Evans Scholars Foundation.” He remi- The WGA and the Evans Foundation are caddie. Nobody has ever given the kids any- nisces what it was like to caddy at the time. essentially one and the same thing. The WGA thing for nothing.” “I caddied twice at the big WGA [Western Golf holds three big tournaments every year: the Matthew Stumpf, the caddie, doesn’t Association] tournaments. Today, the pros Western Junior, the Western Amateur and regard the golf course as work. As he puts bring their own people along with them. That the BMW Championship (formerly known as the seventh iron in the bag, he says to Patrick wasn’t the case then. We registered and drew the Western Open). The aim of all three Kielty, “That was a really good strike.” “Young a number out of a hat. I got number three, tournaments, including the BMW Champion- man, if you say so,” responds Kielty, and which meant I was third in line to select the ship, is to channel funds into the coffers of adds that he once caddied for Chick Evans. pro whose golf bag I wanted to carry. I decided the Evans Scholars Foundation. But BMW “Really?” says Stumpf, astounded. “Tell me on Frank Beard.” The caddie selected a pro? isn’t simply providing sponsorship money; it about it.” “Yes, times were different then. Nobody today also provides much sought-after internships evansscholarsfoundation.com can imagine the sense of excitement. It was for Evans Scholars. bmw-golfsport.com

BMWMagazine 73 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 U.S. engagement of a new work by con curator of the SFMOMA. “His work chal parameters of time and space to change. temporary artist Olafur Eliasson, created in lenges our present-day conception of cars, Obviously, car driving alters the way in which Ice conjunction with BMW’s Art Car program. and directs us to a different future. It’s an we perceive time and space. What I find so 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 Car whose theme is the relationship between most likely remain with us for some time. that it enhances our sense of responsibility in global warming and the automobile industry. There’s probably no more appropriate place how we, as individuals, navigate in a world This Art Car – the 16th of the series – is for this exhibit than the SFMOMA, precisely defined by plurality and polyphony.” Art actually a hydrogen-fueled H2R racecar. To because people in our area here are as pas This latest addition to BMW’s Art Car In September, the San Francisco create it, Eliasson removed the body and re sionate about their cars as they are about collection also continues BMW’s racing tra placed it with a combination of steel mesh and environmental policy.” dition. The H2R research car has already set Museum of Modern Art opened reflecting steel panels. The car was then speed records in the category of hydrogen- sprayed with 530 gallons of water over the As do all his creations, Eliasson’s metal- and fueled combustion engines. The strenuous Take your time: Olafur Eliasson. course of several days in order to create layers ice-coated car evokes various associations. trials on the high-speed racetrack in Miramas, The show contains Your mobile of ice. To preserve the icy coating, an 800- To begin with, there is the artist’s longtime France have unequivocally demonstrated that square-foot refrigerated display case was interest in natural phenomena and the awe hydrogen fuel can be substituted for conven expectations: BMW H2R project, installed in the museum. Only a few visitors they are capable of evoking. “Our mobility tional fuels without any loss in the dynamics at a time are allowed into the display to prevent implies friction – not merely air friction, but of modern driving. 2007 – BMW’s 16th Art Car. overheating. also social, physical and political friction,” The BMW Art Car exhibit continues

“Eliasson’s transformation of the H2R car Eliasson explains. “Therefore, motion affects through January 13, 2008. is intended to be provocative, a warning of our self-awareness and approach to the world. sfmoma.org

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

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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.

82 BMWMagazine BMWMagazine 83 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.” Almost like the real thing: Projections inside the At this stage, testing the left-turn assistant with real cars on real dome create a lifelike driving experience 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 testing 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 dome is the result of an action by the driver inside the car. The various high. At a rate of 60 images per second, computers generate realistic movements give the driver a real feeling of acceleration, deceleration traffic scenes onto the dome’s semicircular screen. The simulator’s or cornering. Gravity affects the driver’s sense of balance, making the database contains some 20 miles of highway, another 20 miles of city feeling of the virtual drive highly realistic. “This is important because streets, and a variety of country roads, along with crossroads, traffic we want drivers to behave in the simulator exactly as they would in signs, curves, houses, pedestrians – not to mention any number of everyday life,” explains Huesmann. preceding, following and oncoming vehicles. Sunshine, dense fog and The testing of new systems at BMW even includes the use of darkness can also be simulated. The computers control the instru- eye-tracking technology, with infrared cameras recording where the ments inside the car and react in real time to all driving maneuvers. driver looks, and for how long. This has shown, for example, that when Realistic sound effects, ranging from different engine noises at differ- a Head-up Display conveys important information, such as speed and ent speeds to tire squeals, are also reproduced. navigation instructions, the frequency with which drivers look away But the most outstanding feature of this dynamic driving simulator from the road to instruments on the dashboard is reduced by up to is its amazing maneuverability. The platform stands on six adjustable, 90 percent. telescoping legs. This hexapod system allows movement about all The first results of the PReVENT project will be presented to the three axes. During a simulated drive, the dome almost appears to be public this autumn. The left-turn assistant tested by BMW is just one dancing. Bobbing and weaving with effortless grace, it tilts and rotates of a number of new safety systems being tested by PReVENT. It is a up to 30 degrees, takes a bow, goes down on one knee, wiggles its big step towards an ambitious goal: to cut the number of road accidents The virtual test drive is monitored from the control room hips, jumps up or sways in all directions. Every movement of the in Europe in half by the year 2012.

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

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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

86 BMWMagazine 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 Newlyweds in the gardens of the Sheraton Hotel 02 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 country’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.

BMWMagazine 91 Day 10 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 The next morning we visit a typical Li village to the south of the forest of palms. Wuzhishan mountains. Here the houses are made of cow dung, with “Gong Gong! Grandfather!” a young girl calls out before disappear- straw roofs – and satellite dishes. The women wear brightly patterned, ing behind a pyramid of coconuts. We look up to see more of the heavy hand-woven traditional dresses. They greet us by pulling our ears. fruit, dangling menacingly 30 feet above our heads. A small man A girl called Wei Li proudly tells us how her family fought the appears – 62 years old, as wiry as a triathlete, and when bargaining, Japanese with poisoned arrows during the island’s occupation in as tough as his wet climbing cloth, a climbing aid used by the villagers. the Second World War. For this they were rewarded by Mao. Although His price is 50 yuan – under seven dollars. Our interpreter feigns a they had rebelled against Chinese rule for centuries, they were granted crestfallen look – all part of the ritual. Haggling on Hainan is as much autonomy. The girl also tells us that after the Cultural Revolution, the a pastime as everywhere else in China. women were no longer obliged to tattoo themselves in order to make “Five yuan and no more!” replies our interpreter, turning to wink at themselves attractive to men. “Of course, my grandmother still has me. “But I’m risking my life for you,” sighs Gong Gong with a painful her tattoos,” says Wei Li, beckoning us into a clump of bushes. She expression and crocodile tears. “You want to buy me off with five yuan?” carefully pulls back the branches to show us some inch-long thorns. “OK, make it 10 yuan!” “For that you can climb up and get the nuts “That’s what they used to scratch the dyes into their skin.” Wei Li then yourself!” Gong Gong tries to look outraged. The bartering continues. introduces us to her grandmother, an elderly lady who wears her lifetime After a few minutes we agree on 15 yuan and, with smiles and hand- of experience with the same dignity as the decorative blue markings shakes all around, the 62-year-old straps the cloth belt around his on her cheeks, arms and legs. Her feet rhythmically pump the treadle ankles and shins up the tree like a frog. of a spinning wheel, as her 90-year-old sister weaves a pattern that “Stand back!” calls the girl. Grandfather has reached the coconuts. would catch the eye of any Italian fashion designer. He twists first one, then a second green nut from the tree. Now comes When a storm threatens, we head back to the coast and await the the dangerous part – getting back down without dropping them. After rain in a tiny restaurant. We order Lao Ya Tang – duck soup with dates, BMW 7 Series near Sanya. The bay at securely wedging them between his chin and chest, he nimbly slides an island speciality. Just as we learned that coconut milk supposedly Dadonghai has all you could ask for: back down to a round of applause. tastes best at midday, we now discover that ducks should be six white sand, crystal-clear water and Grandmother is waiting with a machete. With a couple of well-aimed months old before landing on a plate, and at least two years old for the palm trees stretching down to the sea blows, she cuts notches in the nuts and hands them to us with straws. soup pot. “You want some fish?” asks the man next to us. He, too, is The refreshing, slightly herbal milky liquid prickles the tongue. Locals sheltering from the rain, with his catch of the day in a basket on the say it tastes best at midday. Gong Gong stands up to leave. Once again bench next to him. “60 yuan a kilo!” our interpreter springs into action. “I thought we agreed on 15!” “Yes, “That’s three times as much as a chicken,” cries the waitress, “and but no photos!” “OK, OK! Make it 20.” Laughing, we hand Gong Gong fish don’t need feeding or looking after!” “He must be a wealthy man,” 25 yuan, shake hands again, and set off for the ferry. shouts the cook from the kitchen. “He spends three hours catching “That’s pretty typical of Hainan,” says David Katemopoulos, general fish and another two catching air!” Everyone bursts out laughing. manager of the Sheraton Hotel, when we tell him the story of our trip At Sanya, the tourist center on the southern tip of the island, the to Coconut Island. “Things are still very traditional around here.” Having fisherman would get a good price for his catch. Many restaurants offer grown up in Shanghai with a Greek father and Chinese mother, a huge variety of fresh fish and seafood until late into the night. The Katemopoulos is just the sort of person modern Hainan needs: waitresses guide guests through the hectic gastronomic bazaar, and someone with connections to the wider world and a knowledge of how help with the selection of dishes. The haggling over prices is as loud it works. He attempts to set up a meeting for us with Mayor Chen Ci, and theatrical as with Gong Gong on Coconut Island. Back at the table, but the mayor is still away on business in Beijing. the host and his family begin to prepare the feast before our eyes. We continue our journey on towards Sanya, stopping halfway at After a few glasses of Tsingtao beer, it no longer matters that every the Kangle Garden Hotel near the Xinglong springs. Hot water seems restaurant in view has the same pink plastic chairs. to bubble up everywhere in Hainan, and most of the hotels are built The energetic Chen Ci was once mayor of Sanya before moving on thermal springs. The Sheraton drilled a well 2,300 feet deep in to the capital, Haikou. Indeed, he made the city what it is today – order to tap a mineral-rich spring of fresh, 104°F water to pump into the most popular bathing resort for mainland Chinese. And the its small, private pools. At the Kangle resort, the entire swimming pool 1.3 billion citizens of the People’s Republic carry with them a little piece is a kind of thermal retreat, with masseurs waiting at the edge of the of Sanya every day in their wallets: the two-yuan banknote bears a pool to relieve aching limbs. picture of the rocky outcrops west of the city on Tianya Haijiao beach. Modern China is a country made up of many different ethnic groups; Like all visitors, we stop to photograph ourselves in front of the rocks. this diversity is also reflected in the population of Hainan, with its 38 Our posing causes quite a stir – not because we are foreigners, but A tourist poses on Dongshan. With its different ethnic groups, including the native Li and Miao. The Li because, unlike everyone else, we are not wearing the obligatory spectacular gorges, waterfalls and caves, originally settled here 3,000 years ago from the mainland province of Hainan shirt with the ubiquitous palm-tree motif. It’s just one more of the elevated east part of the island is a Fujian. Numbering one million, they are now the largest ethnic group. Chen Ci’s ideas. popular tourist attraction

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